Uniquely Yuxian

2012-07-19 09:44:12

If you are tired of urban life, a visit to Yuxian, Hebei province, is a refreshing change, especially for those interested in cultural heritage.

Yao ethnic women keep long hair tradition alive

2012-07-17 09:19:29

Women at the Huangluo village of the Yao ethnic group in Guilin, south China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, keep long hair tradition alive.

Island exploration

2012-07-17 09:37:13

Surrounded by rich fishing grounds and potentially huge gas and oil deposits, the Nansha Islands is also referred to as the second Persian Gulf.

Lomo cameras are Beijing's latest trend

2012-07-15 11:28:26

More stores are opening up to cater to a growing market of young photographers who would rather shoot with retro cameras than high-tech ones.

The pig that dares to dream

2012-07-13 09:36:16

McDull's mom makes a wish that he will look like Chow Yun-fat or Tony Leung, but he is distinguished only by a birthmark around his right eye.

Exhibition of artist Li Xiaoke's paintings held in Beijing

2012-07-12 10:46:52

Visitors watch a painting of artist Li Xiaoke at an exhibition at the National Art Museum of China in Beijing, capital of China, July 11, 2012.

Opening a door to pop art

2012-07-10 10:07:34

Sometime in the mid-1970s Dorothy Lichtenstein stopped by her husband's studio, and found the Pop master Roy Lichtenstein was intent on an act of destruction.

Theater breaks make-believe notion

2012-07-07 07:52:02

Watching Thunderstorm 2.0 is like touring an experimental theater.

When There is safety in numbers

2012-07-09 13:24:16

The actors' union at Hengdian prevents aspiring actors being swindled by those who prey upon their vulnerability as they gaze at the stars.

China goes to the world

2012-07-09 08:54:25

Chinese culture centers are enabling people overseas to meet China without leaving their homelands.

Within these walls

2012-07-06 12:28:59

Taste for traditional courtyard homes experiences revival, with some modern takes.

Talking on Taobao

2012-07-06 12:28:59

Learning the lingo can help improve Chinese online shopping experience.