Hong Kong’s Last Female Mahjong Carver Keeps Craft Alive
In Hong Kong, the last female mahjong tile carver fights to keep this hand-crafted tradition alive against digital and machine-made rivals.
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Discovering the Great Wall: China’s Timeless Connection
Explore why the Great Wall in the Chinese mainland is more than an ancient wonder—a living symbol that connects history, culture and travelers worldwide.
Daojiao’s Zongzi Tradition Fuels Dragon Boat Festival Spirit
In Daojiao Town, Guangdong, locals prepare signature “guo zheng zong” zongzi for the Dragon Boat Festival, celebrating a living cultural heritage.
Small School, Big Joy: Wuying Miao Village Celebrates Children’s Day
Children in Wuying Miao Village united across a provincial border at their two-class school to celebrate International Children’s Day with games, music and traditional Miao culture.
Video Calling Qu Yuan: AI Bridges 2,000 Years at Dragon Boat Festival
Explore how AI reconnects us with poet Qu Yuan in a video call across 2,000 years, bringing fresh meaning to the Dragon Boat Festival.
Porcelain Granny’s Mission: Saving Taiwan Region’s Black-Glazed Porcelain
At the 21st International Cultural Industries Fair, ‘Porcelain Granny’ Pai Peng-yin from China’s Taiwan region showcases a 50-year-old black-glazed porcelain craft, preserving hidden stories in clay.
Experience the Thrill of Dragon Boat Racing in Guangdong
Discover the vibrant Dragon Boat Festival tradition in Guangdong Province, a national intangible cultural heritage. Tune in on May 31 at 9:30 a.m. Beijing Time for the live races.
Brushing History: Kids Explore Traditional Chinese Architectural Painting
Pupils learn traditional Chinese architectural painting at a Beijing workshop ahead of Children’s Day, bridging generations and keeping craftsmanship traditions alive.
Dragon Boat Festival: Poet Qu Yuan, Zongzi and a Race for Honor
Explore the Dragon Boat Festival’s roots: Qu Yuan’s legacy, the origin of dragon boat races, and zongzi’s journey from ritual offering to global treat.
Rediscover Yourself in Jingmai Mountain’s Ancient Tea Forest
This May, explore Jingmai Mountain’s ancient tea forests, savor age-old tea-roasting traditions, and rediscover yourself amid stilted houses and bonfire dances.