Classic TV series journeys to Nepal for a third time

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Rise of 'China-chic' wins fans around world

The traditional Chinese-style performance by singer and dancer Liu Yu amazes audiences. Rivers to the East The profound emotional impact of Chinese culture on foreign audiences extends far beyond the confines of the dance stage. Seven years ago, video blogger Li Ziqi gained global popularity on You-Tube with videos showcasing traditional Chinese culture and lifestyle, leading her to set a …

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Rise of 'China-chic' wins fans around world

China Daily

The traditional Chinese-style performance by singer and dancer Liu Yu amazes audiences. Rivers to the East The profound emotional impact of Chinese culture on foreign audiences extends far beyond the confines of the dance stage. Seven years ago, video blogger Li Ziqi gained global popularity on You-Tube with videos showcasing traditional Chinese culture and lifestyle, leading her to set a …

China Chinese Journey Chinese Culture

Rise of 'China-chic' wins fans around world

China Daily

The traditional Chinese-style performance by singer and dancer Liu Yu amazes audiences. Rivers to the East The profound emotional impact of Chinese culture on foreign audiences extends far beyond the confines of the dance stage. Seven years ago, video blogger Li Ziqi gained global popularity on You-Tube with videos showcasing traditional Chinese culture and lifestyle, leading her to set a …

China Chinese Journey Chinese Culture

1 month ago

‘Journeying across the Himalayas’: A creative platform for Himalayan communities

Live Mint

As a student at the National Institute of Design, Aratrik Dev Varman—now in his 40s—strongly felt that the risha, or the traditional breast cloth worn by the women of Tripura, needed to be revived. This art installation is part of the inaugural edition of ‘Journeying Across the Himalayas’— Royal Enfield’s 10-day-long multidisciplinary arts festival, taking place between 5-15 December in …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Theater reimagines wuxia saga

China Daily

Scenes from the play Mysterious Lotus Casebook. "Theatergoers may become fans of the TV series, and vice versa, as the stage adaptation offers a fresh perspective on their beloved story," he said. For example, Zhang chose the Cailian Villa story from the TV series and the Longwang Coffin tale from the original novel to portray the complexity of Li's personality. …

China Martial Arts Play Chinese Zhang Series Mysterious Lotus Casebook

1 month, 4 weeks ago

Travel series stirs an urge to explore iconic destinations

China Daily

Writer Liu Zhenyun, host Meng Fei, actress Hani Kyzy, presenter Li Yajuan and stand-up comedian He Guangzhi in travel reality show Must Go. Thirty years ago, then-24-year-old Meng Fei was a young cameraman who boarded a train from Shanghai bound for the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, enduring three days and three nights across the Chinese heartland to reach Urumqi. He's …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Travel series stirs an urge to explore iconic destinations

China Daily

Writer Liu Zhenyun, host Meng Fei, actress Hani Kyzy, presenter Li Yajuan and stand-up comedian He Guangzhi in travel reality show Must Go. Thirty years ago, then-24-year-old Meng Fei was a young cameraman who boarded a train from Shanghai bound for the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, enduring three days and three nights across the Chinese heartland to reach Urumqi. He's …

China Xinjiang Meng Series Stirs

2 months ago

TV series sheds light on modern life in Lhasa

China Daily

Wangdron Tso plays Cho Dzong who runs a teahouse in the TV drama The City of Sunlight. A recent 21-episode TV series The City of Sunlight seeks to open a window on modern urban life in Lhasa for a wider group of viewers, through the stories of young people and their choices in life, career paths and emotional decisions. In …

Life Tibetan Young People Xizang Series Lhasa Sonam

2 months ago

TV series sheds light on modern life in Lhasa

China Daily

By Xing Wen | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-11 06:09 Wangdron Tso plays Cho Dzong who runs a teahouse in the TV drama The City of Sunlight. A recent 21-episode TV series The City of Sunlight seeks to open a window on modern urban life in Lhasa for a wider group of viewers, through the stories of young people and …

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2 months ago

TV series sheds light on modern life in Lhasa

China Daily

Wangdron Tso plays Cho Dzong who runs a teahouse in the TV drama The City of Sunlight. A recent 21-episode TV series The City of Sunlight seeks to open a window on modern urban life in Lhasa for a wider group of viewers, through the stories of young people and their choices in life, career paths and emotional decisions. In …

