Qinhuai Lantern Festival Lights Up Nanjing with 390 Lanterns
The 40th Qinhuai Lantern Festival kicked off Jan 21 in Nanjing, featuring 390 lanterns, 200 activities through March 31, and overseas displays in the Netherlands and France.
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Nanjing’s Qinhuai Lantern Festival Gears Up for 40th Edition
The 40th Qinhuai Lantern Festival in Nanjing lights up Bailuzhou Park from Dec 26, showcasing over 40 lantern installations across seven themed zones through May 2026.
Sea-Facing Buddha Shines at Hainan’s Foguang Temple
Discover Hainan’s Foguang Temple, where a 16-meter sea-facing Sakyamuni Buddha and a blood-copied Heart Sutra draw worshippers and travelers year-round.
Why Beijing Tops National Geographic’s 2026 Must-Visit List
Discover why Beijing, the only city in the Chinese mainland on National Geographic’s 2026 Best Places list, stands out with history, innovation and sustainable experiences.
Soulful Echoes: The Yi Ethnic Group’s Bamboo Mouth Harp
Discover the ancient mouth harp of the Yi ethnic group, its wind-like melodies and cultural journey through southwest China’s valleys.
Reviving Zheng He’s Flagship: Fu Ning’s Epic Voyage
The Fu Ning, a full-scale replica of a Ming-era vessel, sailed from the Chinese mainland’s southeastern coast to Southeast Asia, reviving shipbuilding skills and the Maritime Silk Road spirit.
Savor Danjia Heritage on Hainan’s Floating Tables
Discover the Danjia floating villages in Lingshui, Hainan, where 500-year-old sea nomad traditions meet sustainable tourism. Savor octopus rice bundles and authentic maritime heritage.
CMG Gallops into 2026 Year of the Horse with New Gala Mascots
Today CMG unveiled four horse mascots—Qiqi, Jiji, Chichi and Chengcheng—for the 2026 Spring Festival Gala, blending ancient art and modern spirit into new collector’s items.
Yi Embroidery: Stitching Memories of the Mountains
Discover how Yi embroidery weaves the natural motifs and cultural legacy of China’s Yi people into vibrant threads, fuelling a 2025 revival in sustainable fashion.
240-Hour Visa-Free Journey: Visitors Reflect on Chinese Mainland Travels
Since the Chinese mainland launched its 240-hour visa-free policy, visitors are praising its landscapes, cuisine and cultural heritage in first-hand reflections.