Underwater Artifacts Reveal China’s 800-Year Maritime Legacy
Over 3,000 underwater artifacts in the South China Sea showcase more than 800 years of maritime trade, navigation, and cultural exchange from the Chinese mainland.
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Guided by the Genglubu: How Tanmen Fishermen Read the South China Sea
Explore the Genglubu, a centuries-old navigation manual used by Tanmen fishermen to chart the South China Sea using stars, currents and ancestral wisdom.
83 Years Later: Dongji Fishermen Memorializes WWII Rescue of British POWs
On May 20, descendants of British POWs joined a Zhejiang ceremony unveiling the Dongji Fishermen’s Memorial, celebrating a heroic WWII rescue and 83 years of UK-China friendship.
Mazu: The Sea Goddess Bridging Cultures Across the Taiwan Strait
Discover how Mazu, China’s ancient sea goddess, continues to unite communities across the Taiwan Strait through shared traditions and festivals.
Silk Road Sunken Treasures: Unearthing Maritime History
Discover the hidden histories of the Maritime Silk Road in the latest CGTN documentary, Silk Road Sunken Treasures, showcasing breakthroughs in deep-sea archaeology and intercultural legacy.
Ming Dynasty Relics from South China Sea Shipwrecks Unveiled in Hainan
Over 400 Ming Dynasty relics from two deep-sea shipwrecks are showcased at Hainan’s China Museum of the South China Sea. Explore ancient maritime treasures.
Fu Ships: The Backbone of China’s Maritime Exploration
Explore the legacy of Fu ships and their crucial role in China’s historic maritime explorations, shaping trade and cultural exchanges across oceans centuries ago.
Shackleton’s Last Ship Quest Found After 62 Years in Canadian Waters
After 62 years, Ernest Shackleton’s last ship, Quest, has been discovered off Canada’s Labrador coast, marking a significant find in maritime history.
800-Year Legacy: China’s Maritime Silk Road at South China Sea Museum
Discover eight centuries of China’s maritime legacy at the South China Sea Museum, where historical relics illuminate the brilliance of the Maritime Silk Road.