Hobby Expo China 2024 is held in Beijing

Hobby Expo China 2024 is held in Beijing on April 19. Covering an area of 16,000 square meters, the exhibition features over 1,500 new products from hundreds of manufacturers. Over ...

Book fair opens in Beijing

A book fair featuring a wide range of exquisite publications and cultural products kicks off in Beijing's Chaoyang Park on April 19, 2024. With over 270 exhibitors, including publishers and ...

Exhibition commemorating Shakespeare kicks off in Shanghai

To commemorate the 460th anniversary of William Shakespeare's birth, the exhibition “Transforming Shakespeare into gold” will open to public on Saturday at Shanghai Art Collection Museum. With over 100 exhibits, ...

14th Beijing International Film Festival opens with red carpet gala

The red carpet for the opening ceremony of the 14th Beijing International Film Festival has taken place in Beijing's Huairou district. Hundreds of celebrities and filmmakers attended. In terms of ...

14th Beijing International Film Festival kicks off

The opening ceremony of the 14th Beijing International Film Festival has taken place in Beijing's Huairou district. With “Enlightened by Films, United as One” as the keywords, the festival began ...

Divine Granary of Altar of the God of Agriculture opens to public in Beijing

Visitors attend the opening ceremony of the Divine Granary of the Altar of the God of Agriculture (Xiannongtan Temple), which is now also the Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum on April ...

Spring flower festival held in Shanghai's Yuyuan Garden

The ongoing Spring Flower Festival held in Shanghai's Yuyuan Garden attracted many visitors, including foreigners, on Monday. During the event, visitors can enjoy the Chinese traditional heritage and an array ...

Ethnic opera 'Liu Liuzhou' premieres in Beijing, showcasing Guangxi culture

The ethnic opera "Liu Liuzhou" premiered at the China National Opera House during Guangxi's "Double Third Festival." Focused on the life of Liu Zongyuan, one of the "The Eight Great ...

Festival for trendy toys opens in Beijing

The Beijing Pop Toy Season opened on Friday at the Pop Mart City Park in Chaoyang district, Beijing, allowing visitors to buy trendy toys, exchange ideas, and watch performances. This ...

18th century works from Uffizi Galleries on display in Shanghai

The Bund One Art Museum in Shanghai unveils a new exhibition in collaboration with the Italian Uffizi Galleries on April 11. This exhibition is the fourth in a series of ...

Xinjiang holds regional development event with foreign diplomats

While Muslims in China are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, the regional government of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region held ...

Muslims gather at Niujie Mosque in Beijing to mark Eid al-Fitr, end of Ramadan

Beijing's Niujie Mosque is buzzing with joy today as Muslims gathered from around the world to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. The festive atmosphere was filled with greetings, blessings, and the aroma ...

Pakistani Embassy in Beijing celebrate Eid al-Fitr, end of Ramadan

The Pakistani Embassy in Beijing hosted an Eid Mela to celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr on Wednesday. The event was attended by a large number of Pakistani families, ...

Ming Dynasty Culture Festival starts in Beijing's Changping district

A culture festival kicked off on Thursday in Beijing's Changping district. The Ming Dynasty Culture Festival, a public festival that recreates cultural scenes from the ancient Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), started ...

Beijing Folklore Museum welcomes Qingming Festival with traditional games

On April 4th, the Beijing Folklore Museum hosted a Qingming Festival hands-on activity season, featuring traditional games like pitch-pot, shoot-willow, and tug-of-war, enabling visitors to take part in traditional Qingming ...

Commemorative activities held during Qingming Festival at martyr memorial facilities in Shanghai

With the Qingming Festival holidays (from April 4 to 6), also known as Tomb-Sweeping Festival, martyr memorial facilities across Shanghai including the Longhua Revolutionary Martyrs' Cemetery, hold memorial events and ...

Beijing honors body and organ donors at memorial service

The Red Cross Society of China Beijing Branch held the 18th "Tribute to Life" memorial service for body and organ donation volunteers at Changqing Life Memorial Park on April 3. ...

The Forbidden City 'meets' the Palace of Versailles: top-class exhibition opens in Beijing

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France and the China-France Cultural Tourism Year, the exhibition “The Forbidden City and the Palace of ...

Berlioz's choral symphony Romeo et Juliette launches China-France music exchanges season in Shanghai

French composer Hector Berlioz's choral symphony Romeo et Juliette was presented by Shanghai Opera House at Shanghai Symphony Hall on Sunday. The concert was conducted by Xu Zhong, Director of ...

China holds annual national commemoration event for human organ donation in Hangzhou

China's annual national commemoration event for human organ donation was held on March 30 and 31, 2024, in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province. This national annual event, which is ...

'Spring tourism economy' keeps heating up as consumers embrace outdoor activities

With colorful flowers blooming in various parks across Beijing, locals are enjoying spring outings amidst picturesque scenery. Since mid-March, the average temperature in Beijing has been higher than usual, leading ...

Qingtuan becomes a hit for Shanghai's time-honored stores as Qingming Festival approaches

Customers flock to and queue for hours outside a store of Wang Jia Sha, a time-honored brand of dim sum in Shanghai on Friday to purchase qingtuan, a traditional Chinese ...

Cherry blossoms in full bloom at Beijing's Yuyuantan Park

Cherry blossoms at Beijing's Yuyuantan Park are now in full bloom on March 29, 2024. Yuyuantan Park, renowned for its cherry blossoms, is a must-visit destination in Beijing during spring, ...

Recruitment fair in Shanghai offers 3,600 jobs for university graduates

A recruitment fair specifically for university graduates was held in Shanghai on Thursday. More than 1,200 employing units attended the fair and offered a total of 3,600 jobs. The fair ...

Titian's work displaced in Shanghai

The Bund One Art Museum in Shanghai has put up an exhibition titled Titian's Flora: Venetian Painting from the Uffizi Galleries. It presents a selection of 49 masterpieces from Titian ...

Legends, history meet at Temple of Fuxi in Tianshui

The Temple of Fuxi in Tianshui, Gansu Province is the largest and most comprehensive Ming Dynasty building complex dedicated to China's mythological hero Fuxi. The Tianshui Museum is located inside ...

China beats Singapore in 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier

Striker Wu Lei contributed two goals and an assist to help the Chinese national soccer team bounce back with a 4-1 win over Singapore in their group C match of ...

Clean energy innovation takes center stage at CEEC2024

The 2024 Clean Energy Expo China takes place from March 26 to 28, 2024, at the China International Exhibition Center (Chaoyang Hall) in Beijing. Since its inception in 2009, it ...

Revisit the old revolutionary route to Beijing

The opening ceremony of the revolutionary cultural relics theme tour was held at the site of the old Qinghuayuan Railway station on Monday. This is to commemorate the historical route ...

8,000-year-old concrete building? Exclusive visit to Dadiwan archaeological site 'F901'

The Dadiwan site is located in Tianshui, Gansu Province. "F901" is the site's most precious gem and is a palace-style building. Through years of archaeological efforts, researchers were able to ...

The "microcosm" of Tianshui Malatang

"Tianshui Malatang," a type of street hotpot variation native to Tianshui, Gansu Province, has gone viral online in March 2024. Its essence lies in the "Gangu chili," produced in the ...

Balancing heritage and modernity: Maiji Mountain Grottoes' approach to conservation amid tourism surge

The Maiji Mountain Grottoes are located in Tianshui, Northwest China's Gansu Province. The Grottoes are known for collecting prolific clay sculptures that were predominantly created during the Northern Dynasties 386-589. ...

An art exhibition exploring the aesthetics of the Song and Yuan Dynasties held in Beijing

An art exhibition named “See You Again, Huizong” displaying various types of artworks of the Song Dynasty (960-1127) and Yuan Dynasty ((1279-1368) was held at Beijing's China Millennium Monument Museum ...

Tim Cook unveils new Apple store in Shanghai

As was widely expected, Apple CEO Tim Cook showed up at the opening of the new flagship store in Shanghai on March 21 as the iPhone maker makes a deeper ...

New exhibition tells stories of China's cultural beauty

A new exhibition hosted by the China Academy of Art – The Song of the Earth: Artistic Documentary for a Better China – opened on Wednesday at the Beijing World ...

Spring job fair for Beijing municipal enterprises kicks off

The first job fair for Beijing municipal enterprises in 2024 was held on March 19 at the Beijing University Student Employment and Entrepreneurship Guidance Center in Haidian District, Beijing. 92 ...

'Nuclear Energy Development for A Net-zero World' exhibition kicks off in Beijing

The 2024 China international nuclear industry exhibition, themed "Nuclear Energy Development for A Net-zero World," is being held at the Beijing Exhibition Hall from March 19 to 22, 2024. The ...

Beijing enters best flower viewing season

On March 17, 2024, as the temperature gradually rises, early spring flowers such as wintersweet, peach blossoms, winter jasmine, and magnolias are blooming brilliantly in various parks in Beijing, welcoming ...

Sculpture Exhibition Reliving China's Aerospace History Held in Beijing

A sculpture exhibition themed on China's aerospace historic achievements was recently held at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum. This exhibition, using sculpture as a medium, captures the touching ...

Humanoid robot competition kicks off in Beijing; top domestic industry companies gather and compete

A humanoid robot competition hosted by the Chinese Institute of Electronics kicked off in Beijing on March 13. More than 120 projects participate in this competition, covering domestic leading enterprises, ...

Exhibition highlighting Chinese women's contribution kicks off at site of first CPC National Congress

In China, there is a saying: “Women hold up half the sky.” An exhibition, which highlights Chinese women's contributions over the past century, kicked off at the Memorial Hall of ...

Celebration of Dragon-Head-Raising Festival held in Shanghai

People performed a dragon dance on March 11 to celebrate the Longtaitou Festival in Sanlin Town of Pudong New Area, East China's Shanghai Municipality. The day falls on the second ...

Sanitation workers in Beijing get free haircuts on Dragon Head-Raising Day

Today is the traditional Dragon Head-Raising Day, which falls on the second day of the second month in Chinese lunar calendar. Many Chinese believe that having their hair cut on ...

Shanghai hosts spring job fair with over 23,000 job positions

A large-scale spring job fair, co-hosted by Shanghai's 11 official departments, opened at Shanghai Mart on Saturday. This job fair focuses on the recruitment needs of key enterprises and the ...

Beijing women enjoy half-day break on International Women's Day

On International Women's Day, March 8, women receive a half-day break according to the national regulations. Several scenic spots in Beijing announced free admission or discounts for women on the ...

Visitors enjoy cherry blossoms in Shanghai

The first wave of early cherry blossoms in Shanghai's Gucun Park starts to bloom on March 8, 2024, attracting photography enthusiasts to capture its beauty. Gucun Park has reportedly expanded ...

Volunteer event held in downtown Shanghai carrying forward Lei Feng spirit

A volunteer event was held on Nanjing Road East by the Memorial Hall of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Tuesday, so as to ...

Exhibition The Shape of Air: from Leonardo da Vinci to Pagani Utopia kicks off in Shanghai

Exhibition "The Shape of Air: from Leonardo da Vinci to Pagani Utopia" kicked off at Shanghai Museum on Monday. As a part of the museum's ongoing art show "Who is ...

Beijing Guoan triumph in league season opener

Chinese Super League giants Beijing Guoan (in green) defeated Cangzhou Mighty Lions 2-0 in the first round of the 2024 CSL season on March 2, 2024 in Cangzhou, North China's ...

Beijing Baoguo Temple second-hand book fair kicks off

On March 2, Beijing's Baoguo Temple Second-hand Book Fair kicked off, focusing on the recycling of old books and enriched with intangible cultural heritage activities. This event offers a unique ...

Pet Expo opens in Beijing

The 3rd Pet Fair Beijing will be held at the Beijing International Convention Center from March 1 to 3, 2024. This fair, the first of its kind in the Year ...

Chaoshan traditional dishes promote cultural tourism

Hand-crafted beef balls and the guozi rice snack are two Intangible Cultural Heritage treasures unique to the Chaoshan area of South China's Guangdong Province. The chewy guozi has a colorful ...

New museum building of Yin Ruins displays 4,000 Shang Dynasty cultural relics

A new museum building at the Yin Ruins, a World Heritage Site known as "the hometown of oracle bone inscriptions," opened in Anyang, Central China's Henan Province, on Monday. About ...

'Textile sculpture': Chaozhou embroidery brings Chinese craftsmanship overseas

Chaozhou embroidery is one of the four most prestigious embroidery styles in China. It originated in Shantou and Jieyang cities, and is known for being “glam” due to its 3D ...

The '2024 Shantou Small Park International Lantern Festival' kicks off in S.China's Guangdong

To celebrate the traditional Lantern Festival, the "2024 Shantou Small Park International Lantern Festival" is held from February 24th to March 15th at Small Park in Shantou, South China's Guangdong ...

Beijing's Mentougou District holds cultural event to celebrate Lantern Festival

The Qianjuntai & Zhuanghu Village Fan Hui is a nationally recognized intangible cultural heritage event, which is held every year on the 15th and 16th day of the lunar calendar. ...

Lantern Festival folk performances held in Shuanghe, Xinjiang

The 2024 Lantern Festival folk performance kicked off in Shuanghe, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, including vivid and lifelike lion dances, spinning flower umbrellas, and fluttering colorful fans, all traditional folk ...

Villagers in Beijing suburbs greet Lantern Festival

During the Lantern Festival, the 15th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar, villagers of Xingshutai Village in Huairou District, Beijing, gathered together to celebrate the festival, ...

Shanghai holds cultural activities to celebrate Lantern Festival at classical garden

Shanghai's esteemed Guyi Garden, the city's first intangible cultural heritage park, delights visitors in marking this year's Lantern Festival on February 24th, 2024, with beautifully crafted lantern displays featuring the ...

Large-scale spring job fair kicks off in Shanghai

A large-scale spring season job fair kicks off in Shanghai on Saturday, with more than 10,000 job openings offered by more than 500 enterprises. Photos: Lu Ting/GT

Folk activities held in Beijing to celebrate Lantern Festival

Folk activities celebrating the Lantern Festival are held at the Longfu Temple in Beijing from February 23 to 25, 2024. Local residents experienced traditional sports and crafts such as archery, ...

Beijing residents queue up to buy glutinous rice balls for Lantern Festival

Beijing residents queue up to buy glutinous rice balls, also known as yuanxiao, in front of time-honored stores in Beijing ahead of the Lantern Festival. This year's Lantern Festival falls ...

Tourists admire snow scenery at Beijing's parks

On the evening of February 20, 2024, Beijing experienced its first snowfall of the Year of the Dragon, which continued into the following morning. Parks in the center of the ...

Tourists enjoy the beautiful snow in Beijing

Beijing welcomed its first snowfall of the Year of the Dragon on Tuesday night. Today, numerous tourists flocked to the Temple of Heaven, taking photos and reveling in the stunning ...

Panda-themed lantern fair illuminates the night sky in Chengdu

The 53rd Chengdu International #Panda Lantern Festival featuring over 20,000 lanterns of various types is underway in #Chengdu, SW #China's Sichuan Province, in celebration of the Chinese New Year. The ...

Shenyang marks Chinese New Year with brilliance

Shenyang residents celebrate Spring Festival, or the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays at the landmark sites in the Northeastern Chinese city, including the Shenyang Palace Museum and the Zhongjie Pedestrian ...

Museums experience a surge in popularity during Spring Festival holidays

During the Spring Festival holidays, museums across China have launched themed exhibitions and cultural activities for the Year of the Dragon, making them popular tourist destinations. Major museums in Nanjing ...

Spring Festival holidaymakers crowd attractions

As Spring Festival celebrations continue, crowds flock to scenic spots such as the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and the Ming Tomb scenic spot in Nanjing, and the Baolian Temple in Xuzhou, ...

Spring Festival celebrated at Qinggeda Lake in Xinjiang with ice and snow activities

Citizens and tourists gather to celebrate the Spring Festival at Qinggeda Lake scenic spot in Wujiaqu, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Expertly crafted ice and snow sculptures captivate visitors. ...

Spring Festival events held at Memorial of the First National Congress of the CPC

On February 14, 2024, a Global Times reporter visited the Memorial of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Shanghai. During the Spring Festival, visitors ...

Residents spend Spring Festival at Beijing Library

During the 2024 Spring Festival, the Beijing Library in Tongzhou District has seen throngs of book-lovers visit this newly opened cultural landmark to enjoy its leisurely atmosphere and spend their ...

Yongning Old City Spring Festival Market showcases authentic Beijing Spring Festival features

During the Spring Festival holiday, the commercial street at Yuhuang Pavilion in Yanqing District, Beijing, the capital of China, gets crowded from early morning. As the oldest and largest Spring ...

Dragon-themed lantern show to celebrate Chinese New Year event ignites Wuzhen

Colorful activities are being held in the well-known tourist destination Wuzhen, East China's Zhejiang Province, to celebrate the Year of the Dragon Spring Festival. Long street banquets, dragon theme lantern ...

Tourists enjoy folk traditions at temple fair in Beijing

With traditional drum beating and colorful festive flags, the Dongyue Temple Fair was held in Beijing on February 10, 2024, the first day of Spring Festival holidays. Folk traditions such ...

Temple fairs held in Beijing during Spring Festival

Temple fairs are being held in Beijing during the Year of the Dragon Spring Festival. At Shougang Park, industrial heritage seamlessly blends with cyberpunk China-chic, offering a unique experience that ...

Festive vibe at Beijing's Qianmen Street as Spring Festival approaches

This year's Spring Festival falls on February 10, 2024. As the Spring Festival approaches, Beijing's Qianmen Street is decorated with red lanterns and the Chinese character “Fu" or "blessing" in ...

Shanghai's major railway stations remain open 24/7

Shanghai's major railway stations stay open 24/7, bustling with Lunar New Year travelers even in the early hours. Passengers, laden with bags and gifts, create a festive scene. Despite crowds, ...

Shanghai sees record-breaking nighttime additional trains during 2024 Spring Festival travel rush

Late at night on February 7, Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station witnessed bustling waiting halls, teeming with passengers eagerly anticipating their homeward-bound trains. The number of overnight additional trains during the ...

Cultural exhibition about dragons opens at National Natural History Museum of China

On the occasion of Chinese Lunar Year of the Dragon, the exhibition "Jia-chen Year of the Loong Zodiac Culture" opened on Tuesday at the National Natural History Museum of China. ...

National Museum of China launches Year of the Dragon cultural exhibition as Spring Festival approaches

On the occasion of the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Dragon, the National Museum of China has selected over 200 cultural relics for an exhibition titled "A New Year ...

Beijing Olympic Museum reopens to the public on Second Anniversary of Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics

On the second anniversary of the hosting of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games, the upgraded Beijing Olympic Museum reopened to the public on Saturday. The museum is located in ...

Upland Buzzard released to wild after rehabilitation in Beijing

The Beijing Raptor Rescue Center (BRRC) released an Upland Buzzard, a nationally second-level protected animal, in the suburbs of Beijing on February 2, 2024. The bird was discovered by birdwatchers ...

Surrealist artworks from the National Galleries of Scotland on display at museum in Shanghai

"Fantastic Visions: 100 Years of Surrealism from the National Galleries of Scotland," an exhibition co-hosted by the Museum of Art Pudong (MAP) and the National Galleries of Scotland, kicked off ...

Precious relics from Sanxingdui Ruins on display at Shanghai Museum's new branch

The exhibition Stars over China: The Ancient Shu Civilization of Sanxingdui and Jinsha kicked off at the Shanghai Museum's new eastern branch in the city's Pudong New Area on Friday. ...

Calligraphers at Beijing Folk Custom Museum send blessings

Beijing Folk Custom Museum hosted a traditional event on Friday, known as Xiaonian or "Little New Year" in Chinese, to kick off the countdown to the Chinese Lunar New Year. ...

New exhibition at NAMOC sees treasures from the country's top art museums

The National Art Museum of China kicked off a new exhibition on Thursday, which includes paintings and prints from 15 museums. Most of these art pieces are from China's top ...

'Chinese Dragon' adorns Beijing streets for the upcoming Spring Festival

As the Spring Festival approaches, the streets and alleys of Beijing are becoming more festive. "Dragon" lanterns and dragon-themed art installations are being set up at the gates of landmark ...

Chinese painting exhibition unveiled in Beijing

An exhibition called Painting a New Chapter: Academic Invitational Exhibition of Chinese Painting opened at the National Museum of China in Beijing on January 31, 2024. Jointly organized by the ...

Yabuli Ski Resort's rising enthusiasm beyond ice and snow tourism

Against the backdrop of Harbin's dazzling popularity, the Yabuli Ski Resort emerges as a "must-visit" destination for tourists seeking immersive experiences in ice and snow sports, particularly skiing. Located in ...

Exploring hustle and bustle morning markets in Harbin

Harbin's morning markets, or “zaoshi” in Chinese, similar to the outdoor markets in some Western countries, have been a hot spot for tourists. Located in the downtown Harbin, Northeast China's ...

Beijing prepares for Spring Festival

As the Spring Festival approaches, the festive atmosphere is painted in the vibrant red hue that characterizes it. Beijing's residents rush to purchase New Year goods and prepare for the ...

Shanghai Museum showcases dragon-shaped cultural relics to embrace Spring Festival

Together with Liaoning Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology and Xi'an Museum, Shanghai Museum has organized an exhibition showcasing eight different dragon-shaped cultural relics in different periods. The exhibition ...

First day of Spring Festival travel rush at Shanghai Hongqiao railway station

The waiting hall of Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station was full of passengers on Friday. The local railway authorities also held some activities such as writing Spring Festival couplets to send ...

Beijing Daxing airport starts Chinese chunyun travel rush

Beijing Daxing International Airport welcomed its first day of peak travel as the Spring Festival travel rush started on Friday. A total of 934 flights will operate on Friday. The ...

China's 40-day Spring Festival travel rush begins

China's chunyun or Spring Festival travel rush for 2024, the world's largest annual human migration, begins on Friday when the train G6701 heading for Handan, North China's Hebei Province, departed ...

