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Timely updates info on Chinese culture, life and travel. Run by @PDChina, the largest newspaper group in China


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    Spectators were treated to a thrilling display of speed and showmanship at the 36th Naadam Festival on Saturday, as high-spirited equestrian performers wowed the crowd in Xilin Go…

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    The Milky Way sparkled over the night sky in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province.

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    Nature is blooming here! Chinese roses in vibrant hues—from crimson to blush pink—are bursting into bloom, creating a spectacular floral display at a city park in Beijing.

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    China has established a new research center dedicated to the protection and scientific management of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jiuzhai Valley in the southwestern province of…

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    A dose of cuteness from the wild! Two adorable marmots were captured on camera standing amid the grass and looking around inquisitively in Shiqu County, southwest China's Sichuan…

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    Nature's eye blinks amid the barren expanse of the Gobi Desert in northwest China's Qinghai. About 10 meters in diameter, Aiken Spring bubbles up sulfur-rich water that, over time…

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    Every July, thousands of Tibetan antelopes and their newborn calves wade across the Senlong Zangbo River in southwest China's Xizang and migrate to their habitats. For the past th…

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    Need a quick charge while exploring Harbin in northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province? In the city's Daowai District, six newly installed smart bollards now come with built-in wir…

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    Grace and prowess on display! Female archers exuded confidence as they showcased their skills at the 36th Tourism Naadam Festival held in the Xilin Gol League, north China's Inner…

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    To mark Human Moon Landing Day, the Beijing Planetarium launched its moon-themed "Exploring the Lunar Palace" week on July 20, featuring a "Moon Treasures" exhibition with actual…

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    As night falls, the stilted buildings of Hongyadong in southwest China's Chongqing awaken in a cascade of golden lights, turning the mountainside into a dreamlike fairy-tale world.

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    A vibrant pumpkin harvest is underway inside an intelligent greenhouse in Zhangye, northwest China's Gansu Province.

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    The Kanas scenic area in northwest China transforms into a summer wonderland, where an emerald-green river winds through lush mountains, creating a picturesque landscape.

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    Russia extends visa-free entry for Chinese citizens through Dec. 31, 2027, according to a decree signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday. In May, China announced the…

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    China’s trendy toy market is entering a new phase of growth, driven by AI, original IP and innovative consumer trends. The global popularity of Labubu highlights the rising influe…

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    Known for its distinctive table-mountain landform, Wawu Mountain features a summit plateau covering about 11 square kilometers, making it a popular tourist destination in Hongya C…

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    Bitter, sweet, and aftertaste: Chinese and U.S. youth brew Bai Three-Course Tea A group of 16 Chinese and American university students, participating in the "Across the Pacific: C…

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    Giant panda Xingyi finds icy comfort amid sweltering heat at Guangzhou Zoo in south China's Guangdong Province.

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    In the summer vacation, a surging number of students from cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen come to Meide Village of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, southwest Chi…

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    Take in the sweeping urban views from a time-lapse video as rolling clouds enliven the skyline in north China's Tianjin.

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    China's wild Asian elephant population has grown from about 150 in the 1980s to nearly 400 today, according to a report released on Thursday that credits decades of habitat protec…

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    A massive glowing Ao Fish lantern, depicting a mythical Chinese creature with a dragon's head and a fish's body, takes center stage in the ancient village of Tangmo in east China'…

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    Boasting rich cultural tourism resources, north China's Shanxi Province has entered its peak summer travel season, attracting tourists around the world to its World Cultural Herit…

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    The 36th Qingdao International Beer Festival opened on Friday evening in the coastal city of Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, kicking off a 30-day celebration that blends…

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    Fengnan District in Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province, has rolled out diverse tourism policies and products at Hetou Old Street scenic area. With improved management and serv…

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    Dressed in ethnic splendor, Chinese and American youths sing and dance together A group of 16 Chinese and American university students, participating in the "Across the Pacific: C…

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    Enjoy a breathtaking bird's-eye view of Jiangbulake scenic spot in northwest China, where lush green grasslands stretch as far as the eye can see.

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    The ancient village of Shi Ting, located in the north of Yixian County in east China's Anhui Province, boasts of beautiful natural scenery and profound cultural heritage.

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    A beautiful sunset, blushed with orange-red hues, set the sky aglow on Tuesday evening over Kunming Lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing.

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    Beneath an open sky, where the summer breeze stirs the emerald wetlands, red-crowned cranes, a national first-class protected animal, spread their wings, call out in the wind, or…