Culture

'Glory of Ancient Persia' exhibition opens in Urumqi

December 12, 2024

The "Glory of Ancient Persia: Treasures from Iran" exhibition opened at the Xinjiang Museum in Urumqi, capital of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, last week and will run until March 6, 2025.
Preserving tradition through craftsmanship

December 21, 2023

In the village of Yujiagong, nestled within Beiting town, Jimusaer county, resides a renowned artisan who has dedicated 15 years to the craft of Mongolian horsehead fiddle making.
A glimpse into tax exemption system along the Silk Road

September 13, 2023

An ancient document reveals how tax officials called "Kongmusi" issued tax exemption certificates to merchants along the Silk Road 1,000 years ago.
'Xinjiang Is a Nice Place' opens for a third year

September 5, 2023

On Aug 23, this year's "Xinjiang Is a Nice Place "Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition, opened at the Xinjiang Institute of Technology in Aksu prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
Xinjiang cultural heritage exhibition proves success

August 31, 2023

An intangible cultural heritage exhibition, co-hosted by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the government of the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, was held from Aug 23-27 in Aksu prefecture, Xinjiang.
Dance festival celebrates ethnic unity

July 20, 2023

Xinjiang's diverse culture and crucial trading role acknowledged by domestic and international acts
Song Dynasty bronze mirror reflects ancient cultural connections in Xinjiang

July 19, 2023

A collection of cultural relics from the 1980s has been discovered in Xinjiang, among which stands a remarkable find: a bronze mirror from the Song Dynasty (960-1279) made by the Wang Family of Chang'an (today known as Xi'an).
International dancers from 11 countries to meet in Xinjiang

July 13, 2023

As most of China enters a period of hottest days in summer, an international dance festival to be held in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region will further "heat up" the atmosphere.