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24 Solar Terms: 6 things you may not know about End of Heat
The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. End of Heat, (Chinese: 处暑), the 14th solar term of the year, begins this year on Aug 22 and ends on Sept 6.
August 22, 2024
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Folk custom: blessing dragon heads on boats
Both a traditional Chinese custom and a competitive sport, dragon boat racing is growing in popularity both in China and abroad.
June 11, 2024
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Butterfly lovers' timeless tale
When one evokes a city steeped in romantic allure in China, none can rival Hangzhou and the tragic yet eternal tale of "butterfly lovers".
May 6, 2024
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Special exhibition of ancient Confucian cultural relics opens
An exhibition on the ritual utensils, musical instruments, and costumes of the Kong (Confucius) Family Mansion, jointly organized by the China National Silk Museum and the Confucius Museum, recently opened.
March 12, 2024
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Foreigners experience 'shout for tea' culture in Hangzhou
On March 5, amidst the scenic landscapes of Hangzhou's West Lake Longjing Tea plantation in Wengjiashan village, echoed the resounding shouts of "Tea, sprout!" as tea farmers expressed their hopes for a fruitful Longjing Tea harvest this year.
March 7, 2024
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Young influencer portrays exceptional women from history through hanfu
Hanfu, or traditional clothing of the Han ethnicity in China, has gained increasing popularity among the public over the years.
March 7, 2024
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Young Chinese bring hanfu to the world during Spring Festival
Young people dressed in hanfu, the traditional clothing of the Han ethnic group in China, were spotted in many locations around the world during this year's Spring Festival holiday.
February 20, 2024
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24 Solar Terms: 6 things you must know about Rain Water
The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms.
February 19, 2024