Exploring marvelous and advanced world of ocean research at institute of oceanography

On Thursday, Global Times reporters went on an exciting journey into the Third Institute of Oceanography (TIO) of the Ministry of Natural Resources in Xiamen, East China's Fujian Province. At ...

Beijing Capital International Airport well prepared to greet Spring Festival travel rush

Beijing Capital International Airport said it will handle 7.2 million passenger trips during China's 40-day Chunyun, or Spring Festival travel rush staring on Friday, a growth of 60% from last ...

Anti-drug themed dance drama 'Breaking the Ice' to debut in March

China's first anti-drug-themed dance drama, Breaking the Ice, is scheduled to be staged at the Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Center from March 1 to 3, as announced during a media ...

Fans wait to see Cristiano Ronaldo despite cancellation of China tour

A large number of fans gathered near the hotel where the Riyadh Victory team was staying, hoping to catch a glimpse of the team's megastar Cristiano Ronaldo on January 24 ...

Exhibition showcases continuous cultural heritage through ancient paintings

The Thematic Exhibition of the Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings began at the Beijing World Art Museum on Monday. With a deep exploration of the compilation and publishing results ...

Shanghai's Yuyuan Garden lantern fair lights up the festival

The annual Yuyuan Garden lantern show in Shanghai, one of China's national intangible cultural heritages, kicked off on Sunday and will last until February 25, 2024. Featuring gorgeous dragon lanterns, ...

Photo exhibition themed on jointly building Belt and Road opens in Beijing

A photo exhibition themed on jointly building the Belt and Road opens in Beijing on January 20, 2024. The exhibition uses visual language to showcase the achievements of the Belt ...

Cold wave hits Beijing

A cold wave sweeps through Beijing as the Great Cold, or Dahan, marking the final solar term on the Chinese lunar calendar, arrives on Saturday. Over the next two days, ...

Fair held in Shanghai art center attracts residents with floral displays and festive fun

A three-day fair celebrating the Spring Festival will be open to the public from Friday to Sunday at the Shanghai West Bund Dome Art Center. The market will showcase over ...

Temple in Shanghai Offers Visitors Free Congee on Laba Festival

People lined up on Thu at Jing'an Temple, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in downtown Shanghai, eagerly awaiting a hot bowl of free Laba congee. Thursday marks the ...

Residents enjoy heartwarming Laba Festival porridge at Beijing Folk Museum

On January 18, Dongyue Temple in Beijing's Chaoyang district observed the traditional Chinese "Laba Festival." Laba, celebrated on the eighth day of the last lunar month, marks the traditional beginning ...

Musical featuring cultural relics premieres in Beijing

Head: Musical featuring cultural relics premieres in Beijing Highlight: The immersive family musical Lu Duan had its charity premiere at the Beijing Overseas Chinese Town Grand Theater on January 15, 2024. ...

Chinese 'ice city' Harbin's tourism miracle continues into the Spring Festival

According to a report by Tongcheng Travel, ice-and-snow themed vacations are the top choice for domestic travelers in China, with Harbin in Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province being the favored destination ...

Expo featuring Spring Festival products kicks off in Beijing

A Spring Festival product expo kicks off in Beijing on January 13, 2024. Residents visit the expo to shop for goods for the Spring Festival, which falls on February ...

Tourists visit landmarks featured in TV drama Blossoms Shanghai

Tourists walk the city in Shanghai on January 13, 2024, following the screening of the TV drama Blossoms Shanghai. Blossoms Shanghai, is adapted from the award-winning novel of the same ...

The ice sculptures fair in Harbin draws visitors across the country

With the theme of “splendid ice lanterns, pursuing dreams of the Asian Winter Games,” the 50th Harbin Ice Lantern Fair at Harbin's Zhaolin Park in Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province continues ...

Glory of the ancient Persia: Exhibition of Iranian cultural relics to be held in Beijing

"The glory of the ancient Persia: Exhibition of Iranian cultural relics" will be held at the Palace Museum in Beijing from January 12 to April 11, 2024. Iran, located ...

Historic Encounters: Exhibition of interaction between China and West Asia in history held in Beijing

On January 11, 2024, the exhibition "Historic Encounters: Interaction between China and West Asia in History" was held at the Palace Museum in Beijing. China and West Asia, located ...

2024 Beijing Book Fair kicks off

The 2024 Beijing Book Fair opened on January 11 at the China International Exhibition Center (Chaoyang Hall) and will run until January 13. The exhibition showcases over 400,000 types of books, ...

Wintersweet blossoms at Wofo Temple in Beijing

As the first solar term of the year, "Xiaohan," arrives, wintersweet blossoms are in full bloom at the Wofo Temple in Beijing on January 6, 2024, attracting lots of tourists ...

Wax figure exhibition of Chinese model individuals opens in Beijing

A wax figure exhibition of model individuals who have contributed to the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation opens at the National Museum of China in Beijing on January 5, 2024. ...

Exhibition AlUla: Wonder of Arabia to be held in Beijing

The exhibition AlUla: Wonder of Arabia will be held at the exhibition hall of the Palace Museum in Beijing from January 6 to March 22, 2024. It is the first ...

New Year celebrations held at founding site of first CPC Congress

Visitors flooded the Memorial of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Shanghai on Monday morning, to attend its various patriotic New Year celebrations. The ...

Chinese version Les Misérables rehearsed in Beijing

Actors rehearsed the Chinese version of the play Les Misérables in Beijing on Tuesday before heading to Suzhou for preview events on January 19 and 20. The play, co-produced ...

Shanghai temple rings bell to welcome 2024

On the evening of December 31, the landmark Longhua Temple in Shanghai rings its bell 108 times to bid farewell to 2023 and welcome the New Year. This annual event ...

Beijing residents ring ancient bell, pray for upcoming 2024

On December 31, 2023, the Dazhong Temple Ancient Bell Museum held a New Year cultural experience activity in Beijing. Residents flocked to the event, praying for a peaceful and happy ...

Beijing residents enjoy winter fun with skating rinks open to public

Recently, several skating rinks have been opened in Beijing, providing a place for residents to enjoy winter leisure and entertainment. Performers dressed in Eight Banners soldier uniforms reenact the grand ...

An exhibition memorizes history of the southward evacuation of the Palace Museum's artifacts

Visitors view exhibit at the “Long March of the National Treasures: An Exhibition Commemorating the Southward Evacuation of the Palace Museum's Artifacts” at the Shanghai History Museum on Thursday. The ...

Exhibition featuring ancient Chinese poet Li Bai kicks off in Beijing

On December 28, a captivating new media art exhibition on Chinese ancient poetry debuted at China Millennium Monument in Beijing. Created by leading artists, including the Academy of Fine Arts ...

Exhibition showcasing Regong arts held in Beijing

An exhibition of the achievements made in the protection of the intangible cultural heritage of the Regong arts has opened at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum and China ...

People enjoy skating fun at Shichahai ice rink in Beijing

The iconic Shichahai Lake in Beijing, transformed into an expansive ice rink, began its trial run on December 28, 2023. Attracting both locals and tourists, the rink offers a delightful ...

Museum of Grand Canal Culture opens to public

The Museum of Grand Canal Culture, also known as the Capital Museum East Branch, opened to the public on December 27. Five main themed social education programs, including those on ...

Beijing Library officially opens to public

On December 27th, the Beijing Library, located in the Beijing Municipal Administrative Center, officially opened to the public. Covering approximately 75,000 square meters, the library houses a collection of 8 ...

Tens of thousands of people from all over China gather in Mao Zedong's birthplace to commemorate the 130th anniversary of his birth

Special exhibition of Chinese dragons kicks off in Beijing

As the Year of the Dragon approaches, the China Millennium Monument recently held an exhibition named "Welcoming the Loong Year: Chinese Loong in Cultural Relics Special Exhibition." This event brings ...

Exhibition showcasing Suzhou embroidery art held in Beijing

An exhibition showcasing China's Suzhou embroidery art is being held at the China National Arts and Crafts Museum in Beijing from December 23, 2023, to January 1, 2024. The exhibition ...

China-Nepal cultural exchange exhibition kicks off in Beijing

On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, the Miaoying Temple in Beijing opens a cultural exchange exhibition to the public on December 22, 2023. ...

Golden light

On December 22, 2023, known as the Winter Solstice in China, the setting sun's afterglow shines on the side walls of the arches of the Seventeen-Arch Bridge in Beijing's Summer ...

Temperatures in Shanghai remained below freezing throughout the day, the coldest in 40 years

The cold wave, combined with strong winds, has brought a drop in temperature. This Friday marks the "winter solstice" in the 24 solar terms, with the lowest temperature expected to ...

All-out rescue underway

Firefighters and rescue workers are racing against time to save lives after a landslide swept Jintian village in Minghe county, Qinghai Province following a 6.2-magnitude earthquake hit Gansu. A total ...

GT on the spot: Temporary shelter provides relief and support for earthquake-affected people in Gansu

GT reporters visited a temporary earthquake shelter in Dahe village, Jishishan county in Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture of Gansu Province on Tuesday night. Almost 130 tents were set up at ...

National treasures highlight Chinese unity

Come enjoy a warm museum visit on a cold winter day! Visitors appreciate the national treasures exhibit that highlights Chinese unity in history at the Cultural Palace of Nationalities in ...

Students in Beijing resume in-person learning despite the persistently freezing temperatures

The temperature in Beijing will remain below freezing, with the highest temperatures during the day ranging from -1 to -7 C, and the lowest temperature at night ranging from -10 ...

Denmark's Viktor Axelsen has won his third consecutive BWF Tour men's singles title

Denmark's Viktor Axelsen defeated China's Shi Yuqi 21-11, 21-12 in the men's singles final of the BWF World Tour Finals on Sunday to claim his third consecutive title. It was ...

China's Zheng Siwei and Huang Yaqiong have won the mixed doubles final of the BWF World Tour Finals for the third time

China's Zheng Siwei and Huang Yaqiong won their third BWF World Tour Finals mixed doubles title on Sunday with a 21-11, 21-18 victory over their teammates Feng Yanzhe and Huang ...

China's duo Chen Qingchen and Jia Yifan have won the BWF women's doubles title

The women's doubles final of the BWF World Tour Finals 2023 concluded at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center on Sunday. China's top doubles pair, Chen Qingchen and Jia Yifan, defeated ...

Highlights of the final day of the BWF World Tour Finals 2023

On the final day of the BWF World Tour Finals 2023 in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, the first men's doubles final took place between Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang, ...

GT on the spot: Joyful singing and dancing in Xinjiang region

The landscape here is beyond comparison – Residents in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region sing and dance to welcome visitors from afar.

China's mixed doubles pair advances to finals of BWF World Tour Finals

China's mixed doubles pair, Huang Yaqiong/Zheng Siwei, secures a 2-0 victory against the South Korean duo of Seo Seung Jae and Chae Yoo Jung, advancing to the BWF World Tour ...

Spanish shuttler Carolina Marin secures spot in finals of women's singles at BWF World Tour Finals

Chinese shuttler Chen Yufei loses to Spain's Carolina Marin with a score of 1-2 in the semifinals of the BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, on December 16, ...

A glimpse of Shenzhen's cityscape

People from all walks of life, whether tourists or local residents, capture moments by taking photos at various locations in Shenzhen, South China's Guangdong Province. These snapshots not only freeze ...

Chinese duo advances to finals of men's doubles at BWF World Tour Finals

The Chinese pair Liang Weikeng/Wang Chang defeats the Indonesian duo Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto with a score of 2-1, advancing to the finals of the men's doubles at the BWF ...

Bustling activity in Qianhai Shekou Free Trade Zone

A vibrant scene unfolds in the Qianhai and Shekou areas of the Guangdong Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ), a pivotal hub in China's reform and opening-up, in South China's Guangdong ...

Shi Yuqi, Viktor Axelsen advance to men's singles semifinals at BWF World Tour Finals

China's shuttler Shi Yuqi stages a comeback to defeat Japanese player Kodai Naraoka and advances to the semifinals as the top in his group in the men's singles at the ...

China's pair defeats Malaysian duo and secures advancement at BWF World Tour Finals

China's duo Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang defeat the World Champions, Malaysian pair Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik, securing advancement at the BWF World Tour Finals held in Hangzhou, ...

China's Chen Yufei advances to semifinals in women's singles at BWF World Tour Finals

Chinese shuttler Chen Yufei secures a spot in the women's singles semifinals at the BWF World Tour Finals in advance, despite a loss to Spain's Carolina Marin in a 70-minute ...

Domestic mobile phone maker achieves high automation rate

Workers are actively engaged in operations at the production line of the renowned Chinese mobile phone brand, Honor, in Shenzhen, South China's Guangdong Province—the nation's manufacturing hub. The domestic company ...

China defeats South Korea in mixed doubles group B match at BWF World Tour Finals 2023

On December 14, 2023, during the mixed doubles group B match at the BWF World Tour Finals 2023 in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, Zheng Siwei and Huang Yaqiong of ...

Shi Yuqi defeat to Anthony Sinisuka Ginting

In the men's singles Group B match of the BWF World Tour Finals, Chinese player Shi Yuqi, despite winning the first game, was chased down by Indonesian player Anthony Sinisuka ...

Chen Yufei wins two consecutive matches and advances to the top four

China's Chen Yufei defeated Zhang Beiwen in the group stage of the BWF World Tour Finals, securing two consecutive victories and advancing to the semi-finals.

China's Liang, Wang claim their first victory at the BWF World Tour Finals

On December 14, Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang from China claimed their first victory in the men's doubles match during the second round of the Badminton World Federation World Tour ...

Chinese men's doubles duo secures 2nd consecutive victory at the BWF World Tour Finals

On December 14, 2023, the Badminton World Federation World Tour Finals commenced the second round of group stage matches in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province. The Chinese men's doubles duo, ...

Exhibition of Sanxingdui relics, Rodin sculptures reveals mutual learning between civilizations

Exhibition Glory of Bronze Civilization: A Dialogue between Sanxingdui and Auguste Rodin across Space and Time has kicked off at the Shanghai University Museum. At the exhibition, visitors can look ...

Chinese ace Chen Yufei wins the women's singles group match at the BWF World Tour Finals

In the women's singles group B match at the BWF World Tour Finals 2023, Chinese ace Chen Yufei defeated Han Yue with a score of 2-1, in Hangzhou, China's Zhejiang ...

China's Shi Yuqi bested world No. 1 Viktor Axelsen

Chinese badminton player Shi Yuqi defeated world No.1 Viktor Axelsen with a score of 2-0 in the #BWFWorldTourFinals.

Citizens enjoy themselves after snowfall

Beijing citizens had fun in the high streets and back lanes after a new round of snowfall.

Memorial ceremony held in Beijing to mourn victims of Nanjing Massacre

On December 13, the tenth national memorial day for the victims of the Nanjing Massacre, The Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression held a memorial ...

Exhibition reveals glories of Italian Baroque art

Caravaggio. Wonders of the Italian Baroque, the final exhibition of the year at Museum of Art Pudong, will open to the public on December 12, 2023. With over 60 authentic ...

Giant pandas playing in the snow

The giant pandas at the Beijing Zoo were seen happily playing in the snow after the first snowfall in Beijing this winter. (Photos: Chen Tao/GT)

Winter Landscape at the Summer Palace in Beijing

Winter Landscape at the Summer Palace in Beijing

Immersive experience exhibition displaying the art of grottoes held at the National Museum of China

An exhibition themed “Magnificence and Grandeur - Immersive Experience of Grotto Art” was open to the public at the National Museum of China on Saturday. The exhibition covers an area ...

NEVs on display at auto show in Shanghai

An auto show featuring new-energy vehicles is taking place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from December 8 to 11, 2023, attracting visitors to experience the cars firsthand. ...

Winter supplies orders surge in Yiwu

With the onset of the cold winter weather, the "warm economy" in Yiwu is thriving. There has been a significant rise in demand for winter products from both domestic and ...

Yiwu Intl Trade City attracts customers to purchase imported goods for New Year

The Yiwu International Trade City Import Commodity Pavilion is a new benchmark set up by Yiwu to transform the Yiwu market from one-way export trade to multi-directional trade. The import ...

Yiwu, the world's largest distribution center for Christmas supplies

Photos show a company in Yiwu, East China's Zhejiang Province, that manufactures Christmas trees. It has just completed its export order for 2023 and has already started its production plan ...

Yiwu embraces bustling Christmas season

This year's Christmas season has proven to be a bustling time for Christmas vendors in Yiwu, East China's Zhejiang Province. With the resumption of international travel, Yiwu International Trade Market ...

World's first supply chain expo in Beijing attracts large crowds on its public day

Visitors experience various products and service from different countries on the public day of China International Supply Chain Expo held in Beijing on Saturday. The expo kicked off in Beijing ...

China issues 'five-star card' for foreign permanent residents

China's foreign permanent resident ID card, known as the “five-star card,” is officially issued and put into use on Friday. A total of 50 foreigners from more than 20 countries ...

Healthy life and supply chain service exhibitions held at China International Supply Chain Expo

Healthy life section displays products and technologies of the key links in the healthcare sector, as well as traditional Chinese medicine. The setting up of the supply chain service exhibition ...

Shanghai sister cities forum guests explore memorial of CPC's first national congress, urban planning center

A delegation of guests on Thursday visited the memorial of the first National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center in Shanghai. This ...

Digital technology exhibition held at China International Supply Chain Expo

The digital technology section of China International Supply Chain Expo(CISCE) showcased cutting-edge solutions and emerging applications where various industries are empowered. By presenting technological transformation, industrial incubation and application scenarios, ...

Green agriculture exhibition held at China International Supply Chain Expo

The first China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) entered its second day on Wed. The exhibition area for green agriculture featured green agricultural means of production, smart agriculture, planting, breeding and ...

World's first Zootopia Land set to debut at Shanghai Disney Resort

The world's first Zootopia Land is set to debut at Shanghai Disney Resort on December 20, 2023. The new land is the resort's latest expansion aimed at Chinese visitors and ...

Smart vehicle exhibition held at China International Supply Chain Expo

The first China International Supply Chain Expo with the theme of "Connecting the world for a shared future," hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), ...

China International Supply Chain Expo kicks off in Beijing

The first China International Supply Chain Expo with the theme of "Connecting the world for a shared future," hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), ...

Dream moment: Young singers from Xizang shine in Beijing

The young singers of the Qomolangma Children's Choir participated in the recording of a music program at China Central Television in Beijing on November 24, 2023. The choir was established ...

International carnival held in Shanghai university showcases different cultures

The 9th popular international carnival was held in Shanghai International Studies University on Friday, with international students from 21 countries and regions participating in the event. The carnival provided an ...

Global scholars experience Shanghai's variety, modernization ahead of World Conference on China Studies • Shanghai Forum

Global scholars experience Shanghai's variety, modernization ahead of World Conference on China Studies • Shanghai Forum

The exhibition of diplomatic gifts received by Chinese leaders

Visitors view exhibits at the Central Gifts and Cultural Relics Management Centre in Beijing during the Exhibition of Diplomatic Gifts Received by China's Leaders on November 22, 2023. The exhibition ...

China's top haute couture designers renowned for blending Eastern tradition with Western chic

Laurence Xu, one of China's top haute couture designers, is renowned for blending the Eastern tradition with Western chic. His portfolio boasts high-end couture creations worn by numerous domestic celebrities ...

Ginkgo leaves turn golden in Beijing

In the early winter season on November 19, 2023, ginkgo trees in Beijing were at their best viewing period, with their yellow leaves adorning parks, roadsides and deep hutongs. The ...

Hanfu roars back in Shanghai

Lovers of hanfu, the traditional clothing of the Han ethnic group, walk across the streets in Shanghai over the weekends to celebrate the annual Shanghai hanfu festival which falls on ...

Sanxingdui the Musical takes center stage in Beijing

Sanxingdui the Musical recently captivated audiences at the Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Center Grand Theater. Spectators were transported into the intricate and vibrant world of the ancient Shu civilization as ...

Exhibition on 'Our Common Home – A Miracle of Nature' kicks off at the National Museum of China

The exhibition, "Our Common Home – A Miracle of Nature," is now open to the public at the National Museum of China in Beijing. With a focus on vibrant animals, ...

4th Yangtze River Delta International Cultural Industries Expo kicks off in Shanghai

4th Yangtze River Delta International Cultural Industries Expo kicks off in Shanghai

MODERN RAILWAYS 2023 opens in Beijing

On November 14, 2023, the 16th China International Modern Railway Technology and Equipment Exhibition (MODERN RAILWAYS 2023) opened at the China International Exhibition Center Chaoyang Hall in Beijing. With an ...

5,725 Volunteers from 42 universities in Shanghai play a role in 6th CIIE

A total of 5,725 volunteers from 42 universities in Shanghai, nicknamed "little leaves," contributed their time to the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) by serving in 134 different positions, ...

'Small market' attracts customers at 6th CIIE

The “small market” focuses on being “sincere” at the 6th CIIE, and most of the vendors are from the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) partner countries. The small vendors created ...

Medical equipment and health care products exhibition area under the spotlight at the CIIE

The medical equipment and healthcare products exhibition area has always been one of the most bustling areas at the China International Import Expo (CIIE). In the 6th CIIE, it continues ...

National pavilions become a hit at CIIE

A total of 69 countries and three international organizations participated in the national exhibition at this year's CIIE：Here are some exhibition booths from various African countries.

National pavilions become a hit at CIIE

A total of 69 countries and three international organizations participated in the national exhibition at this year's CIIE：Here are some exhibition booths from various countries of the American continents.

National pavilions become a hit at CIIE

A total of 69 countries and three international organizations participated in the national exhibition at this year's CIIE：Here are some exhibition booths from various European countries.

National pavilions become a hit at CIIE

A total of 69 countries and three international organizations participated in the national exhibition at this year's CIIE：Here are some exhibition booths from various Asian countries.

Food, agricultural products exhibition area particularly popular at CIIE

The food and agricultural products exhibition area at the 6th China International Import Expo is particularly popular with visitors. This year, it has attracted nearly 2,000 food enterprises from over ...

International Journalists Visit Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Praise China's Higher Education Development

Journalists from more than 30 countries visited the time-honored Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), one of China's top universities, on Wednesday. They toured SJTU's history museum and shared their experiences ...

