 Evidence found of earliest known use of diamond by prehistoric Chinese 2009-08-07
Ancient Chinese craftsmen might have learned to use diamonds to grind and polish ceremonial stone burial axes as long as 6,000 years ago, according to research carried out by US scientists. |
Ancient capital Hangzhou continues its allure 2009-08-07
One of China's seven ancient capitals, Hangzhou was the political center of the Wuyue Kingdom (907-978) and the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). |
The 2009 West Lake Modern Music Festival 2009-08-07
Hangzhou always lacked modern music events until May 1 this year, when the first West Lake Modern Music Festival was held on the city’s lakeside. |
China National Silk Museum 2009-08-06
Renowned as the world’s largest Silk Museum, the China National Silk Museum was founded in February 1992. |
Over 100 Boats Participated in a dragon boat race 2009-08-06
Organized by Yuhang District Government and supported by the Management Committee Office of Hangzhou Xixi National Wetland Park, Wuchang Community Office and Yuhang Tourism Bureau, the first Wuchang Dragon Boat Race was held in the west zone of Xixi National Wetland Park on May 28th, the traditional Dragon Boat Festival. |
Feng's Quake Film a Foreseeable Success 2009-08-06
"Aftershock," Chinese director Feng Xiaogang's upcoming film about a deadly earthquake in 1976, would be a great hit in Hangzhou, according to a local cinema spokesperson. |
Man U pummel Hangzhou to cap Asia tour 2009-07-27
Manchester United wrapped up their Asia Tour in spectacular style yesterday with an 8-2 drubbing over domestic league club Hangzhou Greentown. |
Red Devils are gods to Chinese fans 2009-07-27
By now, Sir Alex Ferguson has likely read millions of banners praising his coaching achievements on the pitch. |
Hangzhou promotion week for 2010 Shanghai World Expo inaugurated 2009-06-24
A weeklong promotional campaign for Hangzhou as part of the publicity drive for the 2010 World Expo was inaugurated in Shanghai on June 17. |
Record numbers for dragon boat gala 2009-06-11
Simply the words "dragon boat" are sufficient to fire the imagination of both Chinese and foreign children, let alone the spectacle of these exotic crafts taking to the water and competing for victory in a series of races, surrounded by myth and history. |
What's brewing in Hangzhou this month? 2009-03-25
If you're wondering just what's brewing in Hangzhou this month, well the refreshing answer is that the city is poised to stage a major festival celebrating all things about tea. |
Hangzhou a feast for the eyes during Lantern Festival 2009-02-05
Splendid lotus lanterns on the emerald-colored Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal with a history of hundreds of years will provide a picturesque view in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang province, during the upcoming Lantern Festival. |
Art fair opens in Hangzhou 2008-06-13
2008 Hangzhou Art Fair, which is running through June 15, features exhibits from nearly a hundred galleries and art institutes worldwide. Genres span painting, drawing, sculpting, video and installation. |
Dragon boat races highlight Hangzhou culture 2008-06-12
The popularity of dragon boat racing is not limited to the Chinese. The sport's appeal crosses cultures to interest many expatriates living in China. |
Outdoor music festival held along West Lake 2008-05-04
Chinese ballad singer Jiang Xin (center) performs at the First West Lake Music Festival in Hangzhou on May 2, 2008. |
Festival celebrates origins of tea culture 2008-04-30
With a cup of tea in hand you may find it easier to unwind in the relaxed atmosphere of your home or favorite teahouse, especially after a day of hard work. |
10,000m-long paintings welcome cartoon festival 2008-03-29
Cartoon paintings, which add up to 10,000 m if placed side by side, are displayed in a square in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province March 28, 2008. [Xinhua] |
Int'l Congress of Chinese Mathematicians to open 2007-12-17
More than 1,200 scientists from all over the world are expected to attend the 4th International Congress of Chinese Mathematicians scheduled to open Monday in Hangzhou, east China to share their latest discovery in mathematics. |
Growing popularity of herbal paste 2007-11-23
With winter at the doorstep, the sales of herbal paste -a kind of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)-is rising quickly among the residents of Hangzhou, capital of East China's Zhejiang Province. |
Heritage precious, but don't rule out change 2007-11-07
Globalization may not be a negative concept, but modern developers should be cautious against replacing their cultural heritage with new architecture, scholars said at a forum in Hangzhou yesterday. |