Life Tibetan Young People Xizang Series Lhasa Sonam

Exploring the Intangible: A Journey into Chinese Culture Through Key Terms and Stories

China Daily

This article introduces a book series that aims to educate young Chinese about their culture. The books, written by scholars Wei and Liu, explore the history and significance of Chinese intangible cultural heritage, including Kunqu opera and silk craftsmanship. The series is beautifully presented with attractive covers and engaging content that makes complex cultural concepts accessible and interesting. The books …

Culture Education Art Language Nanjing

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Book series opens conversations on culture

China Daily

By Colin Mackerras | China Daily | Updated: 2024-10-26 10:03 A picture from a page of the book series Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage Readers: Key Terms and Their Stories introducing Kunqu Opera. Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage Readers: Key Terms and Their Stories is a well-presented, fascinating, educational and useful series. These include two concerned with Chinese musical theater, jingju and …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

New TV series highlights legendary stretch on ancient Silk Road

China Daily

The new TV series, The Brother, features actor Yin Fang as an ambitious motorbike racer. From undulating sand dunes to rugged mountain ranges and ancient castles, Dahaidao — a 500-kilometer-long legendary route on the ancient Silk Road — has recently become the backdrop for the adrenaline-fueled TV series, The Brother. The story follows the journey of two young men, played …

Xinjiang Series Dahaidao Yin

4 months ago

Show finds the fun in far-flung spots

China Daily

A funny scene in the reality show. With this idea in mind, chief director Xie Dikui and chief producer Wang Junpeng created Random Journey on the Way, a new reality travel show. Showing on streaming site Youku since Sept 7, it has amassed 190 million views of related topics on the popular social media platform Sina Weibo. Xie, who is …

Wang

4 months ago

Show finds the fun in far-flung spots

China Daily

A funny scene in the reality show. With this idea in mind, chief director Xie Dikui and chief producer Wang Junpeng created Random Journey on the Way, a new reality travel show. Showing on streaming site Youku since Sept 7, it has amassed 190 million views of related topics on the popular social media platform Sina Weibo. Xie, who is …

Wang Reality Travel

4 months ago

India is the base of the world’s civilisation, says William Dalrymple, author of The Golden Road: How Ancient India Transformed the World

The Hindu

Having written four successful books about the ascent of the East India Company on the back of a weakening Mughal Empire, William Dalrymple turns his attention to ancient and early medieval India to produce a powerful and sweeping account of a land that was once an economic powerhouse, a civilisational cradle and an exporter of merchandise and ideas — philosophical, …

History India China Indian Road Book Greek

4 months, 1 week ago

Study tours fire interest in rich Chinese culture

China Daily

Primary students learn about a variety of minerals and rocks at the Anhui Geological Museum on a guided study tour during their summer holiday. RUAN XUEFENG/FOR CHINA DAILY From historic sites to picturesque natural landscapes, from cutting-edge technology innovation hubs to traditional craft workshops, study tours and entertaining journeys are surging in various regions across China this summer, offering grownups …

Culture China Hong Kong Chinese Tour Study Macao

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Old Chinese novel making waves globally

China Daily

Gamers showcase promotional material for Black Myth: Wukong on Wednesday in Shanghai. Cas, 35, a YouTuber in the United States, said: "I wanted to know more about Journey to the West once I began researching Black Myth: Wukong." Wukong's story is "a gateway to Chinese culture", Cas said, adding that Wukong is the "Frodo of Asia". Black Myth: Wukong has …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

The Nepal Culture Promotion Center Opens in Beijing

China Daily

By Hou Chenchen | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-08-12 18:37 With melodious Nepalese music playing in the background, a dancer gracefully twirls and leaps on a vibrant stage. The inauguration of The Nepal Culture Promotion Center, along with the "Belt and Road" — Light of Culture 2024 Traditional Cultural Exchange Activity took place in Beijing on August 8. The event was …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

The Nepal Culture Promotion Center Opens in Beijing

China Daily

With melodious Nepalese music playing in the background, a dancer gracefully twirls and leaps on a vibrant stage. The inauguration of The Nepal Culture Promotion Center, along with the "Belt and Road" — Light of Culture 2024 Traditional Cultural Exchange Activity took place in Beijing on August 8. The event was organized by the China-Nepal Culture Exchange Center and drew …