Philadelphia Orchestra Joins China National Symphony Orchestra for Historic Performance in Beijing

A tense rehearsal is underway on Wednesday in northeastern Beijing as the Philadelphia Orchestra prepares to join the China National Symphony Orchestra for a historic performance, exactly 50 years after ...

Expanded Chinese Pavilion showcases unprecedented scale, diverse exhibits

At the sixth China International Import Expo, the Chinese pavilion has been upgraded and expanded, with the exhibition area increasing from the previous 1,500 square meters to 2,500 square meters, ...

CIIE automobile pavilion attracts global audiences, exhibitors

The auto pavilion attracts visitors and exhibitors from all over the world to come and experience it. The pavilion focuses on showcasing the comprehensive strength of car companies and is ...

Enterprises from the BRI partner countries take part in 6th CIIE

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the sixth year of the China International Import Expo (CIIE). Over the past six years, the ...

Honduras actively engaging in CIIE to strengthen trade with China

Various businesses ranging from coffee and chocolates to cigars and tourism agencies from Honduras are actively participating in the CIIE, with excitement evident on their faces as they seek to ...

A glance at the CIIE technology equipment exhibition area

The Global Times paid a visit to the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) technology equipment exhibition area on November 6, 2023. This area includes sections dedicated to digital industrial ...

US food companies show up at CIIE, eyeing the Chinese market

Large crowds visit the American Food and Agriculture Pavilion at the CIIE that features 17 exhibitors showcasing American agricultural products ranging from meat, almonds and cheese to wine and health ...

Global semiconductor companies arrive at the sixth CIIE in full force

Global semiconductor companies arrived at the sixth CIIE in full force on Monday, November 6, 2023. Industry players including Samsung, Intel, Qualcomm, and ASML, which have attended the CIIE many ...

HKSAR Chief Executive visits the 6th China International Import Expo

On the afternoon of November 5, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR)'s Chief Executive, John Lee Ka-chiu, attended the 6th China International Import Expo. During his visit, Lee also took ...

Australian Prime Minister visits the 6th China International Import Expo

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited the food and agricultural products exhibition area on the first day of the Import Expo and exchanged views with Australian exhibitors. At the opening ...

Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabic visits China International Import Expo

On the afternoon of November 5, Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabic visited the Serbian National Pavilion at the 6th China International Import Expo. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Press corps gather at CIIE media center for annual opening

The 6th China International Import Expo(CIIE) will be held from November 5 to 10 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Journalists from home and abroad gathered at the ...

A glimpse of booths and media center at 6th CIIE

The booths in the automobile, food and agriculture, medical equipment, and healthcare exhibition areas are well-prepared for the upcoming 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE), which will take place from ...

Preparations in full swing for CIIE

Preparation works are in full swing as the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) is expected to open on November 5, 2023. This year's CIIE will welcome guests from 154 ...

Staff members arrange exhibition booths at CIIE

Staff members are arranging booths and making final adjustments to the exhibits in preparation for the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE), which opens on November 5, 2023. (Photos: Chen ...

Shanghai prepares for upcoming CIIE

The National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) is adorned with vibrant flowers as the 6th China International Import Expo (CIIE) approaches on Nov 3, 2023. This year's CIIE is scheduled ...

2023 World Agrifood Science and Tech Expo opens in Beijing

The 2023 World Agrifood Science and Tech Expo opened at the Jinhaihu International Convention and Exhibition Center in Pinggu district of Beijing on November 2, 2023. This expo, held concurrently ...

Flying Tigers veterans visit Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression in Beijing

Flying Tigers veterans and their family members attend a ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of the US 14th Air Force's participation in China's war of resistance against Japanese invaders, ...

Qing Dynasty engravings exhibition held at Palace Museum

Based on the organization, protection, and research of the museum's collection of engravings, the Palace Museum has opened the "Engravings Hall" within the Hall of Great Harmony and simultaneously held ...

180,000 pots of chrysanthemum flowers in full bloom at Shanghai's downtown park

This year's Shanghai chrysanthemum festival is underway at the Gongqing Forest Park, and will run until November 26. A total of 180,000 pots of chrysanthemum flowers from more than 500 ...

Shanghai Book City reopens to public

After nearly two years of renovation, the Shanghai Book City reopens to the public on October 28, 2023. Readers can't wait to take photos and explore this "world of books." ...

Fall foliage show staged at Beijing's parks as autumn deepens

With the drop in temperature as autumn deepens in Beijing, parks around the city are filled with people coming to see the season's spectacle - a fall foliage show as ...

Chinese swimmers bag gold, set new records at Hangzhou Asian Para Games

Chinese swimmers participate in the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games on October 27, 2023. Jiang Shengnan breaks the Asian record with a time of 30.21 seconds, winning gold in the ...

Team China bags gold in women's wheelchair basketball at Asian Para Games

Team China defeated Team Japan with a score of 61-30 and won gold in women's wheelchair basketball at the #4thAsianParaGames #Hangzhou on Oct 26, 2023. Photos: Cui Meng/GT

Passing on the essence of the Silk Road and promoting communication

On October 25, representatives who were awarded the first Silk Road Global News Awards (SRGNA) took part in a cultural exchange event in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province. The event ...

Chinese athlete Chen Yuandong claims gold in women's sabre A-level wheelchair fencing at 4th Asian Para Games

Chinese athlete Chen Yuandong (right) won the gold medal in the women's sabre A-level wheelchair fencing event at the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou on October 25, defeating her ...

Chinese athlete Zhong Saichun clinches gold in men's wheelchair fencing at Asian Para Games

Chinese athlete Zhong Saichun (right) narrowly defeated opponent Sun Gang to win the gold medal in the men's foil A-level final of the wheelchair fencing event at the 4th Asian ...

Chinese athlete Hu Daoliang wins gold medal in men's individual B-Level foil event at 4th Asian Para Games

Chinese athlete Hu Daoliang (left) won the gold medal in the men's individual B-level foil event at the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou on October 25.

1st International Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition held in Beijing

The 1st Beijing International Intangible Cultural Heritage Week and International Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition were held at the National Agricultural Exhibition Center in Beijing on October 24. Nearly 500 intangible ...

Chinese athlete Di Dongdong shatters Asian Para Games record, secures gold in long jump T11 category

Chinese athlete Di Dongdong won the gold medal in the long jump T11 category at the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province on October 23. With ...

Thai athlete KHONGRAK Putharet clinches gold inmen's 5000m T54 final at Hangzhou Asian Para Games athletics

Thai athlete KHONGRAK Putharet won the championship in the men's 5000m T54 final of the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games athletics on October 23, 2023. Chinese athlete Ma Zhuo finished ...

Sufficient medical service at high-altitude hospital reflect China's efforts to protect human rights in Xizang region

Local people enjoy guaranteed medical services at the Nagqu People's Hospital, in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region. The hospital is located at an altitude of 4,500 meters. Medical experts dispatched ...

Zhou Zhaoqian wins gold medal in women's T54 1,500m wheelchair racing

In the women's T54 1,500m wheelchair racing event at the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games, Chinese athlete Zhou Zhaoqian, who was the champion of the Tokyo Paralympics, won the gold ...

Shi Yiting wins the gold medal in the women's 200-meter T36 final

At the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, Chinese athlete Shi Yiting won the gold medal in the women's 200-meter T36 final with a time of 28.17 seconds, breaking her ...

Opening ceremony of the 4th Asian Para Games kicks off in Hangzhou

The opening ceremony of the Hangzhou Asian Para Games kicked off on the evening of October 22, 2023, at the main stadium of the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center in Hangzhou, ...

5 bronze zodiac animal heads reunited in Yuanmingyuan after 163 years

Recently, the ox, tiger, monkey, and pig bronze animal head sculptures, which are part of the collection of the Poly Art Museum, were reunited with the horse head in Yuanmingyuan ...

China-Central and Eastern European Countries Arts Carnival kicked off in Beijing

The third China-Central and Eastern European Countries Culture and Arts Carnival is held at Beijing's Chaoyang Park from October 20 to 22, 2023. The carnival has invited a number of ...

International Sports Carnival held in Beijing

The International Sports (Beijing) Carnival 2023 is held on October 21-22 at the Canal Cultural Square in Tongzhou district, Beijing. With the theme of "Sports Without Boundaries, Connecting the World," ...

Archaeological study tour held in Beijing

A family archaeology study tour is held at the ruins of ancient city of Luxian in Tongzhou District, Beijing, on October 21, 2023. The excavation of the ancient city began ...

15th Shanghai International Popular Sports Festival held in Shanghai

The 15th Shanghai International Popular Sports Festival was held at Dishui Lake in the Lingang Special Area of Shanghai on October 21. This year's festival fully integrated the abundant venue ...

Visit the school 'closest to the sky' in Xizang region

The Sinopec Primary School of Baingoin is dubbed as "the school closest to the sky." The school, built by state-owned Sinopec as an aiding project, sits 4,700 meters above sea ...

Potala Palace in Lhasa starts annual whitewash

The Potala Palace in Lhasa, capital of Southwest China's Xizang (Tibet) Autonomous Region, has been undergoing its annual white wash since October 18, 2023. Workers, local residents and volunteers ...

Inspirational tour across China: Intl delegation ends trip with a closer look at rural development in Hebei

On October 17, a delegation of international civil society representatives invited by the China Foundation for Peace and Development arrived at the last stop of their China trip – Zhengding ...

Cyclists compete in Lhasa, China's Xizang region in Fourth Trans-Himalaya International Extreme Cycling Race

People watch the Fourth Trans-Himalaya International Extreme Cycling Race by the streets of Lhasa, capital city of Southwest China's Xizang (Tibet) Autonomous Region on October 17, 2023. The competition took ...

Beijing's streets decorated to welcome 3rd Belt and Road Forum for Intl Cooperation

The third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation (BRF) will be held on October 17 and 18. Landscape decorations such as sculptures, flower beds, flags and promotional slogans around ...

GT on the spot: Day-2 at the 134th session of Canton Fair on October 16

Foreign buyers are attracted by Chinese new-energy vehicles are put on display at the Canton Trade Fair, South China's Guangdong Province. New exhibition halls for #NEVs were opened at the ...

A glimpse into a disabled rehabilitation service center in Xizang region

People, most of them are children, living with disabilities receive rehabilitation training at the Xizang Disabled Rehabilitation Service Center in Lhasa, Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, on October 11, 2023. ...

Inspirational tour across China: Intl delegation continues journey, observes fruits of development in Fujian

On October 13-14, a delegation of international civil society representatives invited by the China Foundation for Peace and Development traveled to East China's Fujian Province by high-speed railway. They visited ...

The 134th Session of China Import and Export Fair: Breaking records in scale and product innovation

The 134th Session of the China Import and Export Fair is being held from October 15 to November 4 in Guangzhou. The Fair has set a new record in terms ...

Gala concert by Christoph Eschenbach and CSIAF Orchestra held in Shanghai to mark opening of arts festival

The Gala Concert by Christoph Eschenbach and CSIAF Orchestra was held on Saturday evening at the Shanghai Exhibition Center Fountain Square, as the opening performance of the 22nd China Shanghai ...

Guangzhou ready for Canton Fair, one of China's biggest trade expos

Exhibition halls in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, are prepared to welcome global buyers on October 14, 2023, one day before the 134th session of the Canton Fair. As of ...

Inspirational tour across China: Intl delegation experiences green development in Zhejiang visit

From October 12-13, a delegation of international civil society representatives invited by the China Foundation for Peace and Development visited East China's Zhejiang Province after finishing their trip in Shanghai. ...

Inspirational tour across China: Intl delegation visits China, gets a glimpse of stories behind the CPC's revolutionary spirit

From October 10-11, a delegation of international civil society representatives invited by the China Foundation for Peace and Development visited Shanghai after their trip in Yan'an. They had exchanges with ...

Intl delegation visits China, gets a glimpse of stories behind the CPC's revolutionary spirit

On October 9-10, a delegation of international civil society representatives invited by the China Foundation for Peace and Development visited Liangjiahe village, Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall, and Yangjialing Revolutionary Site ...

The 19th Asian Games closing ceremony kicks off in Hangzhou

The 19th Asian Games closing ceremony was held on Sunday evening with the theme of "Enduring Memories of Hangzhou," which is a mesmerizing classic line from a Chinese poem about ...

China claims gold in women's volleyball at Asian Games

The Chinese women's volleyball team defeated the Japanese team with a score of 3-0 on Oct 7, successfully defending their title with a perfect record of six victories. This is ...

Breakdancing debuts at the Asian Games

Breakdancing made its Asian Games debut on Friday as the women's knock outs kicked off in Gongshu Canal Sports Park Gymnasium in Hang zhou.

China successfully defends its title in women's basketball at Asian Games

China successfully defended its title in women's basketball at the Asian Games on Thursday, defeating arch-rival Japan with a score of 74-72. Being ranked second in the world, China dominated ...

South Korea wins bronze medal in women's basketball at Asian Games

A bronze medal match for women's basketball was held at the Hangzhou Asian Games on October 5, 2023. The South Korean women's basketball team defeated the North Korean team with ...

Olympic medal presentation ceremony held at Asian Games

An Olympic medal presentation ceremony takes place at the Hangzhou Asian Games on October 4, 2023. Chinese relay athletes Su Bingtian, Xie Zhenye, Wu Zhiqiang, and Tang Xingqiang receive the ...

Chinese women's football team loses to Japanese team in semi-final

On October 3, the women's football semi-finals of the Hangzhou Asian Games concluded, with North Korean team and Japanese team advancing to the final. At the Linping Sports Center Stadium, ...

Chinese men's basketball team defeats South Korea to advance to semi-finals at Hangzhou Asian Games

In the Men's Quarterfinal of the Basketball at Hangzhou Asian Games on October 3, team China led by 20 points in the first half. In the second half, the Chinese ...

China's Xu Zhuoyi wins bronze medal in the men's 110m hurdles final

China's Xu Zhuoyi won the bronze medal in the men's 110-meter hurdles final at the Hangzhou Asian Games on October 2, 2023.

China's Li Yuting wins the silver medal in the women's 200m final

On October 2, Chinese athlete Li Yuting won the silver medal in the women's 200-meter final at the Hangzhou Asian Games.

Chinese women's basketball team wins in quarterfinals

On October 2, the Chinese women's basketball team achieved a resounding victory over the Chinese Taipei women's basketball team with a score of 104 to 60 in the quarterfinals ...

Chinese men's national football team fails to advance to semifinals at Asian Games

The Chinese men's national football team lost 0-2 to South Korea in the Asian Games, failing to reach the semifinals, on October 1. Meanwhile, Team Hong Kong, China defeated Iran ...

Team China wins gold medal in women's water polo final at Hangzhou Asian Games

Team China bagged gold medal in women's water polo final at the Hangzhou Asian Games on October 1. By defeating the Japanese team with a score of 24-11, Team China ...

Commemorative activities held at site of first CPC Congress to celebrate 74th founding anniversary of PRC

A series of commemorative activities were held at the Memorial of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Shanghai on Sunday, to celebrate the 74th ...

Chinese sprinters bag gold medals at both men's and women's 100m final

Chinese sprinter Ge Manqi claimed the women's 100m title and Xie Zhenye nailed the men's 100m gold at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, on Sep ...

Team China clinches the synchronized 10-meter platform championship

Chinese divers Quan Hongchan and Chen Yuxi won the gold medal in Women's Synchronized 10m Platform Final at the #Hangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Aquatic Sports Arena. #AsianGames Photos: Cui Meng/GT

Team China clinches gold and silver in shot put

Chinese athletes Gong Lijiao and Song Jiayuan clinched gold and silver medals with best throws of 19.58 and 18.92, respectively. Gong also came in as the defending Asian Games champion. ...

Mid-Autumn Festival atmosphere sweeps over Hangzhou Asian Games Village

What kind of chemistry will there be when the 19th Asian Games meet the traditional Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival? On Friday, the athletes, technical officials and reporters from different countries and ...

Shanghai residents enjoy the Mid-Autumn Festival

Many full moon decorations provide a festive atmosphere in Shanghai during the Mid-Autumn Festival, attracting locals to take photos. People enjoy themselves on the first day of the Golden Week ...

Chinese tennis players Zheng Qinwen and Zhu Lin win gold and silver medals in women's singles final at Hangzhou Asian Games

Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen claims victory in the women's singles final at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center's Tennis Center at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang ...

Chinese women's football team advances to the quarter-finals

In the final round of Group A in the women's football competition at the Hangzhou Asian Games on September 28, the Chinese women's football team defeats Uzbekistan with a score ...

Exhibition showcasing works of Chinese masters opens in Beijing

An exhibition featuring works by 100 Chinese masters who have made outstanding contributions to Chinese civilization in the 20th century opens at the National Museum of China in Beijing on ...

Play inspired by terracotta warriors on stage at National Museum of China

A play inspired by the exquisite terracotta warriors in the collection of the National Museum of China is being presented at the museum's theatre from September 26 to 28. Terracotta ...

Cultural event about Mid-Autumn Festival held in Beijing

A cultural event about the Mid-Autumn Festival is held at the Beijing Folk Museum on September 28, 2023. Visitors have the opportunity to experience the charm of the traditional Chinese ...

Shanghai railway stations, airports busy for Golden Week holidays travel peak

Shanghai is bracing itself for a travel peak on September 28 as the highly anticipated Golden Week holidays approach. From September 27 to October 8, the bustling Hongqiao Hub is ...

Chinese women's basketball team makes debut at Hangzhou Asian Games

The Chinese women's basketball team makes debut at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center during the Hangzhou Asian Games on September 27, defeating the Mongolian women's basketball team 101 - 46. ...

Railway transportation for Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays begins

Railway transportation for the Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day holidays in China commenced on September 27, 2023. In preparation for the surge in holiday travel demand, China's railway system ...

Shanghai residents flock to the streets to buy mooncakes

Days before the Mid-Autumn Festival which falls on September 29, Shanghai residents are ready to join the queue for their favorite freshly-made mooncakes. Time honored brands such as Guang Ming ...

The Philippines rolls up to draw more Chinese investors

The Philippine Investors' Roadshow, a follow-up two-day event since the visit of Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. to China earlier this year, kicks off in Beijing on Wednesday, drawing ...

China wins 8th consecutive men's team title in Asiad table tennis

On September 26, the men's team final of the Hangzhou Asian Games table tennis event took place at the Gongshu Canal Sports Park Gymnasium. The Chinese team, consisting of Wang ...

China clinches fifth consecutive Asian Games championship in table tennis event

On September 26, in the women's team final of the Hangzhou Asian Games table tennis event, Team China triumphed over Team Japan with a score of 3-0, winning the gold ...

Beijing Capital International Airport to welcome upcoming Golden Week holidays

According to data predictions, it is estimated that during the eight-day Golden Week holiday, approximately 1.33 million passengers will be transported at Beijing Capital International Airport, with an average of ...

Team China wins at women's team artistic gymnastics event

On September 25, the women's team artistic gymnastics event of the 19th Asian Games was held at the Huanglong Sports Center Gymnasium in Hangzhou. Team China, composed of Zhang Xinyi, ...

Uzbek athlete Oksana Chusovitina competes at Hangzhou Asian Games

On September 25, Oksana Chusovitina, a 48-year-old gymnast from Uzbekistan, competed in the women's vault qualification round at the Hangzhou Asian Games. After vaulting the horse, she raised both hands ...

The 2023 World Design Cities Conference kicks off in Shanghai

The World Design Cities Conference WDCC2023 is set to be held at Shanghai Huangpu Riverside from September 26 to October 2. With the theme of “Design Beyond Creativity,” the event ...

Merchandise featuring the 19th Asian Games main torch tower unveiled

The lighting ceremony of the main torch tower for the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, has wowed the world. Four exclusive merchandise items, featuring the tower's design, were ...

Huge flower basket adorns Tian'anmen Square to celebrate China's National Day

On September 25, an 18-meter-tall flower basket display was officially unveiled at the Tiananmen Square to celebrate China's National Day on October 1. Additionally, 10 meticulously designed three-dimensional flower ...

Zhang Yufei won the women's 200m butterfly final

China's butterfly specialist, Zhang Yufei, won the women's 200m butterfly final, securing the first gold medal for China in the swimming competitions.

Wang Shun won the men's 200m individual medley champion

Wang Shun, who once won the gold medal in the Tokyo Olympic Games, was crowned the men's 200m individual medley champion, setting a new Asian record with a time of ...

Archaeological open day at Tranquil Site of Old Summer Palace

On Sep 24, the Beijing Archaeological Institute organized an Open Day at Tranquil Site, the Old Summer Palace, or Yuanmingyuan, in Beijing. Part of the city's 2023 Science Carnival, it ...

China claims first gold at 19th Asian Games in women's lightweight double sculls rowing

On Sunday morning, China secured the opening gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games in the women's lightweight double sculls. Zou Jiaqi and Qiu Xiuping clinched victory with a comfortable lead, ...

Opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou showcases 'Chinese Romance'

On September 23, 2023, the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games was held at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium. The theme of the opening ceremony was "Rising Tide ...

2023 Beijing Great Wall Cultural Festival kicks off in Beijing

On the evening of September 23, a magnificent Mid-Autumn Poetry Gala took place at the foot of the Juyongguan Great Wall in Changping, Beijing. As the main event of the ...

Harvest activities held at Beijing's Temple of Agriculture to raise public awareness on agriculture

Local residents experience harvesting at Beijing's Temple of Agriculture, an annual harvest festival held by the Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum on September 23. The festival aims to promote China's outstanding ...

Tiananmen Square is being decorated to greet National Day

Staff from the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Landscape and Greening have arranged a giant flower basket with the words "Bless the Motherland" at Tiananmen Square. The basket is filled with ...

20th China-ASEAN Expo closes in S.China's Nanning

The 20th China-ASEAN Expo closed in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on September 19, 2023. The day also marked the only public Open Day of the four-day ...

The 23rd China International Industry Fair is back

The 23rd China International Industry Fair kicked off in Shanghai on September 19. The event, which is back offline for the first time in three years, has attracted over 2,800 ...

