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Resonance from the heart Moldovan artist Tudor Zbarnea has been exploring the history, tradition, culture and national character of his homeland, drawing inspiration from mythology and folk tales to illustrate aspects of humanity. The newly opened Zhoushan Art Museum adds to the city's cultural landscape, and pays tribute to its maritime history and spirit of embracing the challenge of life …

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Intl photographers capture Tai'an's charm

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A group of 25 world-renowned photographers of the International Federation of Photographic Art from countries including China, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and Spain recently embarked on a photographic journey in Tai'an, Shandong province. Following their visit to the mountain, the photographers immersed themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Tai'an by visiting the Daimiao Temple, located at the foot …

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Intl photographers capture Tai'an's charm

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A group of 25 world-renowned photographers of the International Federation of Photographic Art from countries including China, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and Spain recently embarked on a photographic journey in Tai'an, Shandong province. Following their visit to the mountain, the photographers immersed themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Tai'an by visiting the Daimiao Temple, located at the foot …

Tai Mount Tai Photographers Shadow Puppetry

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Intl photographers explore Jining's culture, industry

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A group of 25 world-renowned photographers of the International Federation of Photographic Art coming from countries including China, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and Spain, recently embarked on a photographic journey in Jining, Shandong province. Photographers have a unique opportunity to engage in shadow puppetry to gain a deeper understanding of China's intangible cultural heritage. Photographers take shots of heavy …

China Port Photographers Jining

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Exhibition unveiled to honor esteemed cultural scholar

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On December 8, an exhibition showcasing the profound cultural research journey of Xiao Yunru was inaugurated at the Jia Pingwa Literature and Art Museum located at Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology in Xi’an, Shaanxi province, in Northwest China. Featuring a diverse array of over a hundred exhibits, the exhibition offers a glimpse into the life and works of the …

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Global lens on Shandong: A photographic journey

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The Opportunity China Vitality Shandong International Photo Festival – 100 International Photography Masters Visiting the Land of Qilu is officially launched with a grand ceremony in Jinan, Shandong province on Dec 4. The Opportunity China Vitality Shandong International Photo Festival – 100 International Photography Masters Visiting the Land of Qilu started on Dec 3 in Jinan, Shandong province. Over 20 …

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Global lens on Shandong: A photographic journey

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The Opportunity China Vitality Shandong International Photo Festival – 100 International Photography Masters Visiting the Land of Qilu is officially launched with a grand ceremony in Jinan, Shandong province on Dec 4. The Opportunity China Vitality Shandong International Photo Festival – 100 International Photography Masters Visiting the Land of Qilu started on Dec 3 in Jinan, Shandong province. Over 20 …

International Jinan Shandong Province Photographers

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Global lens on Shandong: A photographic journey

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The Opportunity China Vitality Shandong International Photo Festival – 100 International Photography Masters Visiting the Land of Qilu is officially launched with a grand ceremony in Jinan, Shandong province on Dec 4. The Opportunity China Vitality Shandong International Photo Festival – 100 International Photography Masters Visiting the Land of Qilu started on Dec 3 in Jinan, Shandong province. Over 20 …

International Shandong Jinan Shandong Province Photographers

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Old Tai'an brand explores new avenues

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A beautiful handicraft made by the cultural creative company Tong Jin Chan, one of the third China Time-honored Brands from Feicheng, Shandong's Taian. The cultural creative company Tong Jin Chan, one of the third China Time-honored Brands from Feicheng, Shandong's Taian, has been exploring new ways to attract young consumers in recent years. As one of the third batch of …

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Intricate Glass Art Takes Center Stage in Hongqiao Pearl Market

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Beijing's Hongqiao Pearl Market undergoes a revival, introducing a cultural heritage incubation center. Visitors can experience traditional glass painting techniques, including neihua, a unique art form that involves painting intricate designs inside bottles. The market is committed to blending culture, commerce and tourism to serve both Chinese and international visitors.

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Intricate Glass Art Takes Center Stage in Hongqiao Pearl Market

China Daily

Beijing's Hongqiao Pearl Market undergoes a revival, introducing a cultural heritage incubation center. Visitors can experience the art of neihua, an intricate painting technique, by participating in workshops and trying it out themselves. The market is committed to blending culture, commerce and tourism to serve both Chinese and international visitors.

