Kites, a kind of ancient handicraft deeply rooted in Chinese history, have evolved from a military tool to a traditional pastime toy and then into a potent symbol of culture. Flying kites embodies the human aspiration to explore the skies. This symbolic ascent captures more than just the physical flight; it reflects a broader connection to the cosmos that has captivated human imagination for millennia.
Standing in the streets of Beijing in 1978, Gregoire de Gaulle, a 23-year-old French young man, was on his first visit to the faraway country and was eager to take everything he saw with a camera in hand.
The "Intelligent Hand – Golden Phoenix · Yishu 8 Sino-French Craft Exchange Program" announced this year's winner on Saturday. Hua Yong, a handicraft artist who graduated from the Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University, was named the winner of this year's award among the 19 shortlisted artists.
Multiple Chinese online tourism agencies (OTAs) have recorded a surge in bookings for the five-day May Day holidays, particularly for mid- and long-distance trips. Among international trips, countries with visa-free policies have gained in popularity with Chinese tourists.
The 3rd Guardian Art Book Fair kicked off in Beijing on Saturday, offering readers an inviting space for leisurely reading, art appreciation and engaging in discussions about art. Featuring a diverse selection of books curated by prominent figures in the book industry, the fair aims to highlight the uniqueness of art books.
Sacred Heart, a sculpture by renowned US artist Jeff Koons, is being exhibited as part of the International Contemporary Art Exhibition at the One Song Center of Guangzhou One Pengrui, marking the debut appearance of the artist’s sculpture in China.
Featuring countries like Kenya and Nepal, a number of varied cultural events were recently held all around the globe to celebrate the 2024 UN Chinese Language Day.
February saw a cohort of European students descend on Beijing to take part in a semester abroad study program organized by Chinese universities in conjunction with sister institutions in Europe. Despite studying different majors, the students had also chosen to incorporate not just the Chinese language into their degree studies, but also an understanding of the history and culture of China.
The 14th Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF) has officially started after the opening ceremony was held at Beijing Yanqi Lake International Convention and Exhibition Center on Thursday.
A total of 38 Chinese cultural relics, including a Buddhist pagoda, were returned from the US to China on Wednesday.
