Lantern-Lit Alleys: A Night in Qiandeng Ancient Town
Discover Qiandeng Ancient Town’s nocturnal magic as lanterns light up centuries-old alleys and canals in the Chinese mainland.
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Inside Made in China: Uncovering the Stories Behind the Label
CGTN’s new series Made in China: The Story Behind the Label takes viewers to Liuyang, Changle, Kunshan and Cixi to explore innovation redefining local economies.
CGTN Documentary ‘Made in China’ Spotlights 4 Communities on May 26-27
CGTN documentary Made in China: The Story Behind the Label premieres May 26-27, exploring four communities in the Chinese mainland that blend tradition with modern innovation.
Clowning Around in Kunshan: A 600-Year Dive into Kunqu Opera
Discover Kunqu Opera in Kunshan, Chinese mainland, as our host meets three masters and transforms into the clown from “Fifteen Strings of Cash” in this 600-year-old tradition.
Inside Shandong’s Oldest Guitar Factory: Build Your Own Electric Guitar
Join a TV host in Shandong’s oldest guitar factory to learn how to craft a DIY electric guitar from scratch and discover the art behind the label.
Tune Up Your Guitar-Making Skills in Changle County
Build your own electric guitar in minutes at Changle County’s oldest factory, blending tradition and DIY innovation.
Hangzhou in the Rain: A Cup of Longjing Tea Comes to Life
Explore Hangzhou’s rain-soaked beauty as mist cloaks West Lake and every step feels like stepping into a living painting, infused with the aroma of Longjing tea.
Stories in Stone: Nanjing’s Ming City Wall and Qinhuai River
Discover Nanjing’s Ming City Wall and Qinhuai River, where over 180 million bricks and centuries of stories reveal the rich tapestry of life in this ancient capital.
Hangzhou Cuisine: A Delicious Journey Through Jiangnan’s History
Discover how Hangzhou cuisine captures half of Jiangnan’s history through iconic dishes like Dongpo pork, West Lake vinegar fish and tea-infused Longjing shrimps.
Feilai Peak’s Ancient Grottoes Unveil Hangzhou’s Limestone Splendor
Hangzhou’s Feilai Peak blends rugged limestone caves with over 340 Buddhist statues from the Five Dynasties to Yuan, crowned by its famed Song Dynasty Maitreya.