Culture Nepal Countries China Nepalese Shrestha

6 months, 3 weeks ago

C-dramas make waves with overseas viewers

China Daily

The Legend of Shen Li, starring Zhao Liying, was listed as the top-viewed series on WeTV in Thailand. Amid the wave of Chinese TV dramas going abroad, a string of smash hits at home has also gained popularity overseas, exemplified by The Welcome to Milele Village. "These excellent TV dramas embody distinctive Chinese values, showcase the striving spirit of the …

China Chinese Overseas Tv Dramas

7 months ago

Yunnan and Cambodia launch joint campaign for visiting heritage sites

China Daily

Neth Pheaktra, minister of information of the Kingdom of Cambodia and Zeng Yan, member of the Standing Committee and head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Yunnan Provincial Committee, officially launch the China -Cambodia Cultural Series on "Visiting Yunnan and Angkor" for Heritage Sites in Kunming on Friday. A campaign to promote historical travel and cultural heritage in both …

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7 months ago

Yunnan and Cambodia launch joint campaign for visiting heritage sites

China Daily

Neth Pheaktra, minister of information of the Kingdom of Cambodia and Zeng Yan, member of the Standing Committee and head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Yunnan Provincial Committee, officially launch the China -Cambodia Cultural Series on "Visiting Yunnan and Angkor" for Heritage Sites in Kunming on Friday. A campaign to promote historical travel and cultural heritage in both …

China Heritage Sites Visiting Yunnan Cambodia Cultural

7 months ago

Reality show explores cultural delights across China

China Daily

Young celebrities including TV host Yang Di, actress Gulnazar, as well as actors Chen Zheyuan, Zhang Yunlong, Ao Ziyi and Cheng Lei, have joined the reality show Random Tour, exploring different cities across China. The much-anticipated reality show Random Tour made its debut on the video-sharing platform Mango TV, featuring a dynamic ensemble of young celebrities embarking on a journey …

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7 months ago

Reality show explores cultural delights across China

China Daily

Young celebrities including TV host Yang Di, actress Gulnazar, as well as actors Chen Zheyuan, Zhang Yunlong, Ao Ziyi and Cheng Lei, have joined the reality show Random Tour, exploring different cities across China. The much-anticipated reality show Random Tour made its debut on the video-sharing platform Mango TV, featuring a dynamic ensemble of young celebrities embarking on a journey …

China Reality Show Gulnazar Zhang Yunlong

7 months ago

Reality show explores cultural delights across China

China Daily

Young celebrities including TV host Yang Di, actress Gulnazar, as well as actors Chen Zheyuan, Zhang Yunlong, Ao Ziyi and Cheng Lei, have joined the reality show Random Tour, exploring different cities across China. The much-anticipated reality show Random Tour made its debut on the video-sharing platform Mango TV, featuring a dynamic ensemble of young celebrities embarking on a journey …

China Reality Show Gulnazar Zheyuan Zhang

7 months, 2 weeks ago

Hit travel reality show ventures abroad to Laos

China Daily

A view of the Mekong River in Luang Prabang, Laos, a famed tourist destination. Impressed by the railway's convenience and the stunning scenery and friendly locals along the route in Laos, she decided to make it the first stop of the new season of the show. "Unlike domestic tourism, where we often find similar things in different places, Laos offers …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Hit travel reality show ventures abroad to Laos

China Daily

The fourth season of the outdoor travel reality show HAHAHAHAHA, featuring entertainment stars and celebrities, ventures abroad with Laos as its first stop. After school classes finish, 17-year-old Khan Sing usually heads to Xinhua School in Luang Prabang, Laos, for his usual Chinese lessons, but today is different. This Chinese program is part of the fourth season of the outdoor …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

TV series captivates audiences with financial drama and human intrigue

China Daily

A still features actress Yang Zishan. During a recent seminar in Beijing on May 16, it was revealed that City of the City, adapted from Teng Xiaolan's award-winning novel, has surged in popularity, amassing an impressive 346 million views in April, making it one of the most-watched TV series of the month. The series, set against the backdrop of China's …

Financial

8 months ago

Undertaking a journey to the West

China Daily

A scene from the dance drama, Journey to the West, a collaboration between Chinese and French artists, is touring nationwide and will be staged in Paris on May 21. Journey to the West, by Ming Dynasty writer Wu Cheng'en, follows the adventures of the Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang and his three disciples: the animal spirits Sun Wukong, or the Monkey …