Advanced technology exhibits at 20th China-ASEAN Expo offer a glimpse of future life

A slew of advanced technology exhibits were unveiled at the 20th China-ASEAN Expo held in Nanning, the capital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, from September 16 to 19, 2023. The ...

Explore the distinctive customs of 'Charming Cities' all in one place at the 20th China-ASEAN Expo

The 20th China-ASEAN Expo was held in Nanning, capital city of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region from September 16 to 19, 2023. A “Charming City” exhibition area has been set up, ...

Chinese youths commemorate 92nd Anniversary of the 'September 18th Incident' with a visit to memorial sites

92 years ago today, the "September 18 Incident" erupted, marking the beginning of Japan's full-scale invasion of China and 14 years of atrocities perpetrated by the Japanese army on Chinese ...

Peruvian navy training ship B.A.P. Unión brings the best of Peru to Shanghai

The Peruvian navy training ship B.A.P. Unión (BEV 161) arrived at the Wusong Military Port in Shanghai on Monday morning, as one of its stopovers at 20 ports in 14 ...

New lantern show at Shanghai's Yuyuan Garden to light up festival

To celebrate the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on September 29 this year, Shanghai's landmark Yuyuan Garden holds the annual Mid-Autumn lantern show with various large moon-themed lanterns. Apart from ...

20th China-ASEAN Expo draws visitors, residents

The opening ceremony of the 20th China-ASEAN Expo and China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit was held in Nanning, the capital city of South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on September ...

Beijing International Week for Science Literacy kicks off

Beijing International Week for Science Literacy started on Sunday. Distinguished guests from all over the world including His Royal Highness Prince Fahd bin Mansour bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz from Saudi ...

20th China-ASEAN Expo commences in Nanning

The 20th China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) opens in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, on September 16, 2023. This year's CAEXPO has attracted nearly 2,000 companies, marking an 18.2 percent ...

Shanghai Tourism Festival kicks off with grand Float Parade

The highly anticipated Shanghai Tourism Festival Float Parade made a grand comeback during the 34th Shanghai Tourism Festival on Saturday. This year, a total of 16 floats participated in the ...

Exhibition in Beijing to mark National Science Popularization Day

The main event for National Science Popularization Day will be held at Shougang Park in Beijing from September 16 to 24. The exhibition will showcase a variety of scientific and ...

The 6th intl children's art and science exhibition begins in Shanghai

The 6th International Children's Art and Science Exhibition started in Shanghai on September 15, 2023. The exhibition has attracted the participation of youth from more than 20 countries, including those ...

World Winter Sports Expo opens in Beijing

The World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo 2023 kicks off at the Shougang Park in Beijing's Shijingshan district on September 15, 2023. This year's Expo features eight main exhibition areas, including ...

Exhibition on Song Dynasty rubbings to open at the Palace Museum

From September 16 to November 5, 2023, the Palace Museum and the Chinese University of Hong Kong will jointly present an exhibition showcasing Song Dynasty rubbings at the Palace Museum ...

The exhibition "Learn from the Past and Know the Future: China's Archaeological Achievements in the New Era" opens to the public on Thursday at the National Museum of China

This exhibition focuses on the annual top ten archaeological discoveries nationwide since 2012 and pulls together and systematically displays nearly 400 latest archaeological finds from 43 cultural or archaeological institutions ...

Chinese intangible cultural heritages feature Hangzhou Asian Games

Before the Asian Games in Hangzhou to be held from September 23 to October 8, Chinese intangible cultural heritage techniques were used to create Asian Games themed art products, showing ...

164 telecom fraudsters brought back to China from Laos

A total of 164 criminal suspects involved in telecom fraud were brought back to China from Laos by the public security organs of Hebei, Henan and Chongqing on Monday. So ...

Screens in Beijing's business districts light up to celebrate Teacher's Day

September 10, 2023 marks China's 39th Teachers' Day, a day dedicated to honoring educators. Outdoor large screens in many business districts in Beijing light up with pictures to celebrate this ...

Students celebrate Teachers' Day with thematic activities at the Beijing Imperial Examination Plaque Museum

September 10 marks Teachers' Day in China. In order to promote the tradition and social fashion of respecting teachers, the Beijing Imperial Examination Plaque Museum held a special event titled ...

The Temple of Earth and Me book fair kicks off in Beijing

The Temple of Earth and Me book fair kicked off in Beijing on Friday. The book fair has a total exhibition area of 15,000 square meters, with 350 exhibition booths ...

The 19th Asian Games torch relay starts in Hangzhou

The torch relay for the 19th Asian Games started in Hangzhou, the host city of the Games, on Friday. The first day of the relay featured 106 torchbearers from all ...

The Beijing China Art International Fair kicks off, attracting global merchants, collectors

The Beijing China Art International Fair kicked off on Thursday morning in Beijing Antique City, attracting merchants and collectors from around the world. The fair, which will run until September ...

INCLUSION•Conference on the Bund kicks off in Shanghai

The INCLUSION•Conference on the Bund kicks off in Shanghai on Thursday. Running through Saturday, the event organized by Ant Group has an exhibition area of 8,000 square meters and demonstrates ...

Rice-growing land in Hotan, Xinjiang

Is there any land for rice growing near the desert? Yes, the answer is in Hotan, in the Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, near the Taklimakan desert. Pictures show ...

Theme concert and photo exhibition held at Museum of War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression

September 3 marks the 78th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The Museum of the War of ...

Comprehensive exhibition held at CIFTIS

As the permanent venue for the CIFTIS, the China National Convention Center continues to host a comprehensive exhibition this year, including the Achievement Exhibition of Service Trade and Service Industry ...

Commemorative activity held in Shanghai for 78th anniversary of victory of Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, World Anti-Fascist War

At the Victory Square of Shanghai Songhu Memorial Hall of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, a commemorative activity was held on Sunday, September 3, to mark the 78th ...

International exhibitors participate in CIFTIS

Since its establishment, the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) has attracted over 600,000 exhibitors from 196 countries and regions. Delegations from 83 countries and international organizations are ...

CIFTIS opens in Beijing

The 2023 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) opens in Beijing on September 2, 2023. The venue at Shougang Park features an innovative service showcase experience area and ...

Beijing schools kick off new semester

Beijing schools kick off the new semester on September 1, 2023. Xiayunling Central Elementary School, which suffered severe damage due to Beijing's record rainfall in August, has started its new semester ...

Beijing prepares for 2023 CIFTIS

The 2023 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) will be held in Beijing from September 2 to 6, 2023. Preparations for this year's event are in place at ...

Shanghai's 2.2 million students embrace new autumn semester on September 1

2.2 million primary and secondary school students and kindergarten children in Shanghai started the new autumn semester on September 1, Friday. The Global Times reporter went to several schools and ...

Flood-destroyed Beijing Winter Olympic Park reopened on Thursday

Some areas of the Beijing Winter Olympic Park, including the public space on the left bank of Beijing Shijingshan's Lianshi Lake embankment and the marathon base camp, reopened on August ...

Beijing's physical bookstore support policy benefits various types of bookstores in all districts of the city.

In 2022, Beijing's physical bookstore support policy benefited various types of bookstores in different districts of the city and accumulated sufficient strength for the recovery of the bookstore market. By ...

Shanghai bookstores experience surge in student customers as new semester approaches

Bookstores in Shanghai are experiencing a surge in student and parent customers as the new semester approaches. Many students visited bookstores on Thursday to purchase textbooks and other study materials ...

Exhibition highlighting 800-year-old Fahua Tower kicks off in Shanghai

An exhibition highlighting the history and excavated relics of Fahua Tower kicks off at Jiading Museum in Shanghai this week. The exhibition, jointly hosted by the Jiading Museum and the ...

Hanfu enthusiasts immerse themselves in the ancient city of Luoyi in Luoyang to experience local culture

Hanfu enthusiasts are flocking to the ancient city of Luoyi in Luoyang to immerse themselves in the local culture. Located in central China's Henan Province, Luoyi Ancient City has become ...

Chinese naval hopspital ship Ark Peace brings culture experience to students in Solomon Islands

A squad soldiers and officers from the Chinese naval hospital ship Ark Peace visit Chung Wah School in Honiara, Solomon Islands and interact with students there on August 22, 2023. ...

Qixi Festival celebrations at Beijing Lizhitang Imperial Examination Plaque Museum

The seventh day of the seventh lunar month is the traditional "Qixi Festival" in Chinese culture. According to folklore, it is also the birthday of Kuixing – the god of ...

Beijing parks offer 37 activities for Qixi Festival

On August 22, the traditional Chinese festival Qixi, also known as the Chinese Valentine's Day, Beijing's parks and the China Garden Museum jointly launched 37 Qixi-themed activities that combine the ...

Chinese naval hospital ship Ark Peace docks at Honiara port for 1st time, brings medical aid to Solomon Islands

Local residents in Honiara, capital of Solomon Islands receive medical care on the Chinese naval hospital ship Ark Peace on August 21, 2023. Ark Peace docked at the port of ...

Young couples celebrate Qixi Festival in Beijing

Couples in Beijing celebrate Qixi Festival, also known as Chinese Valentine's Day, on August 22, 2023, by visiting the marriage registration offices of various districts' civil affairs bureaus to obtain ...

On site：Johannesburg gets ready for 15th BRICS Summit

The 15th BRICS Summit is set to be held from August 22 to 24 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The city is buzzing with a "BRICS atmosphere" as Johannesburg gets ready ...

"The Spirit of Galloping Horses: Exhibition of Traditional Chinese Paintings by Xu Beihong" showcases unique artistic blend

"The Spirit of Galloping Horses: Exhibition of Traditional Chinese Paintings by Xu Beihong" opened today at the National Art Museum of China. Over 40 pieces of Xu Beihong's paintings and ...

'Night of art' event inaugurated in Beijing

The "Night of Art" event was inaugurated at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing, on August 18. Visitors now have the chance to indulge in four special exhibitions, namely “Ethereal ...

Exhibition 'Ancient Chinese Jade' makes grand return at National Museum of China

The special exhibition "Ancient Chinese Jade" made a grand return at the National Museum of China on August 18, 2023, offering a public display of this important aspect of Chinese ...

Post-disaster reconstruction in rainstorm-hit areas in China

In early August, as reconstruction work is carried out in rainstorm-hit areas in China, which include parts of Beijing, Hebei, Jilin and Heilongjiang, local people gradually return to their normal ...

Beijing Olympic City Sports Culture Festival opens

A host of mass fitness activities have been rolled out at the Beijing Olympic City Sports Culture Festival that kicked off on Wednesday night at the Juyongguan Great Wall in ...

2023 Shanghai Book Fair returns to city with a 40% increase in exhibition space

The 2023 Shanghai Book Fair is taking place at the Shanghai Exhibition Center from August 16 to 22 with expanded exhibition areas, activities and international influences.

The 2023 World Robot Conference kicked off in Beijing

The 2023 World Robot Conference kicked off on Wednesday in Yizhuang, Beijing's Daxing district. The conference exhibits about 600 robots from over 140 domestic and foreign companies used in multiple ...

Students in Beijing commemorate 78th anniversary of Japan's surrender in WWII

On August 15, 2023, the Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and Beijing No 12 High School organized a patriotic activity to commemorate the 78th ...

Pet Fair Asia kicks off in Shanghai with 40 percent first-time exhibitors

The 2023 Pet Fair Asia is taking place at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from August 16 to 20. According to the organizers, this year's exhibition will be the ...

Commemorative event held at Sihang Warehouse Battle Memorial to mark 86th anniversary of Battle of Songhu

The Sihang Warehouse Battle Memorial held a series of commemorative activities on Sunday to mark the 86th anniversary of the Battle of Songhu, also known as Battle of Shanghai, including ...

Shanghai holds event to commemorate 86th anniversary of Battle of Songhu

A commemorative event was held at Shanghai Songhu Memorial Hall for the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression in Shanghai Sunday. August 13 marks the 86th anniversary of Battle of ...

Art festival of classical music held in Shanghai for children and parents

Parents and children enjoy classical music in Shanghai at the SSO Dream Season Art Festival, which is held during the weekends from August 5 to 13, 2023. Artists from China ...

A night walk in Shanghai History Museum

Alongside Shanghai's night markets, many residents also plan to visit museums at night, especially during the summer holidays. On Friday, a number of visitors came to the Shanghai History Museum ...

Shanghai railway station maintains high passenger flow in summer travel rush

Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, a major transportation hub in Shanghai, has maintained high passenger flow during the summer vacation. The Global Times reporter on August 11, 2023 saw a large ...

126 sports venues in Chengdu open to the public for free on National Fitness Day

To celebrate the success of the Chengdu Universiade and to welcome the 15th National Fitness Day, 126 sports venues in Chengdu were opened to the public for free, creating a ...

Happy fitness day

People play sports at various public sports facilities in Shanghai on Tuesday. Nearly 800 public sports facilities are open for free to the public in Shanghai on Tuesday, which marks ...

China's Wang Zhengxing crowned in badminton man's singles at Chengdu Universiade

In the men's singles final, the last match of the badminton tournament, China's Wang Zhengxing defeated Thailand's Teeraratsakul Panitchaphon 21-16, 21-14 and claimed gold, at Chengdu Universiade on Sunday. Photos: ...

Chinese player Han Yue wins gold medal in women's badminton singles

In the women's badminton singles final at the Chengdu FISU Games, Chinese player Han Yue defeated South Korean player Kim Ga-ram to win the gold medal. Photos: Cui Meng/GT

China defeats Italy to win the gold medal in the women's water polo final

The women's water polo final of the Chengdu FISU Games was held at the Chengdu Modern Pentathlon Center's swimming and fencing venue. The Chinese team competed against the previous Universiade ...

Fostering closer ties

Diplomats and students from ASEAN countries and China attended the ASEAN-China Youth Forum in Fuzhou, South China's Fujian Province on Monday. During the forum, student representatives from both China and ...

Exquisite Ming Dynasty porcelain: Journey through four seasons at Prince Gong's Mansion in Beijing

The exhibition of Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) porcelain, unearthed from the imperial kiln site in Jingdezhen, opened at Prince Gong's Mansion in Beijing. The exhibition takes the four seasons of Prince ...

China defeats Japan to win women's volleyball title at the Chengdu Universiade

Team China edged past Japan 29-27, 29-27, 25-22 to win the women's volleyball gold medal at the Chengdu Universiade on Sunday. The Japanese team and the Polish team claimed the ...

Team China wins gold medal in men's 4X100 relay race at the athletics event

In the men's 4x100m relay final of the Chengdu FISU Games athletics event, the Chinese team composed of athletes Chen Jiapeng, Yan Haibin, Chen Guanfeng, and Deng Zhijian ultimately won ...

Chinese team in women's 4x400m relay race at the athletics event

In the final of the Women's 4x400m relay at the Chengdu FISU Games athletics event, the Polish team dominated the race, finishing with a time of 3 minutes 32.81 seconds, ...

Chinese team wins gold medal in women's 4X100 relay race at the athletics event

In the final of the women's 4X100 relay race at the Chengdu FISU Games, the Chinese team, composed of Liang Xiaojing, Ge Manqi, Cai Yanting, and Li Yuting, won the ...

China wins 9 gold medals in gymnastics at Chengdu Universiade

All gymnastic events of the Chengdu Universiade ended on August 5th. Zou Jingyuan won the men's parallel bars gold medal, and Ou Yushan won the women's balance beam and women's ...

Team China bags gold in women's basketball at Chengdu Universiade

Team China defeats Team Japan with a score of 99-91 and wins gold in women's basketball at Chengdu FISU World University Games on August 5, 2023. (Photos: Cui Meng/GT)

Athletes participate in the final of artistic gymnastics at Chengdu Universiade

Chengdu Universiade holds the final of artistic gymnastics on August 5, 2023. Chinese athletes Lan Xingyu and Zou Jingyuan win gold and silver medals in men's rings respectively. Chinese athletes ...

International athletes at Chengdu Universiade bask in the joyful encounters with pandas

What surprises await the athletes of the Chengdu FISU Games when they enter the world of pandas? On Saturday, university athletes from various countries, including China's top swimmer Zhang Yufei, ...

Cheung Ka-long wins third gold for Team China's Hong Kong

Cheung Ka-long from Team China's Hong Kong wins gold in the men's individual foil fencing event at the Chengdu FISU World University Games on August 4, 2023. This is the ...

Chinese athletes participate in the finals of track and field at Chengdu Universiade

Chinese athlete Wu Yanni wins silver in the women's 100m hurdles final with her personal best of 12.76 seconds at the Chengdu FISU World University Games on August 4, 2023. ...

China's Shao Yaqi wins gold in women's saber individual at Chengdu Universiade

Chinese athlete Shao Yaqi defeats the South Korean athlete with a score of 15-10, winning the gold medal in women's saber individual at the Chengdu FISU World University Games on ...

Chinese athletes advance to finals of women's 100m hurdles at Chengdu Universiade

Chinese athletes Wu Yanni and Lin Yuwei have advanced to the finals of the women's 100m hurdles at the Chengdu FISU World University Games on August 4, 2023. Wu achieved ...

The Chinese women's basketball team advances to the finals

In the semifinals of the Universiade Women's Basketball, the Chinese team defeated Chinese Taipei with a score of 83-61 to advance to the finals. Han Xu scored 22 points and ...

First 'Road Life Festival' kicks off in Shanghai

The first "Road Life Festival" will be held in Shanghai from August 3 to 13 in an effort to boost consumption with major business activities and immersive cultural experiences.The event ...

Rescue teams rush to help flood-hit Zhuozhou

Members of Chinese volunteer rescue teams are assisting flood-affected residents and delivering supplies in Huangjiajie Village and Mengjiajie Village in Matou town, Zhuozhou city, North China's Hebei Province. Additionally, more ...

Chinese athlete Wu Yanni advances to semifinals in women's 100m hurdles at Chengdu Universiade

On August 3, Chinese athlete Wu Yanni competed in the Chengdu FISU Games athletics women's 100m hurdles Round 1, Group 4. She achieved an impressive first-place ranking in her group, ...

Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Center becomes a popular attraction during Chengdu Universiade

Athletes and coaches from many countries attending the Chengdu Universiade visited the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Center in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan province, on Aug 3. During the 31st Summer ...

Chinese athlete Chen Guanfeng won the bronze medal in the men's 100m in track and field event

In the just-concluded men's 100 meters in track and field event at the Chengdu FISU Games, Chinese athlete Chen Guanfeng won the bronze medal with a time of 10.17 seconds. ...

The sprint battle in track and field event of Chengdu FISU Games kicks off

On August 2,the sprint battle of the Chengdu FISU Games track and field event kicked off. In the women's 100m final, Chinese sprinter Liang Xiaojing finished fifth with a time ...

China wins men's team title in artistic gymnastics at the Chengdu Universiade

China clinched artistic gymnastics men's team title with 262.594 points at the Chengdu Universiade on Wednesday, while Japan took silver and South Korea claimed bronze. Team China was composed of ...

Chinese soldiers transport trapped villagers to temporary shelters

Some villagers in Beijing's mountainous Mentougou district set off from Yanchi Town, descending along the railway to reach a safe area. PLA soldiers came to the rescue of villagers who ...

Emergency repairs underway on Fengsha Line, Southwest Beijing, after mudslide damages tunnel

On August 2nd, the railway line connecting Fengtai District of Beijing and Shacheng Town in Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, was hit by a mudslide in tunnels 3-4 of the Fengsha ...

Immersive cultural experiences at Chengdu Universiade: a journey into Chinese intangible heritage

The Chengdu FISU World University Games have brought athletes from around the world together for an incredible cultural experience. The Universiade Village offers 56 interactive activities daily, allowing delegation members ...

Second batch of over 400 passengers on trapped train K396 are safely evacuated

The second batch of over 400 passengers on train K396, which was trapped in Mengtougou District, West Beijing, for 2 days due to heavy rainfall, has been safely evacuated. As ...

Chinese team's 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei in men's table tennis final

On August 1, in the men's team final of table tennis at the Chengdu Universiade, the Chinese team defeated the Chinese Taipei team with a score of 3-0. After the ...

Chinese women's table tennis team wins the championship in the Chengdu FISU Games

In the women's team final of the table tennis event at the Chengdu Universiade, the Chinese team defeated the Japanese team with a score of 3:2. This is also the ...

The National Natural History Museum of China launches "Museum Night" event in Beijing

The annual "Museum Night" event at the National Natural History Museum of China officially kicked off on August 1 in Beijing. For the entire month, the museum will be open ...

Qin Haiyang advances to the final of the men's 100m breaststroke at the Chengdu FISU Games

In the semifinals of the men's 100m breaststroke at the Chengdu FISU Games, Chinese swimmer Qin Haiyang, who just finished his journey at the World Championships, competed. Qin Haiyang led ...

China's women's 4x100m freestyle relay team secures first gold for Chinese swimming team

China's women's university 4x100m freestyle relay team, consisting of Li Bingjie,Liu Yaxin,Luo Youyang, and Zhang Yufei, clocked 3:37.51 in the final at the Chengdu FISU World University Games on ...

Water level along the Yongding River has risen during rainstorms in Beijing; some areas of the Winter Olympic Park have been flooded

Due to the heavy rain over consecutive days in Beijing, the water level along the Yongding River under Shougang Bridge has risen, causing some areas of the Winter Olympic Park ...

Villagers begin dredging work following heavy rain in Beijing's Mentougou

As Beijing is struck by the heaviest rain in decades for consecutive days, the Tanzhesi township in Beijing's mountainous Mentougou district has been severely affected. With the assistance of rescue ...

Heavy rain continued in Beijing

On July 31, heavy rain continued in Beijing. Due to the impact of the disaster, some communities in Mentougou experienced water shortages. The emergency vehicles of the water company arrived ...

China loses to Chinese Taipei in men's basketball tournament group stage

On July 31, 2023, in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, in the group stage of the Chengdu FISU Games men's basketball tournament, China was defeated by Chinese Taipei team with a score ...

A glance of Chengdu FISU World University Games Museum

The Chengdu FISU World University Games Museum is located in the Dong'an Lake Sports Park in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. It officially opened on July 24, 2023, and is the first ...

