Li Hao
Photographer, Beijing
Li Hao is a photographer covering China’s social transformation and its impact on different groups, such as migrant workers.
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  • 14th Beijing International Robot Exhibition kicks off in Beijing

    The 14th Beijing International Robot Exhibition kicked off in Beijing on Wednesday. The expo brings together domestic suppliers specializing in humanoid and industrial robots, including sensors, controllers, key components, and both software and hardware solutions. The event will last for ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/5/21 18:08:17
  • Latest high-tech police equipment on the show in Beijing

    Packed with cutting-edge technologies and advanced equipment such as robotic dogs, human-like droids and generative AI products, the 12th China International Exhibition on Police Equipment started on Wednesday at the Shougang Convention and Exhibition Center in Beijing. According to the ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/5/14 16:52:03
  • International Rose Conference held in China for first time

    On Sunday, the quadrennial International Rose Conference opened in Mentougou district, Beijing, marking the first time the event has been held in China since its inception 40 years ago. The main venue features an exhibition area of 230,000 square meters, ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/5/11 17:27:07
  • 2025 “Belt and Road” diplomats' cycling series kicks off in Beijing

    2025 “Belt and Road” diplomats' cycling series kicked off in Beijing's Mentougou district on Saturday. Foreign diplomats in China, representatives of enterprises in China, international students, cyclists, and cycling enthusiasts from more than 30 countries participated in the cycling event ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/5/10 14:06:50
  • Beijing Railway Station sees peak return travel on last day of May Day holidays

    May 5 is the last day of this year's May Day holidays, and railway stations across China are witnessing peak return travels. All exits at the Beijing Railway Station have been fully opened to ensure that arriving passengers can leave ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/5/5 16:47:48
  • Beijing Capital International Airport sees travel surge on the first day of May Day holidays

    Beijing Capital International Airport witnesses a high volume of passenger traffic on May 1, 2025, the first day of the May Day holidays. The airport is expected to handle 957,000 passenger trips during the holiday period, with a daily average ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/5/1 13:25:58
  • Liulihe relic site among China's top 10 archaeological discoveries for 2024

    The Liulihe relic site, located in Beijing's Fangshan district, has been ranked among China's top 10 archaeological discoveries for 2024. The main remains date back to the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046-771BC) and cover an area of approximately 5.25 square kilometers. ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/29 21:35:19
  • New arrivals at Beijing Zoo: 8 rare species on display

    In preparation for the upcoming May Day holidays, Beijing Zoo has unveiled 8 newly introduced animal species comprising 21 individual animals, including notable species such as the King Cobra, the Green Peafowl, the Mandrill, and the Olive Baboon. The new ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/28 17:32:29
  • Closing ceremony for 15th Beijing International Film Festival held

    On Saturday night, the winners of the Tiantan Awards were announced at the closing ceremony of the 15th Beijing International Film Festival. The Best Film Award went to the Norwegian film Loveable. 97-year-old Chinese actress Tian Hua received the Lifetime ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/27 0:59:06
  • Beijing International Film Festival rolls out red carpet for closing ceremony

    The 15th Beijing International Film Festival rolled out the red carpet for its closing ceremony at the Beijing Yanqi Lake International Convention & Exhibition Center on April 26, 2025. Film professionals from China and around the world gathered to celebrate ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/26 19:00:09
  • 2025 Beijing Book Fair kicks off

    The 2025 Beijing Book Fair opened in Chaoyang Park, Beijing on April 22, 2025. The main exhibition area of the book fair brings together more than 500,000 books from over 200 publishing houses across 19 provinces and cities nationwide. Photos: ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/22 20:16:28
  • 20 robot teams compete in world's first humanoid robot half-marathon in Beijing

    The world's first humanoid robot half-marathon kicked off at Yizhuang, Beijing on Saturday morning. Aside from the Finisher's Medal, a total of 20 teams with their 18 types of robot athletes will compete for the championship title on the 21.0975-km ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/19 13:02:48
  • 15th Beijing International Film Festival kicks off

    The 15th Beijing International Film Festival kicked off amid rainy conditions on April 18, 2025. Numerous filmmakers walked on the red carpet at the opening ceremony with creative outfits, classic tributes, and promotional displays of their works.

