PHOTO

In pics: Post‑00s craftswoman weaves Mount Tai’s hues into cloth

Mount Tai plant‑based dyeing is a local intangible cultural heritage from Tai’an. It uses wild plants from Mount Tai to create natural fabric dyes through manual processes, producing soft‑toned textiles with natural textures. Song Xianxiao, a post‑00s fourth‑generation inheritor who studied law, carries on this ancient craft in her hometown. She preserves the core traditional skills while making bold innovations to revitalize the heritage for modern times.

2026-08-11 10:11:12

In pics: Youth writes new chapters for liuli craftsmanship

In Zibo, Shandong, Sun Qiye, a young post‑00s craftsman, has become widely known for his links to the National Museum of China, viral popularity and one‑of‑a‑kind works. His original‑technique piece Liuli Chrysanthemum has impressed many in the craft circle. Drawing inspiration from the Ming‑Dynasty Nine‑Dragon and Nine‑Phoenix Coronet, his Liuli Phoenix Coronet was displayed at the National Museum of China and has become a huge hit among young fans of traditional Chinese culture.

2026-08-10 09:18:42

In pics: Kong Fancheng preserves culinary heritage, reinterpreting classic Kong Family Cuisine

2,500 years ago, Confucius set forth the refined dietary philosophy that shaped China’s ritual food culture, and now Qufu native Kong Fancheng carries on this culinary legacy through tradition‑based innovation. Having studied Kong Family Cuisine for more than 20 years, he recreates time‑honored dishes with profound historical stories, spreads Confucian culture through international culinary exchanges, refines ancient cooking techniques, trains apprentices, and develops immersive banquets to advance the living inheritance of this intangible cultural heritage.

2026-08-05 10:51:37

In pics: Workers rush to fulfill orders for new energy temperature-control equipment in Qingdao

Photo taken on Aug. 3 shows workers busy assembling and testing energy‑storage temperature‑control systems in the workshop of Baishigao (Shandong) New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. in Licang District, Qingdao. The company is operating at full capacity to meet growing demand for renewable‑energy support equipment.

2026-08-03 20:27:15

Fun water games boost staff well-being in Qingdao, Shandong

Amid the peak summer heat, an employee-oriented challenge series was held at Linjia Water Park in Shangma Subdistrict, Qingdao, Shandong. Nearly 100 employee families took part in playful competitions including water soccer, water volleyball relay races, and a watermelon-eating contest. Blending sports, entertainment, and parent-child interaction, the event aimed to enrich staff's recreational life and promote healthy, active lifestyles.

2026-08-03 20:23:05

Tsingtao Beer pit stop wows visitors in Qingdao

Photo shows the creative landmark Tsingtao Beer pit stop attracts crowds of visitors at the Golden Beach Beer City in Qingdao. Tourists and local residents hold simulated fuel nozzles to pour fresh beer by themselves, enjoying an immersive and distinctive interactive experience.

2026-08-03 17:21:28

Sea, sand, surf: Qingdao’s beaches become summer haven

As scorching heat grips much of the country, the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao has drawn large crowds of locals and tourists eager to cool off by the sea. The city’s coastal waters offer a refreshing escape from soaring temperatures, making it a go-to destination for summer relaxation.

2026-07-31 10:07:09

In pics: Wang Hao brings Yimeng crafts into youth lifestyle

For years, driven by a mission to protect national treasure crafts and carry forward Yimeng's cultural legacy, Wang Hao has visited over 500 representative ICH inheritors. Through pro-bono design empowerment, building production-to-sales channels, and establishing rural craft workshops, he has forged an innovative path for the living inheritance and sustainable market development of intangible cultural heritage — transforming Yimeng's folk crafts from hidden gems locked away in obscurity to everyday treasures found in ordinary homes.

2026-07-31 10:06:59

Smart border services streamline cruise ship operations in Qingdao

On July 28, the Qingdao immigration inspection station rolled out efficient, streamlined services to support the “static cruise” operation at the Qingdao International Cruise Home Port. Since the “Dream” cruise ship launched the country’s first-ever “Cruise Beer Festival” on July 20, the station has optimized manpower deployment and introduced a self-developed mini-program to speed up passenger check-in and disembarkation.

2026-07-31 10:03:37

In pics: Guarding heritage, she makes Huabobo viral and trendy

Lin Yanzhu, 22, is Shandong’s youngest inheritor of the Jiaodong Huabobo craft. She grew up kneading dough alongside her mother and grandmother and once thought the time-honored craft was overly outdated. Yet vocational training forged a deep bond between her and this intangible cultural heritage (ICH). She retains the cultural essence of traditional patterns while refining the buns’ taste and texture with natural fruit and vegetable powders and coarse grains. Drawing on her artistic expertise, she integrates food carving into her works. She has been featured on CCTV several times, showcasing Jiaodong Huabobo to audiences across the country. She also set up an ICH workshop to raise local villagers’ incomes.

2026-07-28 14:47:36