China's team narrowly defeated South Korea's team to win the gold medal in the women's recurve archery team event at the Chengdu FISU Games

On July 30, in the final match, the Chinese team, composed of Zhou Danyan, Wang Limin, and Li Xinxin, won the additional round by one point to secure the victory ...

Chinese athlete Li Huilin in the Artistic Gymnastics Individual All-Around event

On July 30, 2023, in Chengdu, Sichuan, the 31st Chengdu FISU Games, Chinese athlete Li Huilin competed in the Artistic Gymnastics Individual All-Around (Ribbon and Clubs) event. In the end, ...

The Chinese rhythmic gymnastics team won its first gold medal in the Chengdu FISU Games

On July 30, 2023, in Chengdu, Sichuan, the 31st Chengdu FISU Games Artistic Gymnastics event was held at the Chengdu Sports University Artistic Gymnastics Center. In the team all-around final ...

Chinese archery team wins its first gold at Chengdu Universiade

On July 30th, after a fierce competition, the Chinese athletes defeated the French team in the men's compound archery team final at the Chengdu FISU World University Games and won ...

Beijing issues red alert for heavy rain

On July 29, Beijing issued a red early warning signal for heavy rain, prompting the municipal flood control headquarters to launch the city's flood control red alert (Level 1) early ...

A licensed merchandise superstore of Chengdu Universiade opened in Chengdu

A licensed merchandise superstore of Chengdu FISU World University Games was opened at the main stadium of Dong'an Lake Sports Park in Chengdu, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Friday. Customers ...

Chinese Wushu athlete Song Cuifang wins gold medal at Chengdu Universiade

Chinese Wushu athlete, Song Cuifang, won the gold medal in Women's Nandao with 9.666 points at the 31st FISU World University Games on July 29, 2023, marking the second gold ...

China's Cao Maoyuan won first gold at Chengdu Universiade

On July 29, Cao Maoyuan won the gold medal with 9.770 points in the Men's Nanquan of Wushu at the 31st FISU World University Games. This is the first gold ...

ChinaJoy 2023 kicks off in Shanghai, gathering global digital entertainment exhibitors

The 20th China Digital Entertainment Expo and Conference, commonly known as ChinaJoy 2023, is held at Shanghai New International Expo Center between July 28 and 31. This ACG carnival attracts ...

Opening ceremony of 31st FISU Summer World University Games held in Chengdu

The opening ceremony of the 31st summer edition of the FISU World University Games was held at the Dong'an Lake Sports Park Stadium in Chengdu, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, on ...

Zhang Chongxiu's photography exhibition on the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea opens in Beijing

Recently, Zhang Chongxiu's photography exhibition on the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53) opened at the Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution in Beijing, showcasing more ...

Chengdu FISU World University Games to kick off at Dong'an Lake Sports Park Stadium

The opening ceremony of the 31st FISU World University Games will take place at 8 pm on July 28, 2023, at the Dong'an Lake Sports Park Stadium in Chengdu, Southwest ...

New Sanxingdui Museum building starts trial operation

The new building of the Sanxingdui Museum in southwest China's Sichuan Province started trial operation on July 27, 2023. The new facility has a total construction area of 54,400 square ...

Chinese military enthusiasts crowd 2023 Changchun Airshow

On July 27th, the 2023 Changchun Airshow entered its second day: Chinese military enthusiasts crowd the ground gallery and defense exhibition hall held in Northeast China's Jilin Province ...

First competition of 31st FISU World University Games kicks off on Thursday

The archery competition of the 31st FISU World University Games was held at the Equestrian Stadium of the Chengdu Modern Pentathlon Center on July 27, prior to the opening ceremony ...

Fighter jets perform aerial display at 2023 Changchun Airshow

The 2023 Changchun Air Show entered its second day on July 27, 2023, in Changchun, Northeast China's Jilin Province. Various types of Chinese-made fighter jets performed thrilling aerial displays, captivating ...

China Air Force Showcases Hostage Rescue Operations at an Open-Day Event in Changchun

On July 26, 2023, the People's Liberation Army Air Force open-day event, opened in Changchun, Jilin Province, Northeast China. The event featured a demonstration of hostage rescue operations by the ...

Chinese PLA Air Force Aerobatic Team performs after switching to J-10C jets at 2023 Changchun Airshow

The 2023 Changchun Air Show kicked off on July 26 in Changchun, Northeast China's Jilin Province. The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force's August 1st (Bayi) Aerobatics Team made ...

Powered paragliding performances before opening ceremony of the 2023 Changchun Airshow

Two batches of powered paragliding performed on July 26, 2023, before the opening ceremony of the Changchun Airshow in Northeast China's Jilin Province. Photos: Li Hao/GT

China's high-profile YU-20 tanker aircraft, J-20 and J-16 aircraft shown at 2023 Changchun Airshow

Conference on rare disease held in Beijing

The 5th Rare Disease Exchange Conference takes place in Beijing on the evening of July 22, 2023. Stories centered around the theme of "us" are presented in the way of ...

China's first women's street football competition held in Beijing

The opening of Women's World Cup has ignited Chinese people's passion for football. A 3v3 indoor women's football competition is held in Beijing on July 22, 2023, attracting citizens to ...

Magazine-themed store launched in Shanghai

China's first magazine-themed store was launched at Heping Park in downtown Shanghai in July. Spanning two floors and covering 1,500 square meters, the store showcases hundreds of magazines across 30 ...

Senior citizens enjoy outdoor activities in blistering temperatures in Shanghai

Senior citizens enjoy activities in Heping Park in downtown Shanghai on July 19, 2023. Shanghai's registered population is 15.052 million as of December 31, 2022, with the elderly population aged ...

Solomon Islands athletes and coaches prepare for the 2023 Pacific Games in China

A group of 80 athletes and coaches from the Solomon Islands arrived in China in early July to begin a 90-day training at the Hongge Training Base and Miyi National ...

Citizens in Beijing play water to cool down amidst continuous high temperatures

Beijing continues to experience high temperatures, prompting many residents to seek relief from the heat by visiting waterfront areas, swimming pools, water parks, and outdoor fountains. As of July 18, ...

International Children's Creative Art Exhibition to kick off in Shanghai, showcasing artworks of children from 20+ countries

International Children's Creative Art Exhibition to kick off in Shanghai, showcasing artworks of children from 20+ countries

Athletes and coaches from the Solomon Islands visit Pan Zhi Hua the Third-tier City Construct of China Museum

On July 16, 2023, 80 athletes and coaches from the Solomon Islands, who received training in China, visited the Pan Zhi Hua Third-tier City Construct of China Museum located in ...

Anji County in East China Turns Abandoned Factories and Waste Grounds into Idyllic Cafés

The café industry is booming in Anji, a county in East China's Zhejiang Province, known for its green economy development. With over 300 cafés, Anji has become one of the ...

Comics Expo gains attention

Young visitors watch performances, play games and take photos at the China International Comics and Games Expo 2023 in Shanghai on Thursday. China's animation and game industry has been growing ...

Youth from 11 countries experience Chinese traditional culture, explore museum in Shanghai

A group of nearly 70 campers from 11 countries, including Australia, Bolivia, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Nepal, New Zealand, the US, and China, had the opportunity to immerse themselves in Chinese ...

People celebrate opening of Solomon Islands Embassy in China

An opening ceremony for the Solomon Islands Embassy in China was hosted in Beijing on July 11, 2023, featuring traditional dances of the island country performed by young Solomon Islands ...

Beijing Enters the Dog Days of Summer, Residents Start Receiving "Sanfu Medicinal Patches"

On July 11, 2023, the dog days of summer began, and major traditional Chinese medicine hospitals, comprehensive hospitals, and community health service centers in Beijing officially started offering "Sanfu medicinal ...

Patrol ship, icebreaker open to public in Shanghai to celebrate China Maritime Day

To celebrate the 19th China Maritime Day on Tue, several salvaging and scientific expedition vessels were open to the public for free at the International Cruise Terminal in Shanghai.

China's national short track team prepares for new season

China's national short track speed skating team commenced training in Beijing on July 11 in preparation for the upcoming season. Currently, there are a total of 27 athletes participating in ...

New BRI-themed exhibition in Shanghai highlights integration of Yangtze River and world maritime civilizations

A new exhibition, "Common Rise of River and Sea: The Yangtze River and Maritime Civilization Exhibition of Fine Archaeological Relics," kicked off at the China Maritime Museum in the Shanghai ...

The First High-Level Conference of the Forum on Global Action for Shared Development held in Beijing

The First High-Level Conference of the Forum on Global Action for Shared Development was held in Beijing from Sunday to Monday.

Much-anticipated 'Letter Bro' referees pupil basketball match in Beijing

Greek basketball star Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks acted as a referee in a pupil basketball match on Sunday in Beijing during his five-day China Tour started on ...

Renowned Russian artist holds a public class at China's National Art Museum

Renowned Russian artist Valery Lednev, held a public class at the National Art Museum of China on Sunday as the latest one of the museum's master class series.

Online influencers visit the History Museum of China Aviation Industry

Online influencers visit the History Museum of China Aviation Industry on July 7, 2023, coinciding with the 86th anniversary of the outbreak of the War of the Chinese People's Resistance ...

17th Shanghai international youth friendship camp kicks off in China

Peace, friendship and future! Nearly 70 campers from 11 countries including Australia, Bolivia, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Nepal, New Zealand, the US and China, started a 10-day journey in the 17th ...

Exhibition in Beijing marks anniversary of War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression

A special exhibition is held at the Museum of the War of the Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression in Beijing to commemorate the 86th anniversary of the beginning of ...

Exhibition demonstrating time-honored rubbing technique kicks off in Shanghai

Exhibition Advancing with the Times: The Technique of Rubbing, scheduled to open to the public on Friday at Shanghai Museum, will show visitors China's time-honored rubbing techniques with 37 pieces ...

Beijing Zoo implements cooling measures for giant pandas to beat summer heat

Beijing Zoo has taken measures to keep giant pandas cool during the scorching summer heat. Giant pandas are typical heat-sensitive animals, and they start to feel uncomfortable when the temperature ...

Over 20 types of robotics unveiled at 2023 WAIC

Over 20 robotics were unveiled at the 2023 WAIC, which kicked off in Shanghai on Thursday, including many products being exhibited for the first time. Tesla showcased its humanoid robot, ...

Campers explore national history, culture at 20th Youth Summer Camp organized by All-China Federation of Taiwan Compatriots

The 20th Youth Summer Camp organized by the All-China Federation of Taiwan Compatriots has opened in Beijing. On July 5, nearly 200 college students from more than 40 universities in ...

20th Youth Summer Camp organized by All-China Federation of Taiwan Compatriots successfully held in Beijing on Tuesday

The opening ceremony of the 20th Youth Summer Camp organized by the All-China Federation of Taiwan Compatriots was successfully held at Minzu University of China in Beijing on July 4, ...

PNG Ping-Pong athletes get trained in Shanghai under cooperative project

Eight Ping-Pong players from the national team of Papua New Guinea (PNG) are receiving training at the China Table Tennis College of Shanghai University of Sport. The one-month training camp ...

Visitors flock to site of CPC's first National Congress in Shanghai to celebrate 102nd anniversary

Visitors flock to the memorial site of the first National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Shanghai on July 1, 2023 to celebrate the 102nd anniversary of ...

Young Turkish students visit National Art Museum of China for cultural exchanges

A delegation of 33 members from the China and Turkey Stars of Hope visited the National Art Museum of China on Friday. The Turkish youngsters had the chance to explore ...

National square dance competition held in Beijing

A national square dance competition starts in Beijing on June 29, 2023. Teams from seven different cities perform at the opening ceremony. Beijing hosts the dancing competition annually, attracting tens ...

Lotus flowers in full bloom at Beijing's Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park

The 28th Lotus Festival of the Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park opens on June 29 and will last until August 21. Renowned as a royal garden of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), Yuanmingyuan, ...

World's largest 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine successfully installed in East China Sea

The world's largest 16-megawatt offshore wind turbine was successfully installed off the coast of East China's Fujian Province on Wednesday and is about to be put into commercial operation ...

GT's overseas media platform listed in 3rd China Newspaper Industry Deep Integration and Development Innovative Cases

The Global Times' overseas media platform was selected as an innovative integration and development case in the 3rd China Newspaper Industry Deep Integration and Development Innovation Case Exhibition held in ...

12th China International Defence Electronics Exhibition opens in Beijing

The 12th China International Defence Electronics Exhibition (CIDEX) opened on June 26, 2023, at the China National Convention Center in Beijing. CIDEX, approved and supported by the equipment development department ...

Parents greet students after 2023 senior high school entrance examinations in Beijing

On the afternoon of June 26, 2023, the written exams for all subjects of the 2023 senior high school entrance examinations in Beijing came to an end. At the Beijing ...

2023 Xishan Yongding River Cultural Festival kicks off in Beijing

The opening ceremony of the 2023 Xishan Yongding River Cultural Festival was held on June 25, 2023, at the No. 3 blast furnace area at the Shougang Park in the ...

Beijing Han Meilin Art Museum celebrates 15th anniversary

The launch ceremony for the Beijing Han Meilin Art Museum's 15th anniversary was held in Beijing on June 25, 2023. Han Meilin is a renowned art master both domestically and ...

Beijing residents cope with high temperatures

Residents in Beijing take various protective measures to cope with scorching heat. On June 23, 2023, the Beijing Municipal Meteorological Observatory issued a red alert for high temperatures in the ...

Senior high school entrance examinations kick off amid high temperatures in Beijing

With 224,000 students sitting in the exam, the senior high school entrance examinations kicked off in Beijing on Saturday amid scorching temperatures of up to 40 C. A Global Times ...

Campaign held in Shanghai to raise awareness of the visually impaired and guide dogs

A campaign called "Experiencing light and darkness" was held in Shanghai to help people better understand the life of the visually impaired and their guide dogs. With the help of ...

A journey to know the real Xinjiang

The first group of tourists from Osaka, Japan, since China relaxed travel restrictions earlier this year, arrived in Urumqi of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on Monday night. They ...

Beijing Stone Carving Art Museum holds a Dragon Boat Festival carnival

A Dragon Boat Festival carnival kicked off at the Beijing Stone Carving Art Museum on June 22. Several inheritors of Beijing's intangible cultural heritage were invited to perform local arts, ...

Exhibition on human history in China opens in Beijing

The exhibition "Oriental Homeland: Million-Year Journey through Human History in China" opens at the National Museum of China in Beijing on June 21, 2023. More than 220 exhibits are on ...

Museum of Art Pudong launches 'The Greats of Six Centuries' exhibition

The Museum of Art Pudong in Shanghai will showcase 70 paintings from the Spanish art museum Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, encompassing different genres such as portrait, landscape and still life, from ...

Exhibition showcasing history and culture of Anxi opens to the public in Beijing

An exhibition showcasing the history and culture of Anxi opens to the public in Beijing on June 20, 2023. The exhibition will last for three months, featuring over 160 exhibits, ...

Lianyungang Port: The eastern bridgehead of the New Eurasian Land Bridge

Lianyungang port is the eastern terminal of the 10,900-km-long New Eurasian Land Bridge, an international passageway linking the Pacific and the Atlantic. Located in East China's Jiangsu Province, the port ...

A view of the SCO (Lianyungang) Logistics Park

The SCO (Lianyungang) Logistics Park is located in Lianyungang, East China's Jiangsu Province. The park covers an area of 69.79 square kilometers and is home to over 1,600 enterprises. It ...

Exhibition in Shanghai highlights prehistoric civilization of East China

A new exhibition began at Shanghai Museum on Tuesday, called "The Proof of Early China: The Civilizations of Songze and Liangzhu." The exhibition gathers 358 unearthed relics from 19 museums ...

Exhibition in Shanghai reimagines the world of surrealist artist Dali with AI techs

An immersive art installation titled "Surreality: AI Dali X Discovering Dreamland Dali" kicked off at the Shanghai Himalayas Museum on Sunday. Using cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology, the exhibition reimagines the ...

52 teams compete in thrilling dragon boat races in Shanghai

The 2023 China Dragon Boat Open Tournament (Shanghai Putuo stand) and the 19th Shanghai Suzhou Creek Dragon Boat International Tournament was held on June 17-18 at the Environmental Theme Park ...

Shanghai International Film Festival concludes

GT on the spot: Watch the movie stars, directors, and judges walk the red carpet as the Shanghai International Film Festival comes to an end on June 17. Hu Ge ...

La Vuelta launches new cyclotourist challenge in Beijing

The first Desafío China by La Vuelta began on June 17, 2023, in Beijing's Changping district, marking La Vuelta's expansion in China, one of the world's three major cycling competitions. ...

Museum hosts open day as director tours visitors

The National Art Museum of China (NAMOC) held its open day on Saturday, with director Wu Weishan leading audiences on a tour to visit its new exhibition in celebration of ...

Tourism Expo held in Beijing

The 2023 Beijing International Tourism Expo (BITE2023) is held from June 16 to 18 at the National Agricultural Exhibition Center in Beijing. As the first international tourism exhibition held in ...

The Drum Tower and the Bell Tower in Beijing reopen to public

Despite the high temperature, tourists visited the Drum Tower and the Bell Tower in Beijing which were reopen to public on Thursday after almost 7 months' closure. The Drum Tower ...

21st Beijing International Book Festival and 29th Beijing International Book Fair kick off

The 21st Beijing International Book Festival and the 29th Beijing International Book Fair will be held from June 15 to 18, 2023 at the National Convention Center. The event will ...

Beijing's Gate of Heavenly Peace is reopening for visitors

Beijing's Gate of Heavenly Peace at the Tiananmen Square reopened for visitors on June 13, 2023, with synchronized resumption of appointment bookings. Visitors are required to make a real-name reservation ...

Old Summer Palace offers free entry to mark 2023 Cultural and Natural Heritage Day

Old Summer Palace, or "Yuanmingyuan" in Chinese, opened to the public free of charge on June 10, Cultural and Natural Heritage Day. Many tourists went to visit and the tickets ...

Kunqu opera staged in Beijing to mark Cultural and Natural Heritage Day

Kunqu Opera is presented at Prince Gong's Mansion in Beijing on June 10, which also marks the Cultural and Natural Heritage Day of 2023 and the 20th anniversary of the ...

Beijing parents wait for test takers as 2023 gaokao concludes

The final exam of the Gaokao or the national college entrance examinations concludes on Saturday afternoon. Parents of the attendees hold flowers and wait outside an exam hall in Beijing ...

Beijing's White Dagoba celebrates China's 7th Cultural and Natural Heritage Day,launching cultural week

To celebrate China's 7th Cultural and Natural Heritage Day on June 10, a series of activities under the “2023 Beijing White Dagoba Culture Week” were launched at the White Dagoba ...

Shanghai International Film Festival kicks off

The 25th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) kicks off on June 9. Running through June 18, the film festival is expected to further promote the exchange between Chinese and foreign ...

Chinese, foreign designers gather to celebrate 10th anniversary of 'Design Shanghai'

"Design Shanghai" returned to the city from June 8 to 11 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the design event, ...

'Masterpieces from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples' exhibition opens at China Millennium Monument

The China Millennium Monument is presenting a highly anticipated exhibition titled "Masterpieces from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples." As one of the most significant archaeological museums globally, the National ...

Honduran reporters kick off trip to China

A group of 21 reporters from 15 media outlets from Honduras on Thursday kicked off their trip to China ahead of President of the Republic of Honduras Iris Xiomara Castro ...

Exhibition showcases artwork from 26 countries

Guests from various countries attended the opening ceremony of the 13th International Exhibition of Traditional Fine Arts in Shanghai on June 8, 2023. The art exhibition titled "All Rivers Flowing ...

China's National College Entrance Examination begins with record number of applicants in 2023

On June 7, 2023, the National College Entrance Examination, also known as the gaokao, officially began in China with a record-breaking number of 12.91 million students taking part. In Beijing ...

2023 gaokao kicks off with a record-high 12.91 million candidates in China

This year's gaokao, or China's national college entrance examination, kicked off on Wednesday. According to statistics from Chinese Ministry of Education, a record high of 12.91 million candidates registered to ...

Heatwave sweeps across Beijing

Beijing has become scorching as the temperature surpassed 35 degrees today, even exceeding 38 degrees in some areas. Citizens on the streets are equipped with sunglasses, umbrellas and small fans ...

National Natural History Museum of China opens in Beijing

The National Natural History Museum of China, which officially opened to the public in Beijing on June 5, 2023, held its first open day on June 6, attracting numerous visitors. ...

Digital exhibition of ancient rhino-shaped bronze wine vessel on display at National Museum of China

After nearly a year of preparation, an exhibition featuring a rhino-shaped bronze wine vessel through digital means is opened to the public at the National Museum of China. The Western ...

Music festival featuring classical music held in Shanghai

The Chenshan Grassland Radio Music Festival has returned to Shanghai after a two-year hiatus. This two-day music festival features the renowned Hungarian conductor Adam Fischer and violinist Julian Rachlin, with ...

Exhibition showcasing cultural relics of ancient Roman civilization to open in Beijing

The "Light of Ancient Roman Civilization" exhibition is set to open in Beijing, featuring treasures from Italy's National Archaeological Museum of Naples. This exhibition highlights the cultural exchange between Eastern ...

Shanghai tourist destinations celebrate Children's Day

Scenic spots and pavilions in Shanghai have launched a series of activities to celebrate the 73rd International Children's Day to have grownups and children revive the fun and happiness of ...

Various sports games held in China National Children's Center to celebrate Children's Day

Various sports games such as fancy skating, fancy rope jumping, traditional martial arts, ball games and folk games were held in China National Children's Center in Beijing on May 31 ...

Exhibition featuring The Met's Oceanic art collection to kick off in Shanghai

The Shape of Time: Art and Ancestors of Oceania from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, an exhibition co-organized by The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) and the Museum of ...

CBA stars, special needs children gather on the court to celebrate Intl Children's Day

China Basketball Association and Special Olympics held Wednesday a basketball-themed event, during which Chinese star hoopers such as Hall of Famer Wang Zhizhi, national team players Xu Jie and Zhai ...