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/18 20:40:31
  • Tourists face strong gusts at scenic sites amid Beijing's orange wind alert

    Tourists were seen visiting and taking photos in the strong winds at some scenic areas in Beijing, which was under an orange alert for strong winds on April 12. The period from 10 am to 10 pm on April 12 ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/12 14:38:51
  • Photography enthusiasts capture birds at Beijing's Yuyuantan Park

    Many photography enthusiasts gathered by the lake at Yuyuantan Park in Beijing on April 9, 2025 to capture images of birds. A popular bird-watching hotspot, Yuyuantan Park has gradually improved its ecological environment in recent years. These enhancements have significantly ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/9 17:16:02
  • 20 years of China's lunar exploration on display

    China launched on Tuesday a special exhibition at the National Museum of China in Beijing to celebrate 20 years of its lunar exploration program. The exhibition features lunar samples collected from both the near and far sides of the moon, ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/4/1 18:33:16
  • Memorial event paying tribute to body and organ donors held in Beijing

    The Red Cross Society of China Beijing Branch held a memorial event for body and organ donors at the Beijing Changqing Life Memorial Park on March 29. As of March, more than 31,000 individuals in the city had registered for ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/29 14:00:21
  • China Science Fiction Convention 2025 to open in Beijing

    The China Science Fiction Convention 2025 (CSFC2025), hosted by the China Association for Science and Technology and the People's Government of Beijing Municipality, is set to open on March 28, 2025 at Shougang Park in Beijing's Shijingshan District. With a ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/27 22:33:15
  • Unveiling Dunhuang's masterpieces: an immersive artistic experience

    The Dunhuang Culture & Art Exhibition will open to the public on March 29, featuring immersive cultural experiences created using high-precision replication and digital technology. As the largest Dunhuang-themed art exhibition to date, it will showcase nine replicated caves alongside ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/27 19:53:50
  • 2025 Zhongguancun Forum kicks off in Beijing

    The 2025 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference kicked off in Beijing on Thursday, attracting more than 1,000 participants from over 100 countries and regions to discuss cutting-edge technologies like AI, humanoid robots, and 6G. The Top 10 Scientific Advances of 2024 ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/27 14:03:23
  • Embracing Innovation: A showcase of humanoid robots at 2025 Zhongguancun Forum

    Preparations for the 2025 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Meeting, which will be held in Beijing from March 27 to 31, have been completed. This year's forum will focus on smart meetings, convenient participation, intelligent services, green meetings and other aspects. It ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/26 20:16:37
  • China holds 2024 Basketball Hall of Fame induction

    The 2024 China Basketball Hall of Fame induction was held on March 23 at Tsinghua University in Beijing. In 2024, the Hall of Fame inducted nine individuals. The audience had the opportunity to learn about the stories of Chinese basketball ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/23 20:07:10
  • Water conservation publicity campaign held in Beijing

    On March 22, marking the 33rd World Water Day and the start of the 38th China Water Week, Beijing launched the 2025 National Publicity Tour for Water Conservation beside the Liangma River. The event highlighted the city's achievements and experience ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/22 18:21:30
  • 2025 Dunhuang Costume Culture and Innovative Design Exhibition kicks off in Beijing

    On March 18, the Dunhuang Costume Culture and Innovative Design Exhibition kicked off at the Chinese Traditional Culture Museum in Beijing. This exhibition showcases the research and creative results of the Dunhuang Costume Culture Research and Innovation Design Center over ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/18 20:41:03
  • Spring in full swing in Beijing: early flowers draw crowds

    As the temperatures rise, spring is becoming more pronounced in Beijing. The plum blossoms in the Ming City Wall Site Park, the forsythia at the Zuo'anmen Gate, and the magnolias at the National Centre for the Performing Arts are all ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/12 19:24:05
  • Sun Yat-sen remembered 100 years after passing

