Brushing up on ancient tradition
2011-04-13 07:56:07
While a Daiyuexuan studio writing brush may cost only 5 yuan, it undergoes more than 100 steps before it reaches the store's shelves.
Drumming up interest
2011-04-13 07:55:13
The First International Bronze Drum Festival, in Donglan, highlighted the cultural importance of the instrument to the Zhuang and Yao ethnic groups.
Mother of all shows
2011-04-13 07:55:13
After their sold-out celebration gigs in Taipei, Taiwan-based Rock Records is coming to Beijing with an even bigger feast, and fans can hardly wait.
Chinese shadow play--precursor of modern cinema
2011-04-12 15:42:35
Shadow play, a traditional Chinese folk art with a history of more than 2,000 years, has embarked on a revival path after a period of marked decline.
Ode to a writer
2011-04-12 08:01:59
Former Labor Exchange Band frontman and folk musician Lin Shengxiang highlights the works of Taiwan author Zhong Lihe on his upcoming mainland tour.
Jinsha find proves ancient sun worship
2011-04-12 08:01:59
Sharp-eyed visitors to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, may have noticed a circular golden emblem.
Gallic arts give spring season a flavor of France
2011-04-11 08:03:25
Croisements 2011, the Franco-Chinese cultural festival, is a spring package that is full of cultural surprises.
Steelyard craftsman in central China
2011-04-11 15:46:12
Steelyard has gradually disappeared from people's daily life as platform balance and electronic balance become popular nowadays.
Traditional wedding held in Luoyang
2011-04-11 15:01:57
The bride and groom are seen at a traditional Chinese wedding in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province, April 8, 2011.
Liang home 'never under threat'
2011-04-11 08:03:25
Authorities in Xicheng district have dismissed media reports claiming they planned to demolish a former home of Liang Qichao, a popular historical figure.
Replace 'welcome mat' for students
2011-04-11 08:03:25
British government is taking its clampdown on study, work visa applications too far.
Story that never ends
2011-04-08 12:40:04
A veteran journalist and writer devotes his time to chasing the pulse of a fast-changing country.