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Firing up a shining past for porcelain

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Kilns ignited again as their storied history returns to life in front of new generation of admirers, Deng Zhangyu reports in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi. In this installment, we take a walk through the Taoyangli historical and cultural district in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, to examine the time-honored ceramic tradition of the city known as "China's porcelain capital". At its core, the Taoyangli …

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Firing up a shining past for porcelain

China Daily

Kilns ignited again as their storied history returns to life in front of new generation of admirers, Deng Zhangyu reports in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi. In this installment, we take a walk through the Taoyangli historical and cultural district in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, to examine the time-honored ceramic tradition of the city known as "China's porcelain capital". At its core, the Taoyangli …

China Jiangxi Jingdezhen

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Modern Inspiration: Huizhou Carvings Captivate Modern Minds

China Daily

The article explores the enduring allure of Huizhou carvings in modern times. It highlights how the traditional style continues to inspire designers and artists, who reinterpret and apply its elements to contemporary buildings and artistic forms. The article showcases the intricate details and light and shadow effects of Huizhou carvings, emphasizing the beauty and cultural significance of the art form.

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UN tourism forum attracts visitors to try local handcrafting activities

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A visitor paints on a stone under instruction from a Lijiang sand and stone painting artist at a tourism forum in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, held from Friday to Sunday. He was intrigued to do so after instantly being attracted to Lijiang sand and stone paintings that depict the stunning scenery of Guilin at the 2024 UN Tourism/PATA Forum …

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UN tourism forum attracts visitors to try local handcrafting activities

China Daily

A visitor paints on a stone under instruction from a Lijiang sand and stone painting artist at a tourism forum in Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, held from Friday to Sunday. He was intrigued to do so after instantly being attracted to Lijiang sand and stone paintings that depict the stunning scenery of Guilin at the 2024 UN Tourism/PATA Forum …

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Enchanting Murals Transform Cha Village in Xizang

China Daily

Young artist An Nianchu has left her mark on a Tibetan village with her innovative 3D murals. Her murals have revitalized the rural landscape and injected a fresh allure into local cultural tourism. An's artwork depicts Tibetan figures, scenes of Tibetan life, distinctive landscapes, unique wildlife species, medicinal herbs and more, presented in murals.

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Young Artist Creates Enthralling Murals in Xizang, Tibet

China Daily

Young artist An Nianchu has left her mark on a Tibetan village with her innovative 3D murals. Her murals have revitalized the rural landscape and injected a fresh allure into local cultural tourism. An's inspiration comes from the warm embrace of the Tibetan people, whose genuine hospitality and cultural richness fueled her creative spirit.

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2 months, 1 week ago

A Journey Through the Mogao Caves: Exploring the Vision of a Master Painter

China Daily

An exhibition showcasing the works of artist Chang Shuhong, who played a significant role in preserving and promoting the Mogao Caves, is currently on display at the Zhejiang Provincial Museum in Hangzhou. Visitors can explore the artist's journey through the caves, with his paintings reflecting the beauty and cultural significance of the place.

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Artist's Beijing solo continues literati painting tradition

China Daily

2024 No.4, by Shen Xiaotong The paintings of Chinese artist Shen Xiaotong, who is holding a solo exhibition at Beijing's Sukie Gallery, usually give viewers two opposing impressions. At first glance, one is taken aback by the striking, unrelenting red, green, or blue hues dominating his canvases, especially his large-scale works. Upon closer examination, the intensity of his work abates …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan savors charm of embroidery Thangka art

China Daily

A visitor examines an embroidered thangka at an exhibition held at the Kadokawa Culture Museum in Tokorozawa, Japan, on Sept 30. The exhibition features 86 embroidered thangkas and nine gilt bronze Buddhist statues from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Chen Jianzhong, president of Kouzan Fine-Arts Company, which is overseeing the planning and execution of this exhibition, said in an interview …

Japan Han Savors Charm

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Over 140 ICH Works featured at Confucius cultural festival