    March 12, 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of Sun Yat-sen's passing. Visitors gathered at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall at Biyun Temple in Xiangshan, Beijing, to pay tribute and visit the exhibition showcasing the lives of Sun Yat-sen and his ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/12 18:56:50
  • Ink splendor and cultural context

    The Gansu Silk Road Art Treasures Exhibition opened on March 11 at the National Art Museum of China in Beijing. The exhibition features more than 240 rare artifacts from the Dunhuang Academy, the Gansu Provincial Museum, the Gansu Jiandu Museum, ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/11 18:03:33
  • People greet Longtaitou Day with haircuts for good luck

    The day of Longtaitou, literally meaning “dragon raises its head,” falls on March 1 this year. It is on this day that people traditionally get their first haircut since the Chinese New Year for good luck. Hair salons across China ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/3/1 12:49:06
  • Job fair held at Beijing West Railway Station

    A job fair is held at Beijing West Railway Station on February 28, 2025, to meet labor demands following the Spring Festival holidays. The event features 100 companies offering nearly 3,000 job opportunities, providing job seekers with the chance to ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/2/28 17:48:55
  • Exhibition on NEV technology, parts and services kicks off in Beijing

    The China International New Energy Vehicle Technology, Parts, and Services Exhibition (CINEVE 2025) runs from February 21 to 24, 2025, at Phase II of the New China International Exhibition Center in Beijing. This event spans all major sectors of the ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/2/21 17:43:55
  • Beijing holds fish lantern parade for Lantern Festival

    To celebrate the Lantern Festival, performers in traditional Hanfu attended a fish lantern parade at Moshikou Street in Beijing's Shijingshan district on February 12, creating a joyful festive atmosphere for residents and tourists.

    By Li Hao | 2025/2/12 19:59:00
  • Surge in passengers at Beijing Railway Station on final day of Spring Festival holiday

    On Tuesday, the last day of the Spring Festival holiday, the number of returning passengers on the railway continued to rise. Photos show a large number of travelers at the exit of Beijing Railway Station, hurriedly dragging their suitcases toward ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/2/4 16:39:06
  • Bell and Drum Towers in Beijing celebrate 'Lichun' with traditional activities

    Following the successful application of the Spring Festival and the Beijing Central Axis as World Heritage sites, the Bell and Drum Towers in Beijing hosted various activities for the first time on "Lichun," which means the beginning of spring and ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/2/3 14:04:56
  • People visit Memorial Hall of War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea in Dandong during Spring Festival

    The Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea in Dandong, Northeast China's Liaoning Province, saw a surge in visitors during the Spring Festival holidays. Many tourists chose to commemorate history, reflect on patriotic sentiments, and ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/31 14:42:04
  • Vibrant celebrations: experiencing traditional Yangge dance at Andong Old Street during Spring Festival

    The Andong Old Street in Dandong, in Northeast China's Liaoning Province, comes alive with extraordinary vibrancy during the Spring Festival on January 30, 2025. Folk artists, forming colorful silk Yangge dance troupes, perform the traditional Chinese folk dance Yangge, accompanied ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/30 20:32:34
  • Passengers board trains on the first day of Chinese New Year at Beijing Chaoyang Railway Station

    Passengers entered Beijing Chaoyang Railway Station in an orderly manner to board their trains on the first day of the Chinese New Year, which falls on January 29. Serving as the starting point of the Beijing-Harbin high-speed railway, the station ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/29 16:28:36
  • Beijing's Qianmen street gears up for the Spring Festival

    As the Spring Festival 2025 approaches, Qianmen street in Beijing shines bright with festive lights. Visitors from all over the country are capturing memories and savoring delicious treats, filling the air with joy and celebration. Photos: Li Hao/GT

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/27 21:23:52
  • Passenger traffic surges as Spring Festival approaches