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8 months ago

Undertaking a journey to the West

China Daily

A scene from the dance drama, Journey to the West, a collaboration between Chinese and French artists, is touring nationwide and will be staged in Paris on May 21. Journey to the West, by Ming Dynasty writer Wu Cheng'en, follows the adventures of the Tang Dynasty monk Xuanzang and his three disciples: the animal spirits Sun Wukong, or the Monkey …

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8 months ago

Undertaking a journey to the West

China Daily

A scene from the dance drama, Journey to the West, a collaboration between Chinese and French artists, is touring nationwide and will be staged in Paris on May 21. The score was released by the classical music label, Naxos, on April 28 last year, with a cover painting by monk and painter Shi Dachan titled The Big Fight Against the …

West Chinese Wang Journey Monk Xuanzang

8 months, 3 weeks ago

Reality show Riding Wind highlights cultural exchange

China Daily

The main visual design of the reality show Riding Wind 2024. Mango TV recently premiered the highly anticipated talent reality show, Riding Wind 2024, which spotlights international women's cultural exchange and musical competition. This year's edition of Riding Wind builds upon its previous success by taking a bold step forward, emphasizing international cultural exchanges through captivating stage performances infused with …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Reality show Riding Wind highlights cultural exchange

China Daily

The main visual design of the reality show Riding Wind 2024. Mango TV recently premiered the highly anticipated talent reality show, Riding Wind 2024, which spotlights international women's cultural exchange and musical competition. This year's edition of Riding Wind builds upon its previous success by taking a bold step forward, emphasizing international cultural exchanges through captivating stage performances infused with …

Cultural Exchange French Chinese China Daily Riding Wind

9 months ago

5 international road trips one can take from India

India TV News

Image Source : Google 1/6 5 international road trips one can take from India Image Source : Google 2/6 Nepal: Just a stone's throw away from northern India lies the enchanting land of Nepal, offering breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas and a rich tapestry of culture. The road trip from India to Bhutan typically begins from cities like Siliguri or …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Travel reality show embarks on new track

China Daily

Poster of the hit travel reality show HAHAHAHAHA. The fourth season of the travel reality show HAHAHAHAHA aired on Tencent's video platform on Saturday, offering viewers a captivating glimpse into the travels of actors Deng Chao and Chen He, pop idol Lu Han, comedian Wang Mian, former soccer player Fan Zhiyi, and rapper Dong Baoshi as they embark on an …

China Wang Laos Travel Reality

9 months, 2 weeks ago

TV series focuses on heroic railway builders

China Daily

Director Xi Xin works on the filming set of Yi Lu Xiang Qian, a TV series retelling the completion of the first railroad in New China. Li Xiaojun, the deputy head of the Sichuan province's government publicity department, said that the TV series has realistically and faithfully portrayed history, evoking patriotic emotions and national pride among modern audiences, during a …

Tv Series Sichuan Yi Lu Xiang Qian

9 months, 2 weeks ago

TV series focuses on heroic railway builders

China Daily

Director Xi Xin works on the filming set of Yi Lu Xiang Qian, a TV series retelling the completion of the first railroad in New China. Li Xiaojun, the deputy head of the Sichuan province's government publicity department, said that the TV series has realistically and faithfully portrayed history, evoking patriotic emotions and national pride among modern audiences, during a …

Tv Series Sichuan Yi Lu Xiang Qian

10 months, 2 weeks ago

A cultural crossroads across time

China Daily

The drum brought by Princess Wencheng to the then Tibetan Tubo regime during the Tang Dynasty are part of the exhibition.CHINA DAILY The writer believed the purpose of compiling this book was to ultimately become a "man of virtue" by learning from other cultures, she adds. Other precious ancient texts on display include Xinan Yi Zhi, a Qing-Dynasty book about …

Tibetan Tao Dynasty Book Cultural Crossroads

10 months, 2 weeks ago

A cultural crossroads across time

China Daily

The drum brought by Princess Wencheng to the then Tibetan Tubo regime during the Tang Dynasty are part of the exhibition.CHINA DAILY The writer believed the purpose of compiling this book was to ultimately become a "man of virtue" by learning from other cultures, she adds. Other precious ancient texts on display include Xinan Yi Zhi, a Qing-Dynasty book about …