China Daily

The recent "Handmade in Shandong" exhibition held during the 2024 China International Confucius Cultural Festival in Qufu, Shandong province, showcased a wide array of intangible cultural heritage items, including Confucian mansion stone seal carvings, Qufu kaimu wood carvings, and Zibo glass. The "Handmade in Shandong" exhibition is held during the 2024 China International Confucius Cultural Festival in Qufu, Shandong province. …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Foreign media guests capture charm of Bouyei culture in Guizhou

China Daily

Villagers present the traditional wine to German social media influencer Robert Michael Adolf. The Bouyei people welcomed foreign correspondents and social media influencers in Yanyu village, Zhenfeng county, Qianxinan Bouyei and Miao autonomous prefecture in Southwest China's Guizhou province on Thursday. Together with foreign social media influencers, they participated in bamboo pole dancing, spinning, tie-dyeing, pounding glutinous rice cakes, and …

Guizhou German Bouyei

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Foreign media guests capture charm of Bouyei culture in Guizhou

China Daily

Villagers present the traditional wine to German social media influencer Robert Michael Adolf. The Bouyei people welcomed foreign correspondents and social media influencers in Yanyu village, Zhenfeng county, Qianxinan Bouyei and Miao autonomous prefecture in Southwest China's Guizhou province on Thursday. Together with foreign social media influencers, they participated in bamboo pole dancing, spinning, tie-dyeing, pounding glutinous rice cakes, and …

Guizhou German Bouyei Culture

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Food and art leave a good taste

China Daily

Snow Landscape, by Xie Zhiliu. Consequently, those who have dined at time-honored restaurants in Beijing, are figures of luminosity from the cultural circles who not only take pleasure in good food but also in socializing. This close relation between restaurants and their influential diners overtime has helped Huatian Group, which owns a number of prestigious catering brands in the capital …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dabaodao: A fusion of urban charm and traditional heritage

China Daily

Dabaodao, representing the old Chinese residential area of Qingdao, Shandong province, embodies the unique blend of urban sophistication and traditional character that the city presents to the world. The area not only reflects the daily lives, leisure activities, and culture of the local population, but also bears witness to the development of the city's flourishing native commercial culture. Today, the …

Road Chinese Qingdao Dabaodao

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Book examines aspects of Chinese culture

China Daily

The Beauty of Chinese Culture is recently published. The Beauty of Chinese Culture, a book organized by the National Office for Philosophy and Social Sciences and created in collaboration with several experts and scholars in the cultural and artistic fields, and published by CITIC Press Group, was released in August. The contributory lineup for The Beauty of Chinese Culture is …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Young people swell demand for creative cultural items

China Daily

Fridge magnets in the shape of a bronze mask on display at Sanxingdui Museum in Guanghan, Sichuan province. Museums produce rare, beautiful, fun goods based on relics, art, history When art designer Lu Xue decided to transform the inspiration she took from the renowned Tang Dynasty painting Court Ladies Adorning Their Hair with Flowers into tangible art curios, they struck …

Art Flowers Museum

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Dabaodao: A fusion of urban charm and traditional heritage

China Daily

Dabaodao, representing the old Chinese residential area of Qingdao, Shandong province, embodies the unique blend of urban sophistication and traditional character that the city presents to the world. The area not only reflects the daily lives, leisure activities, and culture of the local population, but also bears witness to the development of the city's flourishing native commercial culture. Today, the …

Road Chinese Qingdao Dabaodao

3 months ago

Families fired up about ceramics

China Daily

Winter Sweet, a piece of blue-and-white ink painting ceramist Sun Tongxin does on a porcelain panel. In 2006, the Jingdezhen ceramic hand-making technique was included in the first batch of traditional skills in China's national intangible cultural heritage list. There are 1,899 inheritors of Jingdezhen's intangible cultural heritage, more than 90 percent of whom are engaged in the inheritance of …

Chinese Making Sun Lixin Jingdezhen Lixin

3 months ago

What's on

China Daily

Shimmers of bronze Around 19th century BC, China entered an age in which bronze ware played a significant role in the material and spiritual lives of society. The objects on show, used for ceremonial purposes, banquets and wars, display beautiful silhouettes, the imaginative power behind vibrant decorative patterns and well-developed smelting and sculpting techniques of the time. Xinjiang pottery The …

