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Hechi hosts cultural festival to celebrate bronze drum traditions

On Dec 14, a performance showcasing the accomplishments of the Bronze Drum Culture Ecological Protection Zone was held in Jinchengjiang district, Hechi. Recognized as Guangxi's sole national-level bronze drum eco-reserve in July 2023, the area spans 11 counties along the Hongshui River. It is working to safeguard 996 intangible heritage items, 13 of which are nationally recognized, and nurture 445 …

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Dawenkou Site Museum helps visitors explore Yellow River civilization

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The Dawenkou Culture originating in Tai'an is a significant landmark in the history of Chinese civilization. "In the Neolithic Age, dating back to approximately 9,300 to 8,000 years ago, the Dawen River gave birth to an important prehistoric culture—the Dawenkou Culture, which dates back over 6,000 years. The Tai'an Dawenkou site, as the discovery and namesake of the Dawenkou Culture, …

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Visionary homes in on rustic charms

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A bird's-eye view of Haiwei village in Xiapu county, Ningde, East China's Fujian province, the home of Jiang Yu, founder of a travel company. For Jiang Yu's parents, a college degree meant a different life for their son who left Haiwei, a coastal village in Xiapu county, Ningde, East China's Fujian province. Seeing the potential in tourism, Jiang and two …

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Visionary homes in on rustic charms

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A bird's-eye view of Haiwei village in Xiapu county, Ningde, East China's Fujian province, the home of Jiang Yu, founder of a travel company. For Jiang Yu's parents, a college degree meant a different life for their son who left Haiwei, a coastal village in Xiapu county, Ningde, East China's Fujian province. Seeing the potential in tourism, Jiang and two …

Jiang Haiwei Xiapu

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Dawenkou Site Museum helps visitors explore Yellow River civilization

China Daily

The Dawenkou Culture originating in Tai'an is a significant landmark in the history of Chinese civilization. "In the Neolithic Age, dating back to approximately 9,300 to 8,000 years ago, the Dawen River gave birth to an important prehistoric culture—the Dawenkou Culture, which dates back over 6,000 years. The Tai'an Dawenkou site, as the discovery and namesake of the Dawenkou Culture, …

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Dawenkou Site Museum helps visitors explore Yellow River civilization

China Daily

The Dawenkou Culture originating in Tai'an is a significant landmark in the history of Chinese civilization. "In the Neolithic Age, dating back to approximately 9,300 to 8,000 years ago, the Dawen River gave birth to an important prehistoric culture—the Dawenkou Culture, which dates back over 6,000 years. The Tai'an Dawenkou site, as the discovery and namesake of the Dawenkou Culture, …

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Visitors mesmerized by Changbai Mountain's frosty beauty

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The unique winter landscape of the Changbai Mountain Nature Reserve in Jilin province in early winter. As early winter arrives, visitors recently got to enjoy the marvelous natural scenery of soft rime ice at the Changbai Mountain Nature Reserve in Jilin province. Tianchi Lake, located at the top of the volcanic cone of the main peak of Changbai Mountain, is …

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Exceptional creativity can bind nations

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By CHEN YE in Hangzhou | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-26 09:09 Tea artists demonstrate the Jingshan tea ceremony, a traditional tea-making technique, to attendees of the second Liangzhu Forum in Hangzhou, capital city of Zhejiang province, on Monday. To promote national culture and foster exchanges with cultures worldwide, nations must first create exceptional artistic works, experts said at the …

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Shanxi's cultural heritage remains timeless

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Shanxi's cultural heritage remains timeless

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Visitors admire a stone statue at the Yungang Grottoes in Datong, Shanxi province. In recent years, Shanxi has been actively integrating its rich cultural heritage with tourism, driving high-quality development across various sectors. In the first three quarters of this year, Shanxi received 318 million domestic visits, marking a 13.8 percent increase from the same period last year. Wang Aiqin, …

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Shanxi's cultural heritage remains timeless

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Visitors admire a stone statue at the Yungang Grottoes in Datong, Shanxi province. In recent years, Shanxi has been actively integrating its rich cultural heritage with tourism, driving high-quality development across various sectors. In the first three quarters of this year, Shanxi received 318 million domestic visits, marking a 13.8 percent increase from the same period last year. Wang Aiqin, …

