The Chinese zodiac consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. In traditional Chinese culture, the rat is regarded as a symbol of wit, diligence, fertility and prosperity.
China's top film authorities hosted a promotional event Wednesday to launch the upcoming Spring Festival film season, featuring six major films vying for box office dominance during the lucrative holiday.
To enhance the visitor experience for international travelers, Trip.com Group launched the "Beijing Express" initiative in December 2024. This program offers free half-day tours to popular cultural landmarks, coinciding with the recent expansion of China's visa-free transit policy.
Marking the beginning of a new year in China, Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival for Chinese people, carrying their hopes for a new beginning.
Since China expanded its visa-free transit policy in December, historical sites in Beijing, particularly those along the city's Central Axis, have witnessed a surge in international visitors.
Several Chinese residents in Los Angeles spoke with China.org.cn about their harrowing experiences and coping mechanisms following the devastating wildfires that ravaged California. They also expressed concerns about the government's response to the disaster.
Musicians from Shanghai and Qinghai celebrated China's great rivers with a concert at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Jan. 7, highlighting the cultural heritage tied to these vital waterways.
China's leading comedy brand, Mahua Fun Age, signed a letter of intent with France's renowned theme park operator Puy du Fou on Jan. 15 in Beijing, aimed at exploring cross-cultural exchanges, executives revealed to China.org.cn.
China's economy grew by 5% year on year to 134.9 trillion yuan (US$18.77 trillion) in 2024, meeting the growth target and topping 130 trillion yuan for the first time, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Friday.
Shanghai-based Dragon TV has begun re-airing the iconic sci-fi series "Man from Atlantis," which holds significant cultural importance for the Chinese people as the first foreign sci-fi show broadcast in China in 1980.
In traditional Chinese culture, which is largely centered around agriculture, the ox has always been regarded as essential, symbolizing diligence and dedication.
Join China.org.cn as we dive into the 2025 Spring Festival shopping market in Beijing! As China's most important traditional holiday approaches, we take a look at how locals are gearing up for the festivities.
Renowned filmmaker Zhang Yimou said that Chinese films should strive to earn their place on the world stage and gain global influence at the 2024 Weibo Night awards.
Beijing's historical sites, especially along the city's central axis, have seen a significant rise in foreign visitors since China further relaxed its visa-free transit policy in December.
