
Hefei’s ‘Nianhuo’ Market Brings Festive Cheer Ahead of Spring Festival
As the Spring Festival approaches, Hefei’s Chenghuang Temple market buzzes with shoppers seeking ‘nianhuo’—traditional decorations and goods—for the upcoming holiday.
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As the Spring Festival approaches, Hefei’s Chenghuang Temple market buzzes with shoppers seeking ‘nianhuo’—traditional decorations and goods—for the upcoming holiday.

The Dong ethnic group enchanted audiences with their Grand Song at a contest in Guangxi, showcasing a tradition recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Wuhan’s Optics Valley Square dazzles with its futuristic design and vital role as a transportation hub. As a sub-venue for the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, it’s set to become a hotspot for young visitors.

A new adaptation of ‘The Legend of the Condor Heroes’ by Tsui Hark reimagines the Mongol princess Hua Zheng, captivating fans with a spirited and heroic portrayal that breathes new life into the classic wuxia tale.

As the Spring Festival nears, artisan Jiang Sha brings festive cheer to Yuncheng’s markets with her handmade colorful steamed dough figurines, known as “huamo.”

Discover how traditional Chinese arts like paper-cutting, woodblock prints, and lantern shows illuminate Spring Festival celebrations, showcasing cultural heritage that has endured for centuries.

Beijing Zoo’s snakes are drawing crowds as the Year of the Snake approaches. Visitors are eager to see these fascinating reptiles and learn about their role in nature.

Young potter Xu Qu continues her family’s century-old tradition of crafting zisha teapots in Yixing, Jiangsu Province, infusing heritage with a modern perspective.

South China gears up for the Spring Festival, offering tourists a variety of festive experiences as the Lunar New Year approaches.

Shipu in Xiangshan County lights up with glowing fish lanterns, celebrating a rich fishing heritage and embracing traditions that connect past and present.