    As the Spring Festival approaches, passenger traffic at Beijing West Railway Station continues to rise. In the first 11 days of the travel rush, the station has served 1.847 million travelers. A total of 218 trains are scheduled on Jan ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/25 14:05:41
  • Exhibition featuring woodblock New Year paintings opens in Beijing

    An exhibition named Splendid Beginnings on Woodblocks—Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Woodblock New Year Pictures opened at the Capital Museum in Beijing on Friday. Visitors will be able to appreciate woodblock New Year paintings of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, experiencing the distinctive aspects of national ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/24 21:23:55
  • Celebrating tradition: special exhibition of Ming Dynasty porcelain opens at Prince Gong's Mansion

    A special exhibition of porcelain featuring auspicious animal patterns has opened at Prince Gong's Mansion in Beijing. The exhibition includes 120 items of Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) porcelain that were unearthed at the site of the Jingdezhen Imperial Kiln Factory, all ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/22 23:43:05
  • Exhibition celebrating the Year of the Snake opens in Beijing

    As the Year of the Snake approaches, the exhibition Embracing the Spring: Celebrating the Year of Snake opened at the National Museum of China in Beijing on Wednesday. Featuring over 200 exquisite cultural relics from the museum's collection—including bronze, jade, ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/22 12:48:24
  • Outdoor ice rinks open in Beijing

    Outdoor ice rinks across Beijing have opened to visitors. At popular locations such as Shichahai, Shougang Park and the Olympic Park, tourists from all over the country are embracing the excitement of winter sports. Photos: Li Hao/GT

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/19 14:11:33
  • 2025 Beijing Book Fair opens with more than 400,000 book titles

    The 2025 Beijing Book Fair (BBF) opened on Thursday at the China International Exhibition Center, showcasing over 400,000 titles. This year, the fair introduced a new cultural and creative exhibition area, highlighting cross-industry collaborations in the publishing sector. Photo: Li ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/9 17:55:33
  • Chinese ballkids gear up for Australian Open

    Six Chinese tennis ballkids take part in a training session at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Thursday ahead of their journey to the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia on Friday. These young participants will begin their duties during ...

    By Li Hao and Lu Wenao | 2025/1/2 18:20:56
  • Bell-ringing blessing event held in Beijing Dazhong Temple

    On the first day of 2025, a bell-ringing blessing event was held at the Ancient Bell Museum in Dazhong Temple, Beijing. Citizens and visitors visited the museum, explored the intangible cultural heritage market, experienced traditional folk games, and prayed for ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/1 15:31:56
  • Shougang Park hosts New Year's Eve events to welcome 2025

    On the evening of December 31, Shougang Park in Beijing hosted a series of New Year's Eve activities to celebrate the arrival of 2025. The venue featured multiple light displays and events, including a mecha culture festival and a parade ...

    By Li Hao | 2025/1/1 0:04:55
  • Beijing's Zhengyang Gate arrow tower reopens to public

    After more than 30 years, the Zhengyang Gate arrow tower at the core of Beijing opened to the public on December 26. This is another important heritage site that has opened to the public since Beijing Central Axis was included ...

    By Li Hao | 2024/12/26 17:25:33
  • Christmas ornaments decorate shopping areas

    On December 24, Christmas Eve, the festive decorations attracted many consumers in Beijing. This lively ambiance continues to drive a surge in local spending, as residents enjoy the colorful settings and services and shop. (Photos: Li Hao/GT)

    By Li Hao | 2024/12/24 23:04:39
  • Beijing's Qingcheng Palace at the Xiannongtan Temple opens

    On December 21, also the Winter Solstice of China's 24 solar terms, the Qingcheng Palace at Beijing's Xiannongtan Temple, which has a history of over 560 years, opened to the public for the first time. Originally named as Zhaigong, Qingcheng ...

    By Li Hao | 2024/12/21 14:42:29
  • China's 2025 postgraduate entrance exam begins

    On Saturday, the 2025 entrance exam for postgraduate studies commenced. At the examination site of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, candidates were busy reviewing before entering the venue. According to data from the Ministry of Education, the number ...

    By Li Hao | 2024/12/21 10:33:05
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