Xinjiang Macao Museum

3 months ago

Guizhou is picture-perfect for visitors

China Daily

Through text prompts, artificial intelligence turns an artist's ideas into stunning illustrations of three landmarks in Guizhou province — Jiaxiu Pavilion in Guiyang, Baling River Bridge in Anshun and Wolong Pool in Libo county, Qiannan Bouyei and Miao autonomous prefecture. Using visual art as a mirror to reflect the charming culture in Southwest China's Guizhou province, 31 photographers, illustrators, designers …

Guizhou

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Shandong intangible cultural heritage shines at International Day of Peace in Jinan

China Daily

The Commemoration of the International Day of Peace 2024 was held in Jinan, Shandong province on Sept 19. Shandong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism organized eight intangible cultural heritage projects and their inheritors to participate, including Lu embroidery, willow weaving products, wooden spinning toy, Niejiazhuang clay figurines, and pankou. Lu embroidery, originating from Shandong province, was listed as a …

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3 months ago

Adventurous woman creates career behind camera

China Daily

Tibetan children stand in front of a yak tent on the Jiatang Grassland in the Yushu Tibetan autonomous prefecture in Qinghai province. Qiubi finds her niche snapping shots of rural lives, polar excursions, starry nights Adorning the walls of airport rail links and subway lines in Beijing are thousands of captivating photos. Birth of a shutterbug Born in 1987 in …

Beijing Qiubi Friends Children

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Adventurous woman creates career behind camera

China Daily

Tibetan children stand in front of a yak tent on the Jiatang Grassland in the Yushu Tibetan autonomous prefecture in Qinghai province. Qiubi finds her niche snapping shots of rural lives, polar excursions, starry nights Adorning the walls of airport rail links and subway lines in Beijing are thousands of captivating photos. Birth of a shutterbug Born in 1987 in …

Beijing Qiubi

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Awarded chef fishes out new dishes in Macao

China Daily

Alaskan King Crab with Huadiao Wine and Steamed Egg. Seafood restaurant Drunken Fish is set to captivate diners with a world-class selection of seafood and premium wines when it opens at the Wynn Macau hotel on Sept 28. Previously leading the award-winning Golden Flower Chinese restaurant, Zhang has earned prestigious accolades from Forbes Travel Guide, the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, …

Zhang Sea Chinese Restaurant Chef Fish

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Journalists advocate stronger connections

China Daily

An African journalist experiences the making of traditional Chinese glass ornaments shaped like grapes as part of a cultural activity at the 2024 FOCAC Summit's media center in Beijing on Wednesday. YI HAIFEI/CHINA NEWS SERVICE While taking part in traditional Chinese cultural activities on Wednesday, African journalists covering the 2024 FOCAC Summit in Beijing underscored the need for stronger ties …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Journalists advocate stronger connections

China Daily

An African journalist experiences the making of traditional Chinese glass ornaments shaped like grapes as part of a cultural activity at the 2024 FOCAC Summit's media center in Beijing on Wednesday. YI HAIFEI/CHINA NEWS SERVICE While taking part in traditional Chinese cultural activities on Wednesday, African journalists covering the 2024 FOCAC Summit in Beijing underscored the need for stronger ties …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Awarded chef fishes out new dishes in Macao

China Daily

Alaskan King Crab with Huadiao Wine and Steamed Egg. Seafood restaurant Drunken Fish is set to captivate diners with a world-class selection of seafood and premium wines when it opens at the Wynn Macau hotel on Sept 28. Previously leading the award-winning Golden Flower Chinese restaurant, Zhang has earned prestigious accolades from Forbes Travel Guide, the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, …

Chinese Zhang Seafood Restaurant

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Renowned artists marks 75th birthday of PRC in Guyuan

China Daily

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 …

China Mountain Guyuan Ningxia Hui Buddha Renowned Artists Xumi Mountain

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bringing Dunhuang's murals to life