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Shanxi's cultural heritage remains timeless

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Visitors admire a stone statue at the Yungang Grottoes in Datong, Shanxi province. In recent years, Shanxi has been actively integrating its rich cultural heritage with tourism, driving high-quality development across various sectors. In the first three quarters of this year, Shanxi received 318 million domestic visits, marking a 13.8 percent increase from the same period last year. Wang Aiqin, …

Tourism Cultural Chinese Wang Shanxi Province

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Shanxi's cultural heritage remains timeless

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Visitors admire a stone statue at the Yungang Grottoes in Datong, Shanxi province. In recent years, Shanxi has been actively integrating its rich cultural heritage with tourism, driving high-quality development across various sectors. In the first three quarters of this year, Shanxi received 318 million domestic visits, marking a 13.8 percent increase from the same period last year. Wang Aiqin, …

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Shanxi's cultural heritage remains timeless

China Daily

Visitors admire a stone statue at the Yungang Grottoes in Datong, Shanxi province. In recent years, Shanxi has been actively integrating its rich cultural heritage with tourism, driving high-quality development across various sectors. In the first three quarters of this year, Shanxi received 318 million domestic visits, marking a 13.8 percent increase from the same period last year. Wang Aiqin, …

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Explore charm of seasons at Dongping Lake

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From the blossoms of spring to the golden autumn, Dongping Lake in Taian, Shandong, is a picture-perfect paradise all year round. Dongping Lake covers 626 square kilometers, with a perennial water surface of 208 sq km, and is a national AAAA-level scenic spot. The Yellow River skirts the western part of the lake, the Daqing River runs through it like …

Lake Dongping Lake

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Explore charm of seasons at Dongping Lake

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From the blossoms of spring to the golden autumn, Dongping Lake in Taian, Shandong, is a picture-perfect paradise all year round. Dongping Lake covers 626 square kilometers, with a perennial water surface of 208 sq km, and is a national AAAA-level scenic spot. The Yellow River skirts the western part of the lake, the Daqing River runs through it like …

Lake Dongping Lake

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Chinese premier urges new progress in developing Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, learns about the ecological environment management and protection of the Baiyangdian Lake in North China's Hebei province, Nov 13, 2024. SHIJIAZHUANG -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday urged North China's Hebei province to make new progress …

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Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

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White capsule hotels are erected along the cusps of hills, along with a pentagonal tea house amid a tea garden. Vitalization is in the air in the Greater Huangshan Region — a lush area that encompasses cities of Huangshan, Chizhou, Anqing and Xuancheng in East China's Anhui province. Cities in the Greater Huangshan Region are keen on promoting their "golden …

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Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

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Tangjiazhuang village offers a pristine playground for water sports. "The development of cultural tourism requires us to improve the rural environment, including sanitary conditions and infrastructure," said Jiang Feng, the village head. It is situated at the foot of Huangshan Mountain, but the tip of the mountain can be seen behind creamy clouds in the district's sunrise boulevards. The district …

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Cultural tourism blooms in Greater Huangshan Region

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Tangjiazhuang village offers a pristine playground for water sports. "The development of cultural tourism requires us to improve the rural environment, including sanitary conditions and infrastructure," said Jiang Feng, the village head. It is situated at the foot of Huangshan Mountain, but the tip of the mountain can be seen behind creamy clouds in the district's sunrise boulevards. The district …

Huangshan Tangjiazhuang Village

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Exploring Tai'an's Dongping by bike

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The 5th Shandong Province Rural Self-driving Tour and Shandong Province Bicycle City League Annual Finals kicked off at Dasong Everbright City in Dongping county of Tai'an city on Nov 3. Dongping Lake in Tai'an is the only important flood storage area in the Yellow River Basin, and in 2023, it was named a national-level beautiful lake. Dongping Lake boasts picturesque …

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Exploring Tai'an's Dongping by bike

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The 5th Shandong Province Rural Self-driving Tour and Shandong Province Bicycle City League Annual Finals kicked off at Dasong Everbright City in Dongping county of Tai'an city on Nov 3. Dongping Lake in Tai'an is the only important flood storage area in the Yellow River Basin, and in 2023, it was named a national-level beautiful lake. Dongping Lake boasts picturesque …