Sci-fi exhibition kicks off in Beijing

The China Science Fiction Convention (CSFC) 2023 is being held in Beijing from May 29 to June 4. As an important part of it, a science fiction exhibition is taking ...

China Sci-Fi Convention showcases new technologies, products

China Science Fiction Convention (CSFC) 2023 will be holding an exhibition of new technologies and products from May 29 to June 4 at the Shougang Park in Beijing's Shijingshan District. ...

'Science and technology backyards' program illuminates the struggling villages of Beijing's suburbs

Xihuaizhuang village in Yongledian township, Beijing's Tongzhou district is 10 kilometers away from the capital's beltway highway. For generations the villagers have grown radish, facing a series of challenges, such ...

Play combining cultural relics and performance staged at National Museum of China

The first domestic play combining cultural relics and performance is staged at the theater of the National Museum of China in Beijing on Saturday. The play features the ceramic figure ...

Commemorative activities held to celebrate the 74th anniversary of the liberation of Shanghai

A series of commemorative activities reviewing the battle to liberate Shanghai 74 years ago were held at Longhua Revolutionary Martyrs' Cemetery on May 27, 2023 to celebrate the 74th anniversary ...

Hard-tech carnival held in Beijing at 2023 Exhibition of ZGC Forum

A hard-tech carnival, one of the supporting events for the 2023 Exhibition of Zhongguancun Forum, was held in Beijing on May 26, 2023. The carnival featured a global launch night ...

Buddhist Association of China celebrates Buddha's Birthday at Guangji Temple

The Buddhist Association of China held a celebration for Buddha's Birthday at Guangji Temple in Beijing on May 26, 2023. Representatives from the Han, Tibetan, and Southern Buddhist communities across ...

Cutting-edge tech products showcased at 2023 Exhibition of ZGC Forum

2023 Exhibition of ZGC Forum kicks off on Friday with an area covering 27,000 square meters. The exhibition, which will be held from May 26-30, has attracted over 650 exhibitors. ...

2023 ZGC Forum to kick off with six exhibition areas showcasing latest tech advances

The 2023 ZGC Forum is set to open Thursday, with the exhibition covering an area of 27,000 square meters.

Listen to history: Sound Art Museum opens in Beijing

For every visitor who has been to Beijing, do you still remember the vibrant symphony of sounds resonating through its bustling city center? From the melodious whistling of local pigeon ...

InPics: Red carpet ceremony of the 18th and 19th China Huabiao Film Awards

The red carpet ceremony of the 18th and 19th China Huabiao #Film Awards kicked off at National Indoor Stadium in #Beijing on Tue. Over 50 films and their creators were ...

Volunteers in Shanghai make efforts in further implementing garbage differentiation

Volunteers in a residential community of central Shanghai's Hongkou district discussed and practiced better ways of garbage differentiation on May 23, 2023. Garbage sorting is being carried out in 297 ...

China's 2023 National Science and Technology Week: Showcasing innovation across 10 fields

China's 2023 National Science and Technology Week kicked off on May 20, 2023 and will run for 12 days, making it the longest event of its kind in history. With ...

Exhibitions mark 60th anniversary of National Art Museum of China

The National Art Museum of China (NAMOC) kicks off a series of exhibitions to mark the museum's 60th anniversary on May 23, 2023. The Beauty in the New Era includes ...

Children's congenital heart disease screening aid medical team brings warmth to Xinjiang region

To help more children with congenital heart disease receive treatment and help support rural revitalization, from May 9 to 21, the Chinese Red Cross Foundation launched the "Angel Journey - ...

GT reporters visit Fukushima as Japan prepares for nuclear-contaminated wastewater dumping

Despite strong opposition at home and abroad, the Japanese government and the Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) are set to go ahead with the plan to dump the nuclear-contaminated wastewater ...

Soccer integrated into life of people in Xinjiang

Soccer has become an inseparable part of the lives of many people in Xinjiang. In the winding alleys of Kashi's old town, one can always spot children playing soccer, whether ...

Xiongan New Area under wide-ranging construction

In April 2017, China announced the plan to set up the Xiong'an New Area, which is a national project of millennial significance. Currently, it has entered a phase of large-scale ...

Visitors flood Shanghai Museum on International Museum Day

Shanghai Museum was flooded by visitors on Thursday, International Museum Day. To mark this special day, the museum welcomed local citizens with a series of interactive activities, including allowing them ...

The National Museum of China celebrates International Museum Day with a special event at the Cultural and Creative Experience Zone

International Museum Day is celebrated every year on May 18, and this year's theme is "Museums, Sustainability and Wellbeing.". This theme emphasizes the positive role of museums in meeting ...

Xinjiang's thriving soccer training sessions become playground for youth

Nowadays, playing soccer, joining a professional team and playing more games has become the goal of countless children in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. In recent years, the relevant ...

Indonesia launches tourism campaign in Shanghai, anticipates surge in Chinese tourists post-COVID

The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia held the Wonderful Indonesia Sales Mission in China on Tuesday in Shanghai, to promote the country's abundant tourism ...

Night markets in Xinjiang's Kashi embrace hustle and bustle

With the optimization of COVID-19 management, the night markets in Kashi Prefecture, one of the important tourist destinations in NW China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, embrace the hustle ...

Local dance party unfolds at Xinjiang's food bazaar

The love for music and dance runs deep within the Uygur people in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. When the evening descends upon Shache county in Kashi Prefecture, a ...

Lively market day in Xinjiang

Shache county in Kashi Prefecture, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region was once again bustling with activity on Sunday. On this day, Uygur men in doppa and women in brightly ...

11th China International Exhibition on Police Equipment kicks off in Beijing

The 11th China International Exhibition on Police Equipment opened at Beijing's Shougang Exhibition & Convention Center on Thursday. The exhibition will last for four days, participated by 619 domestic companies ...

2023 China Brand Day kicks off in Shanghai

The 2023 China Brand Day kicked off on May 10 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, and will last through May 14. The event features over 1,000 ...

A sleepless night for art lovers: Shanghai Museum holds a 24-hour carnival showcasing masterpieces

Shanghai Museum held a day-long carnival for the city's art lovers on Sunday, opening to the public for 24 hours for the first time. The event was held mainly to ...

'Enchanting Cuba' week launched in Shanghai promoting Cuban services, products

The “Enchanting Cuba” promotion week kicked off on May 5, 2023, in Shanghai, highlighting Cuba's tourism and biomedical services among other high-quality products. Officials from the Foreign Affairs Office of ...

People visit themed exhibition at the "Red Building" of Peking University in Beijing on China's Youth Day

On May 4, 2023, China's Youth Day, many citizens and tourists visit the themed exhibition at the "Red Building" of Peking University in Beijing. The "Red Building," once the main ...

Largest animation fan-cultural exhibitions kicks off in Shanghai

COMICUP29, one of the largest animation fan-cultural exhibitions in China kicks off at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in (NECC) Shanghai on May 2. During the exhibition, visitors can ...

Strawberry Music Festival kicks off in Shanghai

The 2023 Strawberry Music Festival kicks off in Qingpu district, Shanghai on April 30. The music festival will last through May 3. This year there will be two different stages ...

Degree awarding ceremony held in Tsinghua University to celebrate its 112th anniversary

Tsinghua University celebrated its 112th anniversary on April 29 by holding a degree awarding ceremony for its 2020-2022 classes returned to the campus. The ceremonies for these three years' graduates ...

Welcome home! Crowds flood to Shanghai Zoo before the arrival of Ya Ya

The panda house at Shanghai Zoo welcomed crowds of visitors on the afternoon of April 27 before the arrival of giant panda Ya Ya to Shanghai from the US. ...

National Museum of China conducts comprehensive safety drill

The National Museum of China conducts a comprehensive safety drill on Thursday, involving museum staff, firefighters, and police officers. The exercise includes simulated scenarios such as vigilance and evacuation, on-site ...

Beijing students showcase first-aid skills in knowledge competition

168 students from grades 6 to 8 in Beijing showcase their first-aid skills in a competition aimed at promoting knowledge of first-aid on Thursday. The event consists of quizzes and ...

Railways, airlines busy as May Day holidays travel rush approaches

A large number of passengers flocked into Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Shanghai railway station on April 27 as May Day holidays travel rush approaches.

Botticelli exhibition opens in Shanghai

Botticelli and the Renaissance, a show about Italian Renaissance painter Sandro Botticelli, will unveil in Shanghai on Friday. The exhibition, which will run from April 28 to August 27 at ...

Exhibition of self-portraits from Uffizi Galleries collections

The National Museum of China and the Uffizi Galleries of Italy jointly launched an exhibition on self-portrait masterpieces from the Uffizi Galleries collections on April 26, 2023. The exhibition will ...

Beijing Capital International Airport said on Wednesday that it expects 831,900 passenger trips during the coming May Day holidays

Beijing Capital International Airport said on Wednesday that it expects 831,900 passenger trips during the coming May Day holidays. The daily passenger flow is expected to peak between April 29 ...

Hub of water and land transportation at the southern tip of Chinese mainland

Xuwen Port sits at the southernmost tip of the Chinese mainland and across the Qiongzhou Strait, a crucial transport channel between the mainland and Hainan, with the vast South China ...

A closer look at Shanghai's 141-year-old culture landmark Zhang Yuan

Shanghai's 140-year-old Zhang Yuan (or Zhang Garden) has reopened after 4 years of protective restoration. Located in downtown Shanghai's Jing'an district, Zhang Yuan is one of the city's largest, best-preserved ...

China Space Conference held in Hefei to mark 8th Space Day of China

China Space Conference opening ceremony is held on Monday morning in Hefei, capital of East China's Anhui Province. The event is one of the major activities for the Space Day ...

Shanghai celebrates World Book and Copyright Day

Shanghai celebrates World Book and Copyright Day which falls on April 23, holding a number of book sharing events and exhibitions. Shanghai Cervantes Library held a series of activities on ...

Breeding base for whiteleg shrimp in China

The mariculture base on Donghai Island in Zhanjiang, South China's Guangdong Province is a "National 863 Project" focused on breeding whiteleg shrimp and a wide array of fishes and marine ...

Traditional gouache peony paintings in Shandong turn farmers into artists

Artists paint traditional claborate-style peony paintings in their studios in Juye county, East China's Shandong Province on April 20, 2023. Many of these artists come from a farming background. In ...

Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr in Beijing

Muslims celebrated Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, on Saturday in Beijing. Chinese and foreign Muslims attended a grand prayer at the Niujie ...

When William Shakespeare meets with Tang Xianzu

The Appreciation Exhibition Centered on Masterpieces of William Shakespeare and Tang Xianzu will be held in Fengxian District Library in suburban Shanghai from April 23 to June 23. Visitors to ...

Peony industry drives rural revitalization in Heze, Shandong

From peony bud tea to peony seed oil, tourism, and livestreaming… In Heze, East China's Shandong Province, more and more people are engaged in industries related to peonies. As a ...

A view of Guangzhou Port

The Port of Guangzhou in South China's Guangdong Province is the world's fifth largest port. The port, which has been actively engaged in the Belt and Road Initiative, is expected ...

Blooming Peonies attract tourists in Heze, E China's Shandong

Tourists enjoyed blooming peonies at the peony gardens in Heze, East China's Shandong Province on April 20, 2023. Heze is known as the "City of Peonies" and hosts a Peony ...

The Nansha Automobile Port, South China's busiest port for wheeled cargo

The Nansha Automobile Port, at the mouth of the Pearl River, has become the largest cluster of terminals for ro-ro vessels for wheeled cargo in South China. In the first ...

Fostering future stars

Boasting 10 titles in domestic youth soccer competitions, Zhejiang FC continues its campaign to develop its flagship soccer academy after contributing more than 800 players to Chinese soccer. Located in the ...

Exhibitors and tourists from 2023 Canton Fair visit and shop at Huangsha aquatic product market in Guangzhou

The Huangsha aquatic product trading market in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, covers an area of over 30,000 square meters and has over 250 retailers, which is a must-see for ...

Beijing's Changfeng hospital one day after the deadly fire

Pictures of Beijing's Changfeng hospital were taken on Wednesday, one day after the deadly fire took 21 lives in the listed hospital. The hospital announced trading suspension on Wednesday morning, ...

New-energy vehicles shine at Shanghai auto show

New-energy vehicles played a heavy role at the Shanghai auto show that opened on April 18, accounting for two-thirds of the models exhibited.

GT on the spot: More than 100 new vehicles launched at the Shanghai auto show

More than 100 autos made their global debut at the 20th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition which kicks off at the National Exhibition and Convention Center April 18 in Shanghai.

Shanghai International Half Marathon kicks off with 15,000 runners

Shanghai International Half Marathon kicks off in the Pudong New Area on April 16, 2023. It is this year's first large-scale race in Shanghai after the pandemic with some 15,000 ...

People enjoy leisure time buying books at the Beijing Book Fair

The Beijing Book Fair, held from April 14 to 24 in 2023, is a book fair with history of more than 40 years. This year's fair has simultaneously launched online ...

Chinese Super League kicks off

China's top-tier soccer league Chinese Super League (CSL) kicked off its 2023 season on April 15, 2023 as Beijing Guoan were held to a 1-1 draw by Meizhou Hakka in ...

Hustle and bustle on Anfu Road in downtown Shanghai

Residents and visitors flood to Anfu Road in downtown Shanghai on April 15. The road has become a venue for internet influencers and photographers to gather during weekends to make ...

Beijing hosts 10th World Radio Detection and Ranging Expo

The 2023 10th World Radio Detection and Ranging Expo started in Beijing on Thursday. Having been held every other year since 2001, the event has become a comprehensive platform for ...

Construction of Hainan FTP speeds up

A number of domestic and foreign jewelry companies have set up processing and manufacturing plants in the Haikou Comprehensive Bonded Zone in S China's Hainan Province, taking advantage of relevant ...

Plain sailing for Hainan yacht market

The yacht club for the third China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) was unveiled in Haikou, capital of South China's Hainan Province, on Tuesday. Over 130 brands from 12 countries ...

A view of the national pavilions at the Hainan expo

A number of countries including, France, Italy, Japan, Canada and Afghanistan have set up national pavilions at the ongoing third China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) in Haikou, capital of ...

Premium products on display at Hainan expo

The third China International Consumer Products Expo kicked off in Haikou, the capital of South China's Hainan Province, on Monday. The event features a range of high-end products, such as ...

Fashion week kicks off at Hainan expo

The third China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) commenced its fashion week in Haikou, South China's Hainan Province, on Monday. The runway show featured designs by Grace Chen, showcasing Chinese ...

The Hainan expo opens on Monday, showcasing China's growing consumer power

The third China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), said to be Asia's largest premium consumer product expo, kicks off in Haikou, South China's Hainan Province on Monday. Chinese Vice Premier ...

Chinese basketball legends enshrined in hall of fame

China Basketball Hall of Fame enshrined first group of legends on Sunday in North China's Tianjin Municipality, the city where the sport of basketball first arrived in China over a ...

Wuhan crowned CFA Super Cup champions

Wuhan Three Towns win their maiden Chinese FA Super Cup after defeating Shandong Taishan 2-0. The game attracts a crowd of 26,998 fans at the Huanglong Stadium in Hangzhou, capital ...

Memorial held to pay tribute to organ donors in Beijing

The Red Cross Society of China Beijing Branch held the 17th Life Memorial Service in commemoration of organ donors at the Changqing Life Memorial Park in Beijing on April 8, ...

Tulip festival starts in Beijing

The Tulip Festival in Beijing has started, showcasing an impressive collection of 150 tulip varieties in six exhibition areas, which is the largest ever in the city. The festival runs ...

Parents with children sweeping graves for extinct animals on Tomb-Sweeping Day in Beijing

On April 5, 2023, the Tomb-sweeping Day, many families with children came to sweep the graves for extinct animals in Beijing Nanhaizi Milu Park, which is a traditional event held ...

Memorial activity paying tribute to revolutionary martyrs kicks off in Beijing

Memorial activity paying tribute to revolutionary martyrs began at the Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression in Beijing on April 4, one day ahead of ...

Companies in China's 'shoe capital' Wenzhou catch up on orders for global clients

The “fashion shoes town,” a planned 3.7-square-kilometer area located on Fengmen Street in Wenzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, is a manufacturing hub for many leading global shoe brands. Some factories ...

World Autism Awareness Day charity auction dinner held in Beijing

On World Autism Awareness Day, April 2, 2023, a charity auction dinner was held in Beijing, co-sponsored by China Charities Aid Foundation for Children and Beijing Stars and Rain Education ...

The race is on

China's short track speed skaters compete at the national champions race at the Capital Indoor Stadium in Beijing. Newly naturalized skater Liu Shaoang made headlines on April 2, 2023 by ...

Van Gogh immersive art exhibition kicks off in Shanghai

High-tech immersive light and shadow exhibition "Meet Van Gogh", featuring 149 paintings including Sunflowers and Starry Night from the Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh, kicked off at the Meet You ...

Festival showcasing culture of Ming Dynasty held in Beijing

A festival showcasing the culture of the Ming Dynasty takes place at the Juyongguan Pass scenic area in Beijing from April 1 to 9. Visitors can watch a performance depicting ...

Recovered national second-class protected animal upland buzzard released into the wild near Beijing

An upland buzzard, which is listed as China's national second-class protected animal, was released into the wild near Beijing on March 28, 2023 after it was rescued by the Beijing ...

Lhasa-Nyingchi railway benefits locals, visitors in Xizang

The Fuxing bullet train shuttles between Lhasa and Nyingchi in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region in late March 2023. In the past 20 months, the Lhasa-Nyingchi railway provided southeast Xizang ...

Shanghai Tourism Expo kicks off

The "Tourism Plus Shanghai" Expo, showcasing China's quick recovery in the tourism industry amid optimized COVID response, kicked off on March 28 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

Flag-raising ceremony held to celebrate Serfs' Emancipation Day at Lhasa, Xizang

In a spring snow flurry, a flag-raising ceremony is held to celebrate Serfs' Emancipation Day at the square in front of the Potala Palace in Lhasa, capital city of Southwest ...

Cherry blossoms at Yuyuantan Park in Beijing attract a large number of visitors

Early-blooming cherry blossoms in Yuyuantan Park attract a large number of visitors in Beijing.

'Central Axis' exhibition to begin in Beijing, showcasing essence of Chinese philosophy

Starting on Tuesday, the “Beijing Central Axis” exhibition is going to be held at the Capital Museum. Following the evolution of the concept of “central axis” during the thousands of ...

Tourists head for peach blossoms in Nyingchi, Xizang

Tourists enjoy their visit in the pink sea of peach blossoms in Gala village, Nyingchi prefecture of SW China's Xizang Autonomous Region on March 26, 2023. The annual Nyingchi Peach ...

Primary school children in Xizang learn Tibetan language, culture at school

Students in the No.1 Primary School in Lhasa, Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, take Tibetan language lessons and perform a traditional dance exercise on March 21, 2023. All students in ...

Athletes compete in mixed synchronized 3-m springboard diving event at China Diving National Championships 2023

Zeng Junjie and Yang Ruilin won gold in the mixed synchronized 3-m springboard diving event on March 22. It was part of the China Diving National Championships 2023 & Qualification ...

Kindergarten children in Xizang embrace traditional culture

At the Lhasa Experimental Kindergarten in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, children are fully immersing themselves in traditional local culture by telling stories in Tibetan language, playing traditional board games, ...

Severe sandstorm hits Beijing

The Beijing Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow alert for sandstorms at 5:40 am on March 22, 2023. A sandstorm has swept across the city, with a steep increase in PM10 ...

Wang Zongyuan wins gold in men's 3-m springboard at China Diving National Championships 2023

Athlete Wang Zongyuan took gold in the men's 3-m springboard diving event on March 21. It was part of the China Diving National Championships 2023 & Qualification for the Paris ...

Chen Yuxi wins gold at women's 10-m platform diving final match at China Diving National Championships 2023

Athlete Chen Yuxi wins gold at women's 10-meter platform diving match on March 21 in her hometown Shanghai with stable performance. Quan Hongchan, Tokyo Olympic champion, makes a slight mistake ...

Pandas at Beijing Zoo attract numerous visitors

The panda house at the Beijing Zoo has recently seen numerous visitors, as people share great concerns over the giant panda Ya Ya's upcoming return to China from the US. ...

Shanghai's time-honored music festival brings new talents

The 38th Shanghai Spring International Music Festival has finally taken to Shanghai's stages this week, one year after being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The festival showcases rising stars ...

Athletes compete in mixed synchronized 10-m platform event at China Diving National Championships 2023

Athletes Su Zhiwen and Xu Nan won gold in the mixed synchronized 10-m platform event on March 20 in Shanghai. The event was part of the China Diving National Championships ...

Athletes compete at men's diving synchronized 10-meter platform match, China Diving National Championships 2023

Athletes Lian Junjie and Yang Hao win gold at men's diving synchronized 10-meter platform match on Sunday in Shanghai. The match is a part of the China Diving National Championships ...

Second professional dance show of Yangtze River Delta kicks off in Shanghai

A professional dance show for the Yangtze River Delta region kicks off at the Shanghai International Dance Center on March 19. Initiated by the Shanghai Dancers' Association, the event is ...

Athletes compete at women's synchronized 3m springboard match, China Diving National Championships 2023

Athletes Chen Yiwen and Chang Yani win gold at women's synchronized three-meter springboard match on Sunday in Shanghai. The match is part of the China Diving National Championships 2023 & ...

Athletes compete at men'ssynchronized 3-m springboard match at China Diving National Championships 2023

Athletes He Chao and Yan Siyu won gold at men's synchronized three-meter springboard match on Sunday in Shanghai. The match is part of the China Diving Nationl Championships 2023 & ...

China Diving National Championships 2023 kick off in Shanghai, crowds return after COVID

The China Diving National Championships 2023 & Qualification for Paris Olympic Games 2024, Fukuoka World Aquatics Championships 2023,Hangzhou Asian Games and Chengdu World University Games are being held in Shanghai ...

