Tianlu and Bixie
2011-03-09 16:05:56
Tianlu (heavenly emolument) and Bixie (evil dispeller) are two Chinese mythological animals that herald in good fortune and keep evil at bay. Both look like a lion except for their wings--the one with only one horn on his head is tianlu and the one with two horns is Bixie.
National Museum of China reopens
2011-03-08 14:56:25
The National Museum of China has been closed for almost four years due to its expansion project.
China archeological news in brief: tombs tell ancient stories; prehistoric plant found
2011-03-08 11:32:51
The following are highlights of China's archeological news reported Sunday.
Celebrating French language and culture
2011-03-08 11:22:49
The China Francophone Festival is underway through March 24, featuring concerts, films and art exhibitions.
Mazu culture and Xunpu women
2011-03-09 11:00:15
Quanzhou, situated on the southeastern coast of East China's Fujian province, was an important harbor and the starting point on the Maritime Silk Road. Boats loaded with goods would shuttle back and forth between the ships and the wharves, already piled high with goods.
A nymph alights on the stage
2011-03-09 08:01:33
Works of literature have often been the inspiration for theater.
China through the Lens: National Film Museum
2011-03-08 14:14:29
The 38,000 square meter China National Film Museum pays tribute to China's long and colorful movie-making history and reveals some secrets of film production.
Roles in Peking Opera
2011-03-08 11:23:59
In Peking Opera, there are four roles: the male and female roles, the painted-face role, and the comedic role.
Cultural bridge links China and Europe
2011-03-07 22:11:13
A China-Hungary-Europe gala evening, in which both Chinese and Hungarian artists perform, has created a cultural bridge between China and Europe.
Creation of Heaven and Earth by Pangu
2011-03-07 15:15:38
Creation of Heaven and Earth by Pangu is the creative myth that was spread in the Orient in ancient times.
Sui drilling wood to make a fire
2011-03-07 15:15:38
In the ancient time, people did not know the existence of fire; let alone how to make use of it.
Exhibit of Chinese mainland literary giant held in Taiwan
2011-03-07 10:05:37
An exhibition showcasing Chinese mainland literary giant Bingxin, opened in Taiwan Saturday.
