New Year elements shine on traditional Chinese attire design in east China

Chinese designers have introduced New Year elements to Hanfu, or the traditional Chinese attire, to mark the upcoming Chinese Year of the Snake.

January 27, 2025

New railway tunnel to enhance China-Europe freight connectivity, set for completion in May 2025

The 602-meter tunnel along the railway linking Suifenhe and the China-Russia border line, in Suifenhe, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, is expected to be bored through this May, and once operational, it will replace the three old tunnels that have been in service for over 120 years.

January 27, 2025

Imported products welcomed by Chinese customers during Spring Festival shopping season

A wide range of flavors from around the world now are welcomed by Chinese people at their festive dining tables, displaying China's growing consumption power and expanding imports.

January 26, 2025

Experience the rituals of Spring Festival

The Year of the Snake is just around the corner! Follow Xinhua's foreign reporter, Maria, on a journey to discover the magic and spirit of the Spring Festival.

January 26, 2025

How technology empowers Spring Festival travel rush

An estimated record of 9 billion passenger trips is expected during China's 40-day Spring Festival travel rush. Innovative technologies have been introduced to enhance the ease and efficiency of travel.

January 21, 2025

Keywords to understand China: Deepening reform and opening up

Einar Tangen of the Taihe Institute offers clarity on the often used yet misunderstood term in Chinese policy, "deepening reform and opening up," and explains how it marks a new phase of China's development.

January 16, 2025

China's Spring Festival travel rush begins with record 9 billion trips expected

China ushered in its largest annual population migration on Tuesday, 15 days ahead of the Spring Festival. Nine billion passenger trips are expected during this year's travel rush period that ends on Feb. 22.

January 15, 2025

Chinese scientists develop research platform for 'artificial sun'

A linear plasma generator has reached the design specifications, making China the second country in the world, after the Netherlands, to develop such a high-flux plasma generator, the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science announced Tuesday.

January 15, 2025

China's Heilongjiang attracts tourists to ice, snow wonders

This winter, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province is drawing tourists with its spectacular ice and snow attractions.

January 14, 2025

Chinese cities buzz with tourists from ROK amid expanded visa-free access

For many people from the ROK, the new transit policy has made travel to China more appealing. Zhangjiajie, alongside major destinations like Beijing, Shanghai and Qingdao, is now buzzing with ROK tourists.

January 8, 2025

Harmonies of heritage: When Chinese terraces meet Swiss vineyards

The Honghe Hani Rice Terraces in China and the Lavaux vineyard terraces in Switzerland are both UNESCO-listed world heritage sites. In different parts of the world, people have created the same world-famous terraced wonders, where people and nature live in harmony. Embark on an enchanting journey with Xinhua correspondent to explore the cross-cultural dialogue between the two terraces.

January 7, 2025

China-Europe freight train service enhances connectivity, win-win cooperation

Since their inception over 13 years ago, China-Europe freight trains have transported over 11 million TEUs of goods valued at over 420 billion USD. Promoting trade and connectivity between Europe and Asia, the service has evolved into a cornerstone of BRI.

January 6, 2025

Foreign visitors experience charm of China's Great Wall

In the beginning days of the new year, the Jinshanling Great Wall in north China's Hebei Province has seen a new wave of international tourists, who were eager to experience its historical and cultural charms.

January 6, 2025

China 2024: Resilience, recovery, new economic frontiers

China's economy demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability in 2024, amid complex domestic and global landscapes.

January 2, 2025

China's low altitude economy taking off

When you're starving and waiting for your food delivery, don't just watch for the delivery guy -- keep an eye on the sky for a drone! Join us for a sneak peek into the future of low-altitude economy!

December 30, 2024

World's longest expressway tunnel opens in Xinjiang

The world's longest expressway tunnel, known as the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, was completed in Xinjiang on Monday.

December 30, 2024

Zhengyangmen Archery Tower opens to the public in Beijing

Located on the Beijing Central Axis, the Zhengyangmen Archery Tower opened to the public on Thursday. Let's take a closer look!

December 27, 2024

Chinese theater troupe breathes new life into French classics, says French theater veteran

"I believe you've helped the French rediscover their own culture through Chinese theater," Christian Luciani, an 83-year-old French theater veteran, said after watching a performance by a traditional Chinese theater troupe in the southern French city of Avignon.

December 26, 2024

Winter sports economy thrives in southern China

Winter sports, originally considered exclusive to northern China, are now developing vigorously in southern China.

December 25, 2024

China 2024: Breakthroughs & achievements in aerospace

Manned space program, lunar probe, commercial space launch... Take a quick snapshot of China's achievements in space exploration throughout 2024.

December 25, 2024

Foreigners explore Song Dynasty culture in Jiangsu

An exhibition featuring lifestyle aesthetics of the Song Dynasty (960-1279) was staged at Changzhou Art Museum. A group of foreigners visited the museum on Friday to experience Chinese culture.

December 24, 2024

'Panda ambassadors' win hearts worldwide

Giant pandas have been playing the role of "ambassadors," fostering bridges of friendship between China and other countries.

December 24, 2024

Tales of Chinese Clothing in Cultural Relics | The Dawn of the Chinese Civilization

The Shimao Site, dating back nearly 4,000 years, features massive stone structures that exceed our understanding of early Chinese civilization and may have been the capital of the Xia Dynasty.

December 23, 2024

Elderly care cooperation enhanced in Greater Bay Area

Seniors from China's Hong Kong and Macao are finding comfort care at elderly homes in Guangdong as elderly care cooperation has been enhanced in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

December 19, 2024

25 years on: Macao's success story

Macao is marking the 25th anniversary of its return to the motherland. Over the past 25 years, what achievements has Macao made? What lies at the heart of its success?

December 19, 2024

Aerial views of the majestic Yanji Yangtze River Bridge under construction

At the construction site of the Yanji Yangtze River Bridge, workers performed high-altitude operations nearly 200 meters above the river, with the Yangtze's waves flowing beneath them. The Yanji Yangtze River Bridge spans across the Huangzhou District of Huanggang City and Yanji Township in Ezhou City, Hubei Province.

December 18, 2024

From tombs to tourism: reviving ancient ethnic Chinese legacy

Archaeological studies and excavations have this year produced significant insights into the flood control systems and cultural heritage of the Xixia Imperial Tombs in northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region.

December 16, 2024

What makes your China trip more convenient? Get a BEIJING PASS

With QR codes at every turn and mobile wallets at our fingertips, getting around a city in China has gotten much easier. But how does this cash-free payment cater to international visitors? Follow Xinhuanet reporters to explore how to make your China trip more convenient with a BEIJING PASS.

December 12, 2024

New sea-crossing path opens to traffic in China's Guangdong

A new sea-crossing bridge has opened to traffic in southern China. The 31-km link is an extension of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge.

December 12, 2024

Aerial splendor: Midwinter majesty of Yulong Snow Mountain

Yulong Snow Mountain in Lijiang City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, is renowned for its rich natural tourism resources and breathtaking scenery. In midwinter, its picturesque landscapes attract crowds of visitors eager to experience the stunning views.

December 10, 2024