Heritages

Ceramic artists from Taiwan experience Longquan celadon culture

Nov 22, 2024

Ceramic artists from Taiwan gathered in Xitou village, Lishui, on Nov 16, to join local artisans in a collective firing using a traditional dragon kiln.
24 Solar Terms: 7 things you may not know about Minor Snow

Nov 22, 2024

Minor Snow, (Chinese: 小雪), the 20th solar term of the year, begins this year on Nov 22 and ends on Dec 5. Minor Snow refers to the time when it starts to snow, mostly in China's northern areas, and the temperature continues to drop.
24 Solar Terms: 8 things you may not know about Start of Winter

Nov 7, 2024

The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Start of Winter, (Chinese: 立冬), the 19th solar term of the year, begins this year on Nov 7 and ends on Nov 21.
24 Solar Terms: 9 things about Start of Autumn

Aug 7, 2024

The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Start of Autumn, (Chinese: 立秋), the 13th solar term of the year, begins this year on Aug 7 and ends on Aug 21.
24 Solar Terms: 7 things you may not know about Major Heat

Jul 22, 2024

Major Heat, (Chinese: 大暑), the 12th solar term of the year, begins this year on July 22 and ends August 6. During Major Heat, most parts of China enter the hottest season of the year.
Longquan celadon shines in Russia

Jun 27, 2024

A cultural event celebrating China's rich heritage was held at the China Cultural Center in Moscow, Russia, from June 18 to 19, local time.
24 Solar Terms: 6 things you may not know about Summer Solstice

Jun 21, 2024

The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Summer Solstice (Chinese: 夏至), the 10th solar term of the year, begins on June 21 this year and ends on July 5.
Longquan residents cast swords to celebrate Dragon Boat Festival

Jun 12, 2024

During the Dragon Boat Festival,the residents of Longquan, Lishui, Zhejiang province partake in a distinctive cultural custom known as sword casting.

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