China Daily

Artist and choreographer responsible for devising dance tradition based on Mogao's images are focus of touring exhibition, Chen Nan reports. In a grand hall at Beijing's Chinese Traditional Culture Museum, a captivating scene unfolds as 93-year-old artist Chang Shana and 89-year-old choreographer Gao Jinrong walk into the room holding hands. Their bond has been forged by their shared vision of …

Chang Gao Bringing Dunhuang

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Sino-South Korea photography exhibition opens in Weihai

China Daily

The Sino-South Korea photography exhibition celebrating the 32nd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and South Korea opened in Weihai, Shandong province on Aug 31. This event represents a deepening of exchanges between Chinese and South Korean photographers in the fields of nature and environment, reflecting the shared commitment of both peoples to sustainable development alongside economic …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Video: Bringing Dunhuang's murals to life

China Daily

In a grand hall at Beijing's Chinese Traditional Culture Museum, a captivating scene unfolds as 93-year-old artist Chang Shana and 89-year-old choreographer Gao Jinrong walk into the room holding hands. Their bond has been forged by their shared vision of breathing life into Dunhuang's ancient murals through dance, ensuring that their beauty and significance continues to captivate and inspire. Home …

Chang Dunhuang Gao

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Video: Bringing Dunhuang's murals to life

China Daily

In a grand hall at Beijing's Chinese Traditional Culture Museum, a captivating scene unfolds as 93-year-old artist Chang Shana and 89-year-old choreographer Gao Jinrong walk into the room holding hands. Their bond has been forged by their shared vision of breathing life into Dunhuang's ancient murals through dance, ensuring that their beauty and significance continues to captivate and inspire. Home …

Chang Dunhuang Gao

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Brushing history back to life

China Daily

Some of the ancient Shanxi architecture that Qin Zhizhen has illustrated. Hailing from Taiyuan, North China's Shanxi province, illustrator Qin Zhizhen has captured the hearts of social media users with his hand-drawn depictions of ancient Shanxi architecture, breathing new life into these millennia-old structures. When I posted this work online, it received many likes, comments, and shares, which greatly encouraged …

Architecture Buildings Painting Ancient Chinese Shanxi Temple

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Decades of excavation brings Han Dynasty back to life

China Daily

A replica of a scroll unearthed at Mawangdui. Li Qun, head of the National Cultural Heritage Administration, said the tombs demonstrate the achievements of the Han Dynasty in economics, philosophy, culture, art, medicine, and science and technology. It is important to continue research, focusing primarily on areas such as bamboo and silk manuscripts, philosophy, art and traditional Chinese medicine, to …

Brings Han

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Decades of excavation brings Han Dynasty back to life

China Daily

A replica of a scroll unearthed at Mawangdui. Li Qun, head of the National Cultural Heritage Administration, said the tombs demonstrate the achievements of the Han Dynasty in economics, philosophy, culture, art, medicine, and science and technology. It is important to continue research, focusing primarily on areas such as bamboo and silk manuscripts, philosophy, art and traditional Chinese medicine, to …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Brushing history back to life

China Daily

Some of the ancient Shanxi architecture that Qin Zhizhen has illustrated. Hailing from Taiyuan, North China's Shanxi province, illustrator Qin Zhizhen has captured the hearts of social media users with his hand-drawn depictions of ancient Shanxi architecture, breathing new life into these millennia-old structures. When I posted this work online, it received many likes, comments, and shares, which greatly encouraged …

Buildings Painting Ancient Chinese Temple His Work Qin

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Brushing history back to life

China Daily

Some of the ancient Shanxi architecture that Qin Zhizhen has illustrated. Hailing from Taiyuan, North China's Shanxi province, illustrator Qin Zhizhen has captured the hearts of social media users with his hand-drawn depictions of ancient Shanxi architecture, breathing new life into these millennia-old structures. When I posted this work online, it received many likes, comments, and shares, which greatly encouraged …

Architecture Buildings Painting Ancient Chinese Shanxi Temple

World-renowned photographers capture Zibo's charm

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Breathtaking Zibo glass art wows intl guests

Breathtaking Zibo glass art wows intl guests

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Zibo's pottery, glass culture wows South Korean guests

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Zibo photographers spotlight Nepal's natural beauty

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Zibo showcases exquisite Chinese art in Veliky Novgorod

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