City Tour Shandong Lake Dongping County Dongping Lake Dongping

2 months ago

Huizhou and Xidi Shine as Ancient Treasures in the Yangtze River Delta

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Two ancient towns in the Yangtze River Delta have been recognized for their historical significance and natural beauty. Huizhou Ancient City in Huangshan was selected as one of the 'Top 10 New Cultural and Tourism Consumption Scenes in the Yangtze River Delta', while Xidi Ancient Town in Huangshan was recognized as a '20 Must-Visit Ancient Towns in the Yangtze River …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Free Return Visits to Xiaoxitian Scenic Area Offer a Chance to Appreciate the Wonders of the 'Destined One'

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Authorities in Shanxi province, China, have announced that visitors who visited the Xiaoxitian scenic area during the recent Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays can return to the area for free until the end of the year by presenting their ticket receipts. The scenic area, known for its stunning suspended sculptures, has seen a surge in tourism due to the …

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Hechi welcomes tourists surge during National Day holiday

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During the National Day holiday, Guangxi's Hechi city, known for its rich county-level tourism resources, has seen a remarkable surge in tourism interest. The city welcomed 3.58 million visitors, marking a 17.9 percent increase compared to last year, with tourism consumption reaching 2.64 billion yuan, up 16.58 percent. At the scenic area of Liu Sanjie's hometown in Yizhou, visitors were …

Hechi Tourists Surge

2 months, 3 weeks ago

An American guide for a Chinese museum

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Emma Chen talks about the stories behind the ring-footed black pottery jar with 12 symbols to visitors in the Liangzhu Museum in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, in May. "There are many different explanations, but they were probably depicting specific scenes or events, inscribing on a pot what had happened earlier that day, the way people these days post moments on WeChat," …

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An American guide for a Chinese museum

China Daily

Emma Chen talks about the stories behind the ring-footed black pottery jar with 12 symbols to visitors in the Liangzhu Museum in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, in May. "There are many different explanations, but they were probably depicting specific scenes or events, inscribing on a pot what had happened earlier that day, the way people these days post moments on WeChat," …

Volunteer China Museum Chinese Chen Zhejiang Hangzhou

2 months, 3 weeks ago

International fishing competition kicks off in Sichuan

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Athletes compete in the 13th China Shengzhong Lake International Fishing Competition on Thursday at the Shengzhong Lake Scenic Area in Nanbu county, Sichuan province. The 13th China Shengzhong Lake International Fishing Competition kicked off on Wednesday at the Shengzhong Lake Scenic Area in Nanbu county, Nanchong, Sichuan province. The international boat fishing competition will be held on Friday and Saturday …

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International fishing competition kicks off in Sichuan

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Athletes compete in the 13th China Shengzhong Lake International Fishing Competition on Thursday at the Shengzhong Lake Scenic Area in Nanbu county, Sichuan province. The 13th China Shengzhong Lake International Fishing Competition kicked off on Wednesday at the Shengzhong Lake Scenic Area in Nanbu county, Nanchong, Sichuan province. The international boat fishing competition will be held on Friday and Saturday …

International China Competition Fishing Lake Sichuan Shengzhong Lake

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Experience the Yangtze River Delta region on the G8388

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Qiandao Lake features over 1,000 islands. Qiandao Lake — Asian Games location finds new life The Qiandaohu Station in Zhejiang province is named after Qiandao Lake, or "Thousand Island Lake", which has long been a popular tourist destination for those seeking a tranquil and peaceful vacation. "Our most popular activities leverage the area's natural scenery — cycling along the lake's …

China Zhang Wang Zhejiang Lake Yangtze River Hangzhou

3 months ago

Hechi adds a new autonomous region-level tourist resort

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Nandan Yaowangtianxia Tourist Resort in Hechi city has been recognized as the third autonomous region-level tourist resort in China, subsequent to the announcement of the list of autonomous region-level tourist resorts by the Department of Culture and Tourism of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Nandan Yaowangtianxia Tourist Resort is located in the Lihu Yao minority. It covers an area of …