Tibetan Tao

1 year, 1 month ago

Documentary paints picture of country's emergence

China Daily

An ongoing art exhibition echoing the recently aired third season of the documentary, China, displays 443 paintings centered on mythologies and stories of ancient China. "All the stories we selected for the documentary contribute to making clear the logic of how China has developed into the large, inclusive, united multiethnic country of today," Li explains. Director Li Dongshen Starting with …

China Documentary Season Paintings Li Chinese Artistic

1 year, 1 month ago

Documentary paints picture of country's emergence

China Daily

An ongoing art exhibition echoing the recently aired third season of the documentary, China, displays 443 paintings centered on mythologies and stories of ancient China. "All the stories we selected for the documentary contribute to making clear the logic of how China has developed into the large, inclusive, united multiethnic country of today," Li explains. Director Li Dongshen Starting with …

China Documentary Season Chinese

1 year, 1 month ago

Documentary paints picture of country's emergence

China Daily

An ongoing art exhibition echoing the recently aired third season of the documentary, China, displays 443 paintings centered on mythologies and stories of ancient China. "All the stories we selected for the documentary contribute to making clear the logic of how China has developed into the large, inclusive, united multiethnic country of today," Li explains. Director Li Dongshen Starting with …

China Documentary Season Chinese Paintings Li

1 year, 2 months ago

Zen masters' influence across globe

China Daily

Buddhists and scholars from around the world discuss Chan Culture as part of Silk Road events Representatives from religious circles and cultural scholars from 20 countries and regions attend the Dahongshan Chan Culture Forum on Oct 20. Photo provided to China Daily The "Dahong Mountain Forum: The Overseas Spread and Influence of Chinese Chan Culture" took place in Suizhou, Hubei …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Chan culture's effect on world explored

China Daily

Suizhou in Hubei province plays host to international representatives of religion and academia From left: Monks and guests pose for a group photo after the opening ceremony of the Dahongshan Chan Culture Forum. Photo provided to China Daily Representatives from religious circles and cultural scholars from 20 countries and regions recently gathered in Suizhou, a historical city in Central China's …

Culture China World Sri Lanka Nepal Countries Chinese

1 year, 2 months ago

Zen masters' influence across globe

China Daily

Buddhists and scholars from around the world discuss Chan Culture as part of Silk Road events Representatives from religious circles and cultural scholars from 20 countries and regions attend the Dahongshan Chan Culture Forum on Oct 20. Photo provided to China Daily The "Dahong Mountain Forum: The Overseas Spread and Influence of Chinese Chan Culture" took place in Suizhou, Hubei …

Culture China Buddhism Japan University Chinese Forum

1 year, 2 months ago

Xinjiang Tales: In the footsteps of Kumarajiva and Xuan Zhang

The Quint

He studied at the famous Nalanda University and became a master teacher there. He visited many holy places in the north, south, west, and east of India, seeking new knowledge, making friends, and gaining admirers everywhere. One of his greatest admirers was King Harshavardhana, who, because of this association, sent an envoy to the court of the Tang dynasty in …

India China King

1 year, 4 months ago

‘Chinese Film Days’ open in Mongolia

China Daily

The Chinese Film Days opened in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, on Thursday, during which various Chinese films, TV series, and other cultural products were on display. "Until now, The Khalkha Mongolian Language Dubbing Center for Chinese Films and TV Dramas has localized and translated more than 2,000 episodes of 60 excellent Chinese TV series, cartoons, movies, and documentaries in Mongolia, which …

Film Chinese Mongolia Mongolian

1 year, 6 months ago

Journey from the West

China Daily

Petitgirard, dancer-choreographer Wang Yabin and Dong Qiang, renowned scholar, translator and dean of the Yenching Academy of Peking University. "I was impressed by his idea, and we soon decided to work together," recalls Wang, adding that Dong Qiang, a renowned scholar and translator, who is the dean of the Yenching Academy of Peking University and the chair of the French …

Dance West Chinese Wang Piece Journey Peking University

1 year, 6 months ago

Journey from the West

China Daily

French composer Laurent Petitgirard conducts the Hungarian Symphony Orchestra Budapest during the recording of the symphonic piece Journey to the West in the Hungarian capital in 2021. CHINA DAILY French composer completes 53-year quest to create a musical dance drama of classic Chinese novel, Chen Nan reports. In 1966, for his 16th birthday, French composer Laurent Petitgirard's elder brother gave …

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