Spring has arrived in Beijing, bringing a flourishing season of flowers to enjoy

As spring arrives in Beijing, visitors can indulge in the stunning beauty of flowers at various viewing spots across the city. Since mid-March, peach blossoms, apricot blossoms, and early cherry ...

A brand-new Gongti

Located in downtown Beijing, the Workers' Stadium, known by its Chinese abbreviation Gongti, has been labeled as a symbol of the history and progress of Chinese sport. After two years of ...

Largest Gandhara heritage exhibition in China opens in Palace Museum

The exhibition "Gandhara Heritage along the Silk Road: A Pakistan-China Joint Exhibition," co-organized by the Palace Museum and the Department of Archaeology and Museums of National Heritage and Culture Division ...

Villagers' skillful paintings form a unique industry pattern in ancient land

Wanggongzhuang village in Minquan county, C China's Henan Province was named as "China's first village of tiger painting." About 70% local residents joined the tiger painting industry, selling over 40,000 ...

Tree Planting Day in Shanghai

It marks the 45th Tree Planting Day in China on Sunday and a series of activities were held across Shanghai including tree planting at Wusong Pao Tai Wan National Wetland ...

More than a cup of coffee

Three autistic people made their first cups of coffee for their mothers and grandmas at a coffee workshop in Shanghai on Wednesday, International Women's Day. The day also marked their ...

Exhibition features female costumes of Chinese ethnic groups

Ahead of International Women's Day, an exhibition featuring female costumes of Chinese ethnic groups opened at the No.1 exhibition hall of the Museum of Chinese Gardens and Landscape Architecture in ...

Ethnic minority children trained to become tennis stars at Wild Elephant Tennis Club

In October 2022, news of China's "Bamboo basket ethnic boy" Wang Fa winning a national tennis competition went viral, shining a spotlight on the Wild Elephant Tennis Club, the team ...

Flag awarding ceremony for volunteers held in Beijing to carry forward Lei Feng spirit

A flag awarding ceremony for volunteer teams was held in Beijing on Mar 5 to honor Lei Feng, a late soldier renowned in China for his altruistic deeds, who has ...

Volunteer event marks 'Lei Feng Day' in Shanghai

A volunteer event was held at Nanjing Road to honor Lei Feng, a late soldier renowned for his generosity and altruistic deeds on Sunday, March 5 in Shanghai. Groups of volunteers ...

Meet the big cats at the Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park in Jilin

The photos shot in mid-February show that Siberian tigers and other precious wildlife species are under careful protection in the Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park. The park, officially ...

Cultural relics from Changsha Mawangdu ancient tombs exhibited in Shanghai

A total of 138 pieces (sets) of precious cultural relics from Changsha Mawangdui Han Dynasty (206BC–AD220) tombs are being exhibited at Minhang Museum in Shanghai. Many visitors on Friday went ...

Flag raising ceremony at People's Square in Shanghai

In the early morning, soldiers from the 10th Squadron of the 4th Detachment of the Chinese People's Armed Police Force (PAP) Shanghai Corps were fully prepared for the flag raising ...

Rural revitalization in East China's Wandi village yields fruit

Known as one of “China's Most Beautiful Leisure Villages” and a“future village pilot,” Wandi village in the Yinzhou district of Ningbo City, in East China's Zhejiang Province, has achieved a ...

Tourist train linking historical venues of CPC's 1st National Congress resumes operation after COVID

Passengers take a CPC-themed tourist train from Shanghai to Jiaxing, East China's Zhejiang Province, on March 1, 2023. The train links the two cities where forerunners of the Communist Party ...

"Songs of the earth" exhibition kicks off in Beijing

"Songs of the earth, artistic documentary for a better China" kicked off in Beijing on Feb 28 and will last until Mar 27. Through nearly 100 pieces, the exhibition tells ...

Statue of Chinese model soldier Lei Feng unveiled in Beijing

The statue of Chinese model soldier Lei Feng was unveiled on Wednesday at Beijing's downtown Wangfujing Street to mark the 60th anniversary of the call to learn from Lei Feng ...

Qingdao port increases automation

A view of a fully automated container dock in Qingdao port, East China's Shandong Province on February 28, 2023. It is the first of its kind in Asia, enabling automation ...

Revolution-history-based modern tourism festival launched in E.China's Zhejiang

“Siming Mountain, China Red” Travel Festival was launched on February 28 in Hengkantou village, Yuyao City, in East China's Zhejiang Province. Hundreds of hiking enthusiasts in the Yangtze River Delta ...

SCO Demonstration Zone boosts cooperation between China and SCO, Belt & Road countries

The Qingdao SCODA Pearl International Expo Center, a new landmark of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Demonstration Zone, is China's first SCO-themed commercial complex which promotes trade, investment and cultural ...

New semester goes smoothly in China following downgraded COVID management

Schools across China embrace smooth new semester after downgrade in management of COVID. Chinese and foreign students were seen to enjoy indoor and outdoor campus activities in an international school ...

Shanghai holds the largest offline recruitment fair in three years

Shanghai holds the largest offline recruitment fair since 2020 on Saturday, attracting more than 1,200 companies from across the Yangtze River Delta region as well as a number of overseas ...

Exhibition showcases China's achievements in manned space missions over three decades

The opening ceremony of an exhibition showcasing the achievements of China's manned space program over the past three decades was held at the National Museum of China in Beijing on ...

Book lovers enjoy leisure time in Beijing bookstore

People enjoy reading at Sisyphe Bookstore in Beijing's Haidian district, and PageOne bookstores in Wangfujing in Dongcheng District. The resumption of work and production has brought excitement to cities and ...

Haircuts for 'dragon-raising-head' day

Residents have their hair cut at a barber shop in Shanghai's downtown Huangpu district on February 21, 2023. The day falls on the second day of the second lunar month, ...

Chinese opera Minning focuses on poverty alleviation efforts

Inspired by the popular TV series of the same name, Chinese opera Minning Town is set to be staged at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing from ...

"Banquet themed on Maritime Silk Road in Song and Yuan Dynasties" debuts in Beijing

The "Banquet themed on Maritime Silk Road in Song and Yuan Dynasties", the first phase of transformation of the exhibition of ancient Chinese dietetic culture at the National Museum of ...

FTZ on China-Kazakhstan border to hold series of international events to revive border trade

The Horgos-based free trade zone on the China-Kazakhstan border in NW China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China's first cross-border free trade zone, is scheduled to hold 30 international events in ...

China-North Korea border city Dandong sees tourism revival

Tourists visit attractions in Dandong, Northeast China's Liaoning Province on February 17, 2023. Dandong, as a border city neighboring North Korea and an iconic site for the War to Resist ...

Freight train shuttles between China, North Korea crossing the Yalu River

A freight train with several cargos is spotted shuttling between China and North Korea on Friday morning. The train runs from Dandong, Northeast China's Liaoning Province to Sinuiju of North ...

Romance in the air in Central London on Valentine's Day

Having dinner at a flora-decorated restaurant, or walking down the high street to find the romantic elements that blossom in the city on Tuesday, Valentine's Day, you can feel the ...

GT on the spot: 1.65 million Shanghai students return to school on Wed

About 1.65 million primary&middle school students in Shanghai started their new semester on Wednesday, the first semester since China downgraded COVID management to Class B infectious disease. Schools in Shanghai ...

Flower shops and markets in Beijing buzz with orders on Valentine's Day

Flower shops and markets in Beijing buzz with orders on Tuesday, Valentine's Day, as many lovers buy roses to express their affection. Apart from flowers, bouquets made of fruits like ...

Marriage registration peaks on Valentine's Day

February 14, Valentine's Day, is a date favored by couples to register their marriage. Civil affairs bureaus in Beijing have seen a marriage registration peak on this romantic day. ...

Love blossoms on Valentine's Day in China

People shop at flower markets, flower shops and shopping malls in Shanghai on Tuesday, Valentine's Day. Flowers are usually the best-selling item on this romantic occasion.

New semester kicks off in Beijing after COVID management downgrade

A new semester for primary and secondary schools kicks off on Monday in Beijing after the management of COVID-19 was downgraded to Class B in China. A primary school in ...

China-Russia border city Heihe regaining vitality

Locals and visitors in Heihe, Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province enjoy shopping and delicious food on February 11, 2023 as the border city regains vitality after China downgraded its COVID-19 management ...

A celebration of cold, clear Norwegian resources

GT on the spot: The Norwegian Consulate General in Shanghai, the Scandinavian Tourist Board and the Norwegian Seafood Council jointly held the Norwegian Froztventure on Friday, in a bid to ...

Visiting Heihe land port bordering Russia after China downgrades COVID-19 management

Truck drivers from Blagoveshchensk, Russia, arrive at the border port in Heihe, Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, on February 10, 2023, crossing the China-Russia Heilongjiang Bridge. Following China's policy of downgrading ...

Chinese group tours depart for overseas resorts for sightseeing

After three years' halt, China resumes group tours to 20 countries starting from Monday. On this very day, several group tours departed from different Chinese cities to head for overseas ...

Shanghai's Yuyuan Garden lantern fair lights up festival, sees vitality

The Global Times reporter saw the bustling scene at Shanghai's #Yuyuan Garden, the annual lantern festival, one of China's national intangible cultural heritages attracting a large number of visitors this ...

Lantern Festival celebrations attract foreigners in Shanghai

Making dough figurines, paper-cutting and enjoying traditional Chinese operas, a group of foreigners in Shanghai including some diplomats, teachers and students have spent a good time at the Shanghai Kunqu ...

The Ming Tombs scenic area in Beijing's Changping district launched a Latern Festival event show inspired by Ming Dynasty paintings

The Ming Tombs, a major tourist site in Beijing's Changping District organised a Lantern Festival event, which falls on Feb 5 this year. Actors dressed in Ming Dynasty costumes recreated ...

Village in Beijing suburb holds Lantern Festival activities

Located deep in the mountains of Beijing's eastern suburbs, Xingshutai Village in Huairou District holds a variety of activities to celebrate the Lantern Festival.

People enjoy lantern shows across China on Lantern Festival's eve

People enjoyed delightful lantern shows lighting up the streets across China amid a festive atmosphere on the eve of the Lantern Festival, February 4, 2023.

Beijing residents buy Yuanxiao on Lantern Festival

Numerous Beijing residents formed a long line in front of the Jinfang Snack shop in Ciqikou to buy Yuanxiao, glutinous rice flour dumplings with sweetened stuffing eaten on the Lantern ...

China's third polar icebreaker returns to home port after successful sea trials

After concluding successful sea trials in the ice of Liaodong Bay of the Bohai Sea, polar icebreaker Zhongshan Daxue Jidi returned to the port at Guangzhou Wenchong Dockyard in Guangzhou, ...

Factories across China fully resume production after Spring Festival

Factories across China have fully resumed work and busy operations after the Spring Festival holiday. With multiple production lines running simultaneously, workers are trying their best to catch up with ...

Beijing's first batch of 50 major projects kicking off in 2023

The downtown Wangfujing Street upgrading project has begun on January 31, 2023, and the renovated shopping mall will become a new landmark of Beijing's trendy culture. Major projects in 50 ...

UK hit by biggest strike day in a decade over pay disputes, inflation

Up to half a million British teachers, university staff, train drivers and civil servants went on strike across the UK in the largest coordinated strike action for a decade on ...

'Fire Dragon' heritage show performed in South China's Jieyang

On January 31, 2023, the 10th day of the first lunar month, as part of the national intangible cultural heritage with a history of more than 600 years, a fire ...

People visit Sanlitun on last night before bar street gets renovated

On January 31, the last night before the Sanlitun bar street is vacated for renovation, many people made a special visit to take photos for memory. Bars in the capital ...

People perform traditional Chaoshan Yingge dance to celebrate Spring Festival

People performed the Yingge dance, or "Hero's Song," on Tuesday to celebrate the Spring Festival, attracting large crowds to watch in Jiexi county, South China's Guangdong Province. As one of the ...

People in the Chaoshan region hold a worship parade to pray for good fortune in 2023

People in Xinsu Village held a god-worship parade on Monday to pray for good fortunes in 2023, which is a traditional folk ritual held in the first lunar month in ...

TCM supports COVID treatment

Traditional Chinese Medicine is used to help relieve symptoms caused by COVID-19 infections at a grassroots clinic in a small county of Juye, East China's Shandong Province on January 28.

Spring Festival fair in rural northern China

People play games and have snacks at a rural fair for Spring Festival in Juye county, East China's Shandong Province on January 27, 2023. Photos: Shan Jie/GT

Tourists visit East China's Quanzhou during Spring Festival holidays

During the Spring Festival holidays, Quanzhou, listed as a World Heritage Site in East China's Fujian Province, welcomed a large number of tourists. Gourmet food stores on West Street, downtown ...

People worship God of Wealth at Guandi Temple in East China's Quanzhou

Hundreds of thousands of people worshiped the God of Wealth by burning incense at the Guandi Temple in Quanzhou, East China's Fujian Province on Thursday to pray for fortune, on ...

Tourists crowd Beijing's landmark street on the first day of Chinese Lunar New Year

Beijing's landmark Qianmen Street is packed with tourists on the first day of the Chinese Lunar New Year, which falls on January 22 this year. Diverse cultural and commercial activities ...

Tourists visit temple fairs to celebrate Chinese New Year in Beijing

Several temple fairs opened to the public in Beijing on Sunday, the first day of the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays. At the Shijingshan amusement park, tourists tasted snacks while ...

A festive celebration for the Year of the Rabbit at Shanghai's Longhua Temple

Local residents and tourists swarm Sunday morning to the Shanghai Longhua Temple, the oldest and largest of its kind in the city, to pray for good luck, health, and prosperity ...

Worshipers ring in the Year of Rabbit at Beijing's Badachu Park

People burn incense and pray for good luck in the Chinese New Year – the Year of Rabbit – early morning on Sunday at the Lingguang Temple in Badachu Park ...

A taste of spring in Year of Rabbit

In the southern towns of East China's Anhui Province, local residents make meatballs (meaning tuanyuan or family reunion), spring rolls to embrace the Spring Festival. Residents are busy purchasing for ...

Familiar Spring Festival travel rush returns to Shanghai railway stations

Shanghai's railway stations saw its passenger peak on January 20, 2023 before the 7-day Spring Festival holidays. More than 450,000 passengers are expected to travel via these stations during the ...

Traditional Chinese medicine cultural exhibition kicks off in Beijing

Exhibition themed on celebrating the Year of the Rabbit kicks off at National Museum of China

Themed on celebrating the Year of the Rabbit, 2023 Chinese New Year Exhibition kicks off at National Museum of China in Beijing on Wednesday. Over 80 pieces of cultural relics ...

Jintang port, a key container terminal for BRI, gears up for trade rebound

In 2022, Yongzhou container terminal at Jintang port area, East China's Zhejiang Province completed a container throughput of 2 million TEUs, an increase of 47.31 percent compared to 2021. The ...

China, a leading growth engine for the world economy amid COVID-19 challenge

China downgraded its COVID-19 management measures from Class A to Class B on Jan 8. This means China has entered a new phase of its COVID response. In the second ...

China's three-year fight against COVID-19 seen through memorable photos

During the past three years, China has launched a war against COVID-19, effectively handled more than 100 cluster outbreaks, and protected the lives and health of more than 1.4 billion ...

Busy port for oil supply

The wharf at the Sinochem Xing Zhong Oil Staging Dock is an important crude oil transportation hub in Zhoushan port, East China's Zhejiang Province, with a reserve capacity of nearly ...

52 masterpieces from British National Gallery exhibited in Shanghai

Visitors look at paintings in the exhibition “Botticelli to Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the National Gallery,” in Shanghai on January 16, 2023. A total of 52 painting pieces by renowned ...

A close look at China's iconic cutter-suction dredger

Crew members of Tianjing, or Sky Whale, a self-propelled cutter-suction dredger, are running the vessel during a task off the coast of Lianyungang, East China's Jiangsu Province on January 14, ...

County in North China well prepared for optimization of COVID measures

Prior to China's optimization of epidemic prevention and control measures and the surge of infections, Yi county in Baoding, North China's Hebei Province, had begun to prepare for the possible ...

A glimpse at a manufacturing base in Ruili

Inside the Import & Export Processing and Manufacturing Base of the Ruili Industrial Park, Myanmar workers, accounting for roughly 80% of the base's workforce, are busy completing tasks at assembly ...

Huaihai Campaign relics exhibition opens in Beijing

Revolutionary relics from the Huaihai Campaign, a key campaign during the War of Liberation (1946-49), are put on display to commemorate the great Chinese people's victory on Tuesday at the ...

Border city Ruili's jade biz rebounds after downgraded COVID measures

The livestreaming craze has brought luster back to Southwest China's border city of Ruili, which is famous for its jade industry, after China further downgraded COVID-19 management.

Surge in immigration applications following China's new entry policy

One day after China downgraded COVID-19 management and lifted quarantine for inbound passengers, Global Times reporters learned from Beijing's Exit and Entry Administration Service Center on Monday that the number ...

'Everything is just so smooth!' Beijing welcomes first inbound flight from Hong Kong after COVID downgrading

Beijing welcomed its first inbound flight carrying 291 passengers from Hong Kong on Sunday at around 10:40 am, after China downgraded its COVID management. Global Times reporters on the spot ...

China-Vietnam border residents welcome each other with flowers on port resumption day

Chinese and Vietnamese residents come across at the bridge that links the two neighboring countries to celebrate the resumption of cross-border traffic on Sunday.

Erenhot Port on China-Mongolia border witnesses influx of passengers as China downgrades COVID management

On January 8, 2023, the first day China downgraded its COVID-19 management from Class A to Class B, Global Times reporters visited the Erenhot Port in N.China' s Inner Mongolia ...

Reunions for families, friends as Mainland-HK border reopens on January 8

Starting from January 8, 2023, people from Shenzhen and Hong Kong have resumed normal customs clearance in an orderly manner. At 6:30 am on Sunday, Futian port of Shenzhen reopened, ...

Beijing Capital International Airport resumes long-awaited hustle and bustle as first batch of overseas passengers arrive

Beijing Capital International Airport on Sunday resumed its long-awaited hustle and bustle embracing the first day China downgraded its COVID-19 management from Class A to B. GT reporters saw airport ...

Hekou Port on China-Vietnam border sees resumption of services on first day of COVID downgrading

Hekou Port on China-Vietnam border sees resumption of services on first day of COVID downgrading

First industry delegation heads to HK exhibition a day before border between the mainland and HK reopens

Some 300 representatives from the Guangdong toy industry have departed for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) for the HK Toys & Games Fair from Shenzhen Bay Port on ...

China's 40-day Chunyun or Spring Festival travel rush kicks off

The first train of the 2023 Spring Festival travel rush in Beijing departed from Beijing West Railway Station on Saturday, also the first day of China's 40-day nationwide Spring Festival ...

GT reporters go to emergency room, fever clinic in major Beijing hospital

As the COVID-19 infection curve has already peaked in several major cities including Beijing, Global Times reporters on Wednesday went to Beijing's Daxing District People's Hospital, which received nearly 70 ...

GT on the spot: watch community health centers at work in Shanghai

At Taopu Community Health Service Center in Shanghai on Wednesday, a Global Times reporter saw how medical treatment was done. The number of patients visiting a fever clinic this week ...

GT visits a Beijing community hospital to check its key role in the fight against COVID-19

Global Times reporters recently paid a home visit to Cao Guangbin with nurse Wang Qinghua and doctor Yue Xinfeng from Beijing's Liulitun Community Health Center in Chaoyang district.

Medics in Beijing stand their ground to guard citizens' lives, health at the start of the New Year

At the start of 2023, frontline hospital medics in Beijing stand fast at their posts to guard citizens' lives and health after China adjusted its coronavirus management measures. Many medical ...

China National Arts and Crafts Museum and China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum reopens to public

The China National Arts and Crafts Museum and China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum has regained its popularity as it reopened to the public on January 1, 2023. Three new exhibitions ...

People celebrate arrival of 2023 at Shougang Park in Beijing

Shougang Park in Beijing held a New Year countdown event on December 31, 2022, with a light show and some artistic performances. Ten minutes before the arrival of 2023, a ...

Tourists gather in scenic areas in Beijing on the first day of the New Year holiday

On the first day of the New Year's Day holiday, the Houhai Lake scenic area in Beijing was bustling with tourists. The ice rink and commercial streets were crowded with ...

Shanghai residents receive inhalable COVID-19 vaccine

At a local vaccination site in downtown Shanghai, residents lined up on Friday to receive inhalable COVID-19 vaccine. The interval period between the first and second booster shot should be ...

People enjoy winter activities as Beijing's ice rinks reopen

People enjoy winter activities as Beijing's ice rinks recently reopen. Beijing residents' life gradually returned to normal after tough weeks of surging COVID-19 infections in the capital.

Exhibition of Hotan historical relics kicks off in Beijing

An exhibition named “Five stars rise in the east – Hotan historial relic exhibition” kicked off in Beijing on Friday and will last from December 30, 2022 to February 5, ...

Shanghai's hustle and bustle gradually returns ahead of New Year and Spring Festival

Shanghai's hustle and bustle is gradually coming back thanks to the optimized COVID-19 measures and recovered confidence over the economy. The Global Times reporter on Thursday saw local residents lining ...

Yuyuan Garden lantern show attracts visitors amid business resumption

The annual Yuyuan Garden lantern show in Shanghai on Tuesday attracted visitors from across the country to enjoy the beautiful night amid the gradual business resumption. The show featuring gorgeous ...

Restaurants see more customers as Beijing further loosens COVID control measures

People enjoy dining services in Beijing restaurants on Saturday with nucleic acid test results no longer required for dining in. Patrons are even having to get used to waiting for ...

Bustling vibes pulse in Beijing

Locals visit a shopping mall in Beijing on Saturday as the city gradually returns to normalcy after the epidemic control measures are optimized in the capital city. (Photos: Li Hao/GT)

China's national postgraduate admission exams kick off

Examinees wait in long queues at the entrance to the Yuquanlu campus of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing to take part in China's national postgraduate admission ...

