Heritages

High hopes for lion dance of the air

2024-04-01

Young performers slowly master intricate skills required to keep the 'creature' entertaining for the audience.
Fujian man keeps traditional stove craft alive for future generations

2024-03-20

Fubang stoves are the intangible cultural heritage of Longyan and embody the cultural identity of the Hakka people. They are typically used for boiling water and brewing medicine.
Zhangzhou hand puppets bring lunar New Year magic to France

2024-02-22

During the Chinese Lunar New Year, traditional cultural elements from Zhangzhou, such as puppet shows, paper-cutting, woodcut New Year paintings, and Minnan Gongfu tea, offered a unique experience to the people of France in celebration of the Chinese New Year.
Fengting's enigmatic Zaoli dance captivates during New Year celebration

2024-02-22

In the town of Fengting, Xianyou county of Putian city in Fujian province, dancers celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year and the coming Lantern Festival with a unique charm that dates back over seven centuries.
Fujian protects and breathes new life into traditional culture

2024-02-02

Fujian is making efforts to promote and innovate Chinese cultural heritage.
Giving folk art a sharper profile

2024-01-26

Both craft and tradition are fading away with the younger generation. Zhou, who has maintained her ties and is dedicated to preserving the art, set up a workshop in 2008 to produce and sell paper-cuts and train craftspeople.
Depths of understanding

2023-12-19

Shipwreck provides archaeologists with new clues to the extent of trade 700 years ago.
A legacy that builds on home comforts

2023-08-31

Traditional ethnic-style construction fascinates tourists as they get to experience its unique appearance and functionality, Yang Feiyue reports.

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