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3 months ago

Protection of major grottoes emphasized

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Tourists visit the Maijishan Grottoes in Tianshui, Gansu province, in June. As part of Xi's four-day trip to Gansu province last week, Zhao accompanied the president on a fact-finding trip to the Maijishan Grottoes, one of China's four major grottoes sites. China's vast landscape is home to nearly 6,000 cave temples, and the Chinese president lauded the nation's major grottoes …

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3 months ago

Yellow River Basin on course for greener future

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By ZHAO RUIXUE in Jinan, ZHU XINGXIN in Taiyuan, ZHU XINGXIN and MA JINGNA in Lanzhou | | Updated : 2024-09-19 Cranes fly over the Yellow River Delta wetland in Dongying, Shandong province. The forest coverage rate in Shanxi has increased from 18.03 percent in 2010 to 23.57 percent in 2020, with the rate in the Yellow River Basin reaching …

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3 months, 1 week ago

What's on

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Poetic painting A poetic sense with philosophical overtones has long been pursued by Chinese landscape painters. When layering strokes either boldly or subtly, artists tried to build a spiritual link with the universe and to give the viewers a sense of time and space, while leaving room for imagination and meditation. Poetry in Chinese Mountains and Waters Paintings is a …

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Shenyang Museum hosts exhibition on Hongshan and Liangzhu cultures

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Visitors watch the ongoing exhibition The Light of Civilization: Hongshan, Liangzhu, and Chinese Civilization at the Shenyang Museum in Liaoning province. "Spreading the 5,000-year Chinese civilization", a new media joint promotion activity, organized by Shenyang's culture, tourism, radio and television bureau, kicked off recently. Starting in June, the exhibition, named The Light of Civilization: Hongshan, Liangzhu, and Chinese Civilization, offers …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Minmetals-Qinghai JV to enhance China's role in lithium chain

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Aerial photo taken on July 8, 2021 shows the Qairhan Salt Lake in Northwest China's Qinghai province. The joint venture agreement between China Minmetals Corp and Qinghai province to tap major salt lake resources marks a critical step in advancing China's lithium resource development, particularly in response to global battery industry demand, said industry experts. The agreement signals a significant …

China Development Resources Salt Lithium Lake Chile

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Shanxi's wonders inspire art of hit game

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The colored statue of Kangjinlong — or Soaring Metal Dragon — in Yuhuang Temple in Jincheng. For instance, Kangjinlong — the stereotype of a much loved figure in the game — literally means "Soaring Metal Dragon". The official added that there are many other things with similar historical and cultural values, like the structures built in the Song and Jin …

Shanxi Yin Yuhuang Temple Kangjinlong

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Renowned artists marks 75th birthday of PRC in Guyuan

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In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, 19 nationally renowned artists visited the Xumi Mountain scenic area in Guyuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region on Saturday, where they painted on location along with local artists. The Xumi Mountain scenic area in Guyuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region is home to one of China's most …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Discover Huzhou: A hidden gem of culture and nature

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chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: Sep 3, 2024 Huzhou, a historic city in the Yangtze River Delta region, boasts a 2,300-year history of city-building. Located between major cities like Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Nanjing, Huzhou enjoys excellent transport connections, making it an easily accessible destination. Visitors can explore its ancient culture, with the city being home to major historical landmarks like Nanxun Ancient …

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4 months ago

App offers detailed views of museum exhibits

China Daily

The launch ceremony of the Shanhai Museum app, which serves as a digital portal to thousands of artifacts from prestigious museums, is held in Changsha, Hunan province, on Aug 19. However, the recently launched app, Shanhai Museum, serves as a digital portal to thousands of artifacts from prestigious museums, providing an alternative for those unable to obtain tickets. With nearly …

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4 months ago

河南博物院迎来暑期“文博热”

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As the summer vacation nears its end, the fervor of visitors flocking to museums shows no signs of waning despite the scorching heat. People visit the Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs in Central China's Henan province, August 15, 2024. Children learn pottery repairing at the Erlitou Site Museum of the Xia Capital, Luoyang, Central China's Henan province. A tourist visits …