Wet market in Beijing reopens for business

A rising number of customers are seen in Xinyuan food market in Mentougou District, Beijing, bringing life back to normalcy after the impact of the epidemic. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Beijing subway restore passenger traffic as work, production resumes

As the resumption of work and production continues in Beijing, subway traffic is picking up. Subway Line 1 saw a significant increase in passenger flow compared with last week, most ...

Supermarkets in Beijing restore customer traffic after impact of the epidemic

Some supermarkets in Beijing have begun to witness a recovery, with customer traffic growing daily. At present, markets have sufficient supplies, and logistics services are also recovering steadily. Photos: Li ...

People in Beijing pay tribute to Nanjing Massacre victims on National Memorial Day

Tuesday marks the ninth National Memorial Day for the victims of the Nanjing Massacre. The Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression held a memorial ...

Shanghai residents enjoy nightlife following optimized anti-COVID measures

Shanghai sees more night markets opening following the optimized anti-COVID-19 measures. Residents in the city are enjoying their nightlife. Photos: Chen Xia/GT

People enjoy leisure time in Beijing parks after anti-COVID curbs are eased

Citizens in Beijing scan the health QR code in order to visit and do morning exercises in the Yuyuantan Park on December 7 .

Beijing restaurants resume dine-in service

Beijing has gradually resumed dine-in services since Dec 6, and customers can dine in with a 48-hour negative nucleic acid test. Some restaurants were seen welcoming diners on Tuesday evening ...

Qatar World Cup souvenirs available in Beijing shopping malls

As the Qatar World Cup is in full swing, authorized merchandise is now available in Beijing shopping malls. Sixty percent of the products are made in China, which include Mascot ...

Fans in Shanghai cheer up for World Cup under COVID-19 prevention measures

Football fans in Shanghai are enjoying their colorful nightlife amid the ongoing 2022 FIFA World Cup. In downtown Shanghai, people went to the bars and eateries to watch the games ...

'Chile Week' launched for closer trade ties with China

The opening ceremony was held at the Embassy of Chile in Beijing on Tuesday, with a live video streaming linking Beijing and Santiago. The opening ceremony was attended by authorities ...

Shanghai Book Fair resumes offline

The 2022 Shanghai Book Fair resumes offline at the Shanghai Exhibition Center from November 18 to 22. Due to the pandemic, this year's book fair is held in smaller size, ...

Red drama based on true story debuts in Beijing

History and People's Choice, a Chinese red drama inspired by true stories made its debut at Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Center on Thursday night. The drama follows how the Communist ...

Asian moment continues as Thailand gears up for APEC leaders' meeting

From the streets to the main venues, Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is ready to host the APEC leaders' informal meeting from Friday to Saturday, another crucial multilateral event to ...

Local Chinese diasporas welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping in Bangkok

“President Xi, welcome to Thailand!” Local Chinese diasporas, carrying Chinese and Thai national flags, gathered on a street in Bangkok on Thursday to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping to Thailand ...

Bali island enters G20 time

The Indonesian island resort of Bali is gearing up for the G20 summit on Nov 15-16, with G20-style decorations, tightened security and anti-COVID efforts, as world leaders are due to ...

2022 Beijing White Pagoda Cultural Week marks Nepal theme day

The "2022 Beijing White Pagoda Cultural Week" series of activities marked a Nepal theme day on November 13, 2022. The event is aimed to let Chinese and Nepali cultural heritage ...

Four J-20 fighter jets fly in formation to celebrate 73rd birthday of PLA Air Force

Four J-20 fighter jets fly in formation at Airshow China 2022 on Friday to celebrate the 73rd birthday of the PLA Air Force. The J-20 fighter jets attending this year's ...

PLA Air Force jets perform aerobatics on first public day of Airshow China 2022

Aircraft from the Chinese PLA Air Force perform aerobatics at Airshow China 2022 on Friday, the first public day of the airshow and the 73rd birthday of the Chinese PLA ...

Mainstream media photography exhibition held in Beijing

As part of the Beijing International Photography Week, a national mainstream media photography exhibition themed “national image,” opened at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing on November 10.

Beijing in thick fog

The city of Beijing issued a yellow alert for thick fog on November 11, 2022. The visibility was less than 500 meters in some areas as it rained continuously. Residents ...

Airshow China displays dynamic presentations of ground equipment

At Airshow China 2022 on Thursday, companies such as China North Industries Group Corporation Limited brought dynamic displays of ground equipment to the audience, with upgraded actual combat scenes, a ...

J-20 stealth fighter jets perform at 14th Airshow China

J-20 stealth fighter jets conducted a performance at the 14th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, also known as Airshow China 2022, in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province, on Thursday, ...

China's Red Eagle Aerobatic Team performs at Airshow China 2022

China's Hongying (or Red Eagle) Aerobatic Team of the PLA Air Force Aviation University performed at the 14th Airshow China in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province, on November 9, 2022. ...

J-16 fighter jet performs at 14th Airshow China on Wednesday

The J-16 fighter jet took part in a flying display at the 14th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China 2022, in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province, on ...

China's Bayi Aerobatic Team performs on the 2nd day of the 14th Airshow China

The Bayi Aerobatic Team of the PLA Air Force showcased flight performances on Wednesday at the 14th Airshow China, in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province. Photos: Cui Meng/GT

China's homegrown aerial vehicles perform at Airshow China 2022

A range of China's homegrown aircraft performed on Wednesday at the 14th Airshow China, including the JL-10 training plane, the J-20 stealth fighter jet, the YU-20 tanker aircraft, the Z-10 ...

Z-20, Z-10, Z-8L helicopters displayed at Airshow China 2022

Z-20, Z-10 and Z-8L helicopters of the People's Liberation Army were showcased on the opening day of Airshow China 2022 in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province, on November 8, 2022. ...

C919, AG600M make appearance at 14th Airshow China on Tuesday

China's first homegrown large jetliner, the C919, and China's self-developed new-configuration amphibious firefighting aircraft, the AG600M, were showcased at the 14th Airshow China in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province, on ...

J-20, J-16, YU-20 displayed on opening day of Airshow China 2022

The six-day Airshow China 2022 kicked off in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province, on November 8, 2022, with the J-20 and J-16 fighter jets and the YU-20 aerial tanker conducting ...

China's Bayi Aerobatic Team performs on the opening day of the 14th Airshow China

The 14th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, also known as Airshow China, kicked off on Tuesday in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province. The Bayi Aerobatic Team showcased flight performances ...

14th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition will kick off on Tuesday

The 14th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, also known as Airshow China will be held from November 8 to 13 in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province and many "star ...

Beijing ushers in golden autumn season

Beijing ushers in the season of autumn ginkgo leaves in November 2022. Xishan Dajue Temple in Beijing is known as the "Ginkgo King". Numerous Beijing residents are thronging to the ...

Chinese swimmers gain momentum in National Championships ahead of World Games, breaking 12 records in 3 days

The Chinese National Championships (25m) officially ended on Sunday night, with Chinese swimmers having redeemed themselves after a disappointing international championship, by breaking more than 10 records in three days, ...

Shanghai residents receive aerosolized vaccine as booster shots

Shanghai became the first city in China to provide a domestically developed aerosolized adenovirus type-5 vector-based COVID-19 vaccine (Ad5-nCoV) as booster shot. In Tianshan Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Changning ...

20th CPC National Congress concludes in Beijing on Saturday

The week-long 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) concluded on October 22, 2022, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Photos: Li Hao/GT

Press Center for 20th CPC National Congress holds 5th press conference over building a beautiful China

Chinese and foreign journalists attended the 5th press conference at the Press Center for the 20th CPC National Congress in Beijing on October 21. The press conference focused on building ...

Press center for 20th CPC National Congress hosts fifth group interview

The spokespersons for the delegations from Qinghai, Ningxia, Xinjiang, the central Party and state organs, central financial institutions and central enterprises (in Beijing) to the 20th National Congress of the ...

Press Center for 20th CPC National Congress holds press conference over China's diplomacy

Chinese and foreign journalists attended the third press conference at the Press Center for the 20th CPC National Congress in Beijing on October 20, 2022. The press conference focused on ...

Press Center for 20th CPC National Congress holds press conference over progress in rule of law

Chinese and foreign journalists attended the third press conference held at the Press Center for the 20th CPC National Congress in Beijing on October 19, 2022. The press conference focused ...

Press Center for 20th CPC National Congress holds first group interviews

The first group interview was held at the Press Center for the 20th National Congress of Communist Party of China on October 18, 2022. Journalists participated the event via a ...

Border defenders in Xizang stay tuned to 20th CPC National Congress

Border defense soldiers and officers stationed in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region followed the livestream of the opening session of the 20th CPC National Congress through the internet, radios, or ...

A glimpse of the Press Center for the 20th CPC National Congress

About 2,500 Chinese and foreign journalists have signed up to cover the 20th National Congress of Communist Party of China (CPC). The pictures show reporters working, visiting exhibitions and ...

Press Center for 20th CPC National Congress holds second press conference

Chinese and foreign journalists attended the second press conference held at the Press Center for the 20th CPC National Congress on the afternoon of October 17, 2022. The press ...

Press Center for 20th CPC National Congress hosts its first press conference

Chinese and foreign journalists attended the first press conference held at the Press Center for the 20th National Congress of Communist Party of China on October 17, 2022. (Photos: Li ...

20th CPC National Congress opens in Beijing

The 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) opens at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on October 16, 2022.

Forging Ahead in the New Era: Exhibition in Beijing focuses on CPC's achievements in past decade

An exhibition themed "Forging Ahead in the New Era" recently opened at the Beijing Exhibition Hall, focusing on the great achievements made with the endeavor of the CPC and the ...

Festive decorations installed in Beijing to mark National Day

A huge flower basket installed at Tian'anmen Square in Beijing attracts tourists' attention as the city prepares for the upcoming National Day holiday. Flowerbeds have also been installed along the ...

People from all walks of life pay tributes to fallen national heroes on China's 9th Martyrs' Day

About 200 people from all walks of life paid silent tributes and presented flowers to the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the victory in the War of Resistance against ...

Classics from our flourishing past

The Exhibition of Achievements in Compiling -- a Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings kicked off at the National Museum of China in Beijing on Thursday. The exhibition covers ...

People pose with huge flower basket decoration at Tiananmen Square ahead of National Day holidays

As China's National Day approaches, tourists pose for photos in front of a giant flower basket at Tiananmen Square in Beijing. (Photos: Li Hao/GT)

Joint exhibition of cultural relics opens in Beijing

Entitled “Harmonious Co-existence,” a joint exhibition of cultural relics opened Wednesday in Beijing, to explore the historical origin and development of Chinese culture of harmony.

Five bronze heads from the Old Summer Palace arrive in Shanghai for expo

A special exhibition of cultural relics returning from overseas was held in Minhang Museum in Shanghai. The exhibition, which opened on Monday, displays five Old Summer Palace bronze heads, which ...

Ancient royal Ace troop's drill field opens to the public in Beijing

Visitors view the displays at the Round City Martial Arts Heritage Hall in western Beijing on September 27, 2022. The hall reopened after four years of closure and renovation. The ...

Floral displays set up along Beijing's Chang'an Avenue to celebrate National Day

Workers set up floral displays along Beijing's Chang'an Avenue on Sunday, to celebrate upcoming National Day, which falls on October 1.

Harvest celebrated at Beijing's Temple of Agriculture

Local residents experience harvesting millet crops in a small pitch of farming field inside the Temple of Agriculture in central Beijing on September 24 as part of a harvest festival ...

When Italian culture meets Shanghai subway

A photography exhibition of World Cultural Heritage in Italy opened at a public space in Shanghai Metro on Monday, bringing a batch of selected works of the world cultural heritages such ...

Memorial activities held in Beijing to mark 91th anniversary of the 'Sept 18 Incident'

Today marks the 91st anniversary of the “September 18 Incident”, which marked the beginning of the 14-year Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression. The Museum of the War ...

Beauty makeup show featuring Chinese traditional elements highlights Beijing Fashion Week

A beauty makeup show featuring Chinese fashion trend was staged at Beijing Fashion Week 2022's Night of Fashion Aesthetics on Friday. Inspired by architectural design, collections, patterns and traditional handicrafts ...

The Beijing Art Museum reopens to the public

Visitors to the Beijing Art Museum enjoy exhibits on display on Friday, September 16, 2022. After five years of renovation, the museum, located in the Wanshou Temple area in western ...

Communities in Shanghai and Santiago promote friendship via cultural exchanges

On Thursday the communities in Shanghai, Santiago and O'Higgins, Chile held an event to promote the friendship between China and Chile via brilliant online performances from both sides and onsite ...

Exhibition on “China-South Korea joint resistance war against Japanese aggression” kicks off in Beijing

A themed exhibition on “China-South Korea joint resistance war against Japanese aggression,” co-organized by the Museum of the War of the Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression inBeijing and the ...

Exhibition of outstanding works of fine arts opens to public in Beijing on Friday

The 13th China Art Festival National Exhibition of Outstanding Works of Fine Arts launched in the National Art Museum of China on Friday. As one of the main activities of ...

Metaverse experience hall debuts at 2022 CIFTIS

The Metaverse Experience Hall, which debuts at CIFTIS for the first time, takes up a total area of nearly 10,000 square meters in Shougang Park in Beijing. It showcases pioneering ...

71 countries, international organizations made presence at 2022 China International Fair for Trade in Services

A total of 71 countries and international organizations will participate in 2022 China International Fair for Trade in Services, including the United Arab Emirates, Germany and the United Kingdom, and ...

CIFTIS highlights in Beijing

The 2022 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) kicked off on Aug 31 in Beijing. The CIFTIS will be held at the National Convention Center and Shougang Park ...

Students in Beijing return to school on Sep 1 as fall semester starts in China

Today marks the first day of the new semester for 1.6 million primary and secondary school students in Beijing. GT reporter visited the BDA school of The High School Affiliated ...

2022 CIFTIS to kick off on Aug 31

The 2022 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) is set to kick off on Aug 31 in Beijing. Staff members can be seen arranging the exhibits at the ...

Changchun Airshow provides fans of military aviation a magnificent showcase

Pilots wow spectators with heart formation in the sky! About 140,000 spectators gathered at Dafangshen Airport in Changchun for the PLA Air Force open day event on Sun. The audience ...

Star PLA fighter jets make an appearance at PLA Air Force open day

Chinese PLA's star fighter jets, including the J-20, Y-20, and aerobatic performance teams, including the Bayi Aerobatics Team, made an appearance at the PLA Air Force open day event on ...

J-16 jet impresses audiences at PLA Air Force open day

A J-16 jet impresses audiences with its amazing aerial displays in Changchun, NE China's Jilin Province, at PLA Air Force open day on Saturday.

Chinese airborne troops demonstrate aerial counter-terrorism rescue operations on PLA Air Force open day

Chinese airborne troops demonstrate their skills while conducting aerial counter-terrorism rescue operations at PLA Air Force open day on Saturday.

Two J-20 jets wow audiences with wonderful aerial display on PLA Air Force open day

Two J-20 stealth fighter jets wow audiences with their wonderful aerial display on PLA Air Force open day in Changchun, NE China's Jilin, on Saturday.

A glimpse of the 2022 Changchun Airshow

The PLA Air Force open day event kicked off in Changchun, NE China's Jilin on Friday. During Friday's air show, the Y-20, J-20, J-16 and other star fighter jets were ...

World Robot Contest 2022 kicks off

The World Robot Contest 2022, aka the “Olympics”of robotics, kicked off in Beijing on August 18. The championship is a breakthrough in terms of event setting and the number of ...

World Robot Conference 2022 held in Beijing

The World Robot Conference 2022 (WRC 2022) is being held in Beijing from August 18 to 21, displaying more than 500 products from over 130 companies ranging from firefighting robots ...

Epidemic prevention measures implemented in the Beijing Daxing International Airport during summer holiday

The passenger flow of Beijing Daxing International Airport has increased during the summer holiday travel rush in China. On August 16, our GT reporter learned from the Airport that if ...

Exhibition on exploring Central Axis of Beijing opens at Beijing Daxing International Airport

Organized by the Capital Museum, an exhibition on exploring the Central Axis of Beijing kicks off at the Beijing Daxing International Airport on August 16, 2022. The Central Axis of ...

7th Intl Children's Creative Art Exhibition opens in Shanghai

An art exhibition displaying artwork made by children from more than 20 countries officially opened in Shanghai on Tuesday. The 7th International Children's Creative Art Exhibition invited children from countries ...

Sculpture exhibition kicks off on the day marking the 77th anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in WWII

August 15 marks the 77th anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender in WWII. This is a day to remember history. People visit the exhibition showcasing the glorious course of CPC's victory ...

12th Beijing International Film Festival kicks off

The week-long 12th Beijing International Film Festival kicked off at Beijing's Yanqi Lake International Convention Center on Saturday. 16 nominated films will compete for this year's Tiantan Award. Seven well-known ...

Stars pose on red carpet at 12th Beijing International Film Festival

The feast of movies has come! Many Chinese stars, including popular patriotic actor Wu Jing and Hong Kong actor Wong Cho Lam, posed on the red carpet for the opening ...

Exhibition opens in Shanghai featuring artworks by 30 Chinese/South Korean artists

An exhibition featuring artworks from 30 Chinese and South Korean young artists born in the year of 1992 opened on Thursday in Shanghai. The exhibition is being held to push ...

Exhibition of China's achievements in cultural heritage conservation kicks off at National Museum of China

An exhibition - Reconstructing Elegance – kicked off at the National Museum of China on August 10, 2022, aiming to stage China's achievements in cultural heritage conservation. The exhibition showcases both ...

The Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution reopens to public

The Military Museum of the Chinese People's Revolution in Beijing reopened to the public on August 9, 2022. Students from all over the country came to visit early this morning, taking ...

1,082 teenage football teams jump for joy at annual football field spree

The 39th Beijing Baiduibei soccer tournament kicked off on Monday, which marked China's National Fitness Day. A total of 1082 teenage football teams will compete in 1938 matches from Monday ...

People celebrate Qixi Festival in Beijing

To celebrate the Qixi Festival, or Chinese Valentine's Day, which falls on August 4, the Purple Bamboo Park held a special event - the "Magpie Bridge Immortals" Qixi Festival ...

Exhibition of 'Our National Parks' opens in Beijing

"Our National Parks" exhibition opened in Beijing to display the ecological features of the first batch of national parks and to help the public better understand the significance of national ...

Photo portraits of PLA veterans exhibited in Beijing

An exhibition of over 100 photo portraits of PLA veterans was unveiled in Beijing on Monday, the 95th anniversary of the founding of the PLA. Photographer Guo Haipeng spent 20 ...

Shanghai holds exhibition showcasing cultural relics from ancient China

“The Making of China” exhibition showcasing cultural relics from Xia, Shang and Zhou dynasties opens to public at the Shanghai Museum on July 30. This exhibition, which will last till ...

Exhibition of ancient bronzes jointly held by China, S Korea, Japan kicks off in Beijing

A joint exhibition of ancient bronzes kicked off on Tue in Beijing to mark the 30th anniv of the establishment diplomatic ties between China and South Korea, and the 50th ...

2nd China International Consumer Products Expo kicks off in Hainan

The 2nd China International Consumer Products Expo kicks off in S.China's Hainan on Monday. Over 1,600 brands from 61 countries & regions are attending. The expo is initially open only ...

People in Shanghai bear the heat

The highest temperature in Shanghai during the last two days reached 40.9 degrees Celsius, tying Shanghai's temperature record since meteorological records began in 1873. In the streets of Shanghai on ...

First international exhibition unveiled in Shanghai after city reopens

The 12th International Exhibition of Traditional Fine Arts was unveiled at Shanghai Art Collection Museum on Tuesday, bringing over 100 artists from 22 countries and regions to showcase the colorful ...

Residents beat the heat in various ways as Beijing issues blue alert for high temperatures

Residents beat the heat in various ways as Beijing issues a blue alert on Thursday with temperatures reaching 35C.

Exhibition on the history of Italy unveiled in Beijing in celebration of China-Italy Year of Culture and Tourism

An exhibition on the history of Italy was unveiled at the National Museum of China in Beijing on Sunday. With a display of 503 pieces of antiques reflecting the ancient ...

Shanghai's postponed senior high school entrance exam for 110,000 students kicks off

Around 110,000 middle school students in Shanghai are taking their belated senior high school entrance exam on Monday. The exam was postponed by one month due to the previous COVID-19 ...

Some cinemas in Shanghai open with caution on July 8 amid COVID-19 resurgence

Shanghai's downtown Xintiandi UME International Cineplex opened on Friday as scheduled in a strict and managed fashion, with attendances capped at 50 percent due to epidemic prevention and control orders. ...

Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression reopens on 85th anniversary of July 7 Incident

The Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression near the Lugou Bridge in Beijing's Fengtai district reopened on Thu, with a first-time-ever exhibition to show Beijing's ...

50,000 students in Shanghai take delayed college entrance exam on July 7

On early Thursday morning, students lined up to walk into the Shanghai Shixi High School, one of the designated college entrance exam sites following preventive epidemic measures. Among their parents, ...

Light show held in Shanghai to celebrate 25th anniversary of HK's return

A light show is held at the Bund in Shanghai on July 1 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland. (Photos: Wu Shiliu/GT)

Exhibition launched to mark 110th anniversary of National Museum of China

The National Museum of China in Beijing launches an exhibition on July 1 to mark the 110th anniversary of its founding. More than 240 archaeological relics will be on display ...

Museums and art galleries in Shanghai reopen after COVID-caused closure

From July 1, Shanghai's museums and art galleries have gradually started to reopen. On the first day of Shanghai Museum reopening, the number of reservations exceeded 2,000. Many parents choose ...

Memorial site in Shanghai welcomes visitors celebrating CPC 101st founding anniversary

Visitors flock to the memorial site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in Shanghai on Friday to celebrate the 101st anniversary of the founding ...

Beijing railway stations see passenger number rise after removal of COVID infection risk marks

July 1 marks the first day of 2022's summer travel rush. Beijing railway authorities have strictly implemented temperature screening for passengers, and check negative nucleic acid test result taken within ...