Modern archaeological discoveries have rewritten and reconstructed the prehistory of Xizang, allowing us to describe Xizang's history and social development by drawing upon abundant physical evidence.
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The Golden Urn, a witness to the system of "drawing lots from the golden urn" in the Qing Dynasty (1616–1911). The system has improved the transparency and fairness of the Living Buddha reincarnation.
Continue readingThe 21st century has seen such an acceleration in globalization that ethnic and religious tensions could pose a serious threat to human survival. Can Chinese culture, or to be more precise, Chinese Confucian culture, provide insightful ways for dialog among ethnic groups and religions?
Continue readingCasted around 1200 BC, the Houmuwu Ding, a square cauldron weighing over 832 kilograms, embodies ancient Chinese culture, technology and aesthetic values.
Continue readingSome Westerners point out that the CPC is a unique political entity tending to make long-term planning, considering matters a century ahead. This underscores the basic difference between long-term and short-term approaches to governance.
Continue readingIn the growing number of international exchanges, chopsticks are often seen as a handy gift that is not only light and exquisite, but also conveys cultural nuances. These small and light sticks seem to be the quintessential representatives of "Chinese culture."
Continue readingBoth indigenous primitive beliefs and world religions have all spread across the region, both north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, influencing Xinjiang culture to this day.
Continue reading"Drawing closer to the center of the world stage" is followed by another phrase: "continuously making greater contributions to mankind." By contributions, we mean providing the world with more public goods.
Continue readingWith regard to Xinjiang's prospects, scholars from different countries discussed the development of Xinjiang and Chinese path to the modernization together.
Continue readingFrom the perspective of history and change in Xinjiang, experts and elites discussed their understanding of the significance of the Silk Road and mutual exchange between Eastern and Western Civilization.
Continue readingExperts and scholars in the fields of religion and history shared research findings and examples of the integration of Xinjiang history and Chinese culture.
Continue readingExperts expressed their views on the topic of "The Archaeology of Xinjiang and 'Unity in Diversity' of Chinese Civilization."
Continue readingOn June 12th, the International Forum "The History and Future of Xinjiang, China" was held in Kashi, Xinjiang, co-hosted by Minzu University of China, Peking University, and Kashi University. Eight experts and scholars from both China and abroad delivered keynote speeches. Below are some highlights from these keynote speeches.
Continue readingCulture of Xinjiang is diverse, but more in unity. That the unifying element is "Chinese culture".
Continue readingInnumerable ancient relics and cultural artifacts are scattered across the northern and southern sides of the Tianshan Mountains, illustrating the rich diversity of Xinjiang's culture.
Continue readingThe Scroll of the Pacification of the Junggar, is like a large-scale war documentary, depicting the nearly 70 years of anti-separatist struggle in Qing Dynasty (1616-1911).
Continue readingArchaeological findings of ancient Xinjiang proved this place as a confluence of Eastern and Western civilizations since ancient times as well as its deep integration with the Central Plains.
Continue readingKhotan Kingdom was an ancient kingdom in Xinjiang. The mural of Khotan King and Queen Worshipping Buddha in Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, demonstrates the kingdom's recognition of the Central Plains.
Continue readingThere is no one-size-fits-all model of human rights protection. According to the Chinese perspective on human rights, the happiness and well-being of the people is the paramount human right.
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Continue readingDifferent countries, political parties, or groups of people often prioritize their values differently. Then what are the most important values for the Chinese people to pursue?
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