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4 months ago

Cultural relics from Dunhuang featured in Shanghai exhibition

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Lovers of Dunhuang art and culture dressed as the characters in the Mogao Caves frescoes. Cultural relics recognized as the national treasure of China from Dunhuang of Gansu province will be featured at the upcoming exhibition at China Art Museum, Shanghai. The Great Art of Dunhuang, taking place at the China Art Museum, Shanghai, also known as the Shanghai Art …

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Cultural relics from Dunhuang featured in Shanghai exhibition

China Daily

Lovers of Dunhuang art and culture dressed as the characters in the Mogao Caves frescoes. Cultural relics recognized as the national treasure of China from Dunhuang of Gansu province will be featured at the upcoming exhibition at China Art Museum, Shanghai. The Great Art of Dunhuang, taking place at the China Art Museum, Shanghai, also known as the Shanghai Art …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Beat heat in 10 Chinese destinations

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Birds gather on the waterfront at the Erlangjian scenic area of Qinghai Lake in Xining, Qinghai province, in July. Xining in Northwest China's Qinghai province Xining offers a summer escape filled with exploration and wonder in the heart of Qinghai province. Explore the vibrant cultural tapestry of this high-altitude city by visiting the Dongguan Mosque, Ta'er Monastery, and the Qinghai …

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5 months ago

Findings reveal scale of ancient salt industry in Jiangsu

China Daily

A lacquered figure unearthed from the Shajingtou site, Yancheng. The famous debate held in the imperial court of the Western Han Dynasty in 81 BC, Discourses on Salt and Iron, kept high officials and scholars arguing for months over economic policies, beginning with whether to maintain monopolies on producers of salt and iron. According to Chen Gang, a researcher with …

Salt Chinese Jiangsu Chen Han Yancheng Shajingtou

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Findings reveal scale of ancient salt industry in Jiangsu

China Daily

Strip-shaped pits unearthed from the Miaohang site in Yancheng, Jiangsu province. CHINA DAILY Separately, at the Miaohang site in Yancheng, archaeological discoveries include relics related to the Tang Dynasty salt production facilities, such as water storage tanks, drying fields, and brine processing areas, confirming that the site was a salt-making settlement. "Archaeological surveys since 2021 have identified over 100 sites …

Salt Site Yancheng Findings Reveal Salt Production

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Findings reveal scale of ancient salt industry in Jiangsu

China Daily

A lacquered figure unearthed from the Shajingtou site, Yancheng. The famous debate held in the imperial court of the Western Han Dynasty in 81 BC, Discourses on Salt and Iron, kept high officials and scholars arguing for months over economic policies, beginning with whether to maintain monopolies on producers of salt and iron. According to Chen Gang, a researcher with …

Salt Chinese Jiangsu Chen Han Yancheng Key Findings

5 months, 1 week ago

Lijiang River in Guilin offers green development model

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The Lijiang River in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, was once polluted by stone quarries, sand mining operations and waste discharge, but cleanup efforts have made a big difference, creating an iconic destination with rich biodiversity in the river and its surroundings. From the river's source in the Mao'er highlands, clear waters wind through lush hills and verdant valleys help …

River Guilin Lijiang River

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Qinhu Lake a cradle for nature

China Daily

Editor's note: This year, the People's Republic of China will celebrate its 75th anniversary, marking a crucial year for achieving the goals and tasks outlined in the 14th Five-Year Plan. China Daily is publishing a visual series focusing on the high-quality development of various fields, capturing the process of Chinese-style modernization through photographic images. ZHOU SHEGEN/XINHUA As one of the …

Wetland

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Nanchang Meiling Ecological Tourism Resort, Jiangxi province

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Nanchang Meiling Ecological Tourism Resort, Jiangxi province 江西省南昌梅岭生态旅游度假区 Address: 149 Cuiyan Road, Xinjian district, Nanchang city, Jiangxi province Tel: 0791-83763596 A snow-capped Meiling Ecological Tourism Resort in Nanchang, Jiangxi province Neighboring the Changbei International Airport, the Meiling Ecological Tourism Resort in northwestern Nanchang city, Jiangxi province covers an area of 25.94 square kilometers. The resort is home to many tourist …

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