Scarred UNESCO World Heritage site Jiuzhaigou recovers after quake

After the earthquake, a team led by professor Pei Xiangjun from Chengdu University of Technology carried out protection and restoration work of the natural heritage site. After years of post-quake reconstruction, the once scarred Jiuzhaigou has regained its glory.

Chinese Language Day celebrated at UN with cultural exhibition

Chinese, one of the six official languages of the United Nations (UN) and used by nearly a fifth of the world's population, is an essential part of human cultural heritage, Denis Francis, president of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly, said at a Chinese cultural exhibition.

Chinese film showcased in Kenya

​A Chinese film was showcased in Nairobi amid growing Sino-Kenya ties, winning accolades from members of the audience.

8th Aswan int'l women film festival opens in Egypt

The eighth edition of the Aswan International Women Film Festival (AIWFF) opens Saturday night in Egypt's city of Aswan by the Nile River with a red-carpet ceremony.

Imperial Chinese wine jar stolen from Belgian museum

A porcelain wine jar, a masterpiece from the Chinese imperial workshops dating from the 16th century (Ming Dynasty), was stolen overnight from the Royal Museum of Mariemont in the province of Hainaut, Belgium.

Beijing gears up for Strawberry Music Festival

Beijing is set to host the renowned Strawberry Music Festival, one of the country's largest outdoor music extravaganzas, from May 2 to 4, coinciding with the upcoming May Day holiday.

Art on the lips at hippiest cultural district in Hong Kong

Snap a picture of a Japanese avant-garde artist's rainbow-striped drape cascading from the ceiling of M+ Museum of visual culture in Hong Kong's West Kowloon Cultural District, and it will end up on the surface of your latte from the coffee shop at the museum.

Beijing People's Art Theatre presents adaptation of 'The Miser'

The Beijing People's Art Theatre unveiled "The Miser," captivating audiences with shows scheduled to run until May 12.

Renowned musicians Friendship Trio wow audiences in Shanghai

Friendship Trio consisting of three leading musicians from Asia presented a chamber concert in Shanghai on Saturday night.

Chinese Embassy in Britain celebrates UN Chinese Language Day to promote cultural exchanges

A special exhibition of Chinese characters was launched in London, Britain on Saturday to celebrate the Chinese Language Day of the United Nations (UN).