A brief look at the many incarnations of Shaolin Temple
2011-01-21 07:34:31
Shaolin Temple has been the subject of the following TV series and films.
Chinese greet traditional Laba Festival
2011-01-11 17:29:35
In China, the two most important traditions associated with Laba Festival are eating Laba Congee as well as praying for peace and good health in the coming year.
Recording 2010's culture shocks
2011-01-11 07:57:09
At the end of 2010, China Daily, in association with the leading cultural website Wenhua China, launched an online poll of the Top 10 Chinese Cultural Events of the year, with an English version for foreigners and a Chinese version for Chinese voters.
Dance of death promises to thrill
2011-01-11 07:57:09
Most Westerners are familiar with the Bible story of Salome, especially the dance of the seven veils, in which the young princess Salome dances for Herod and demands the head of John the Baptist in exchange.
Eagles still soaring
2011-01-11 07:57:09
The rock band will play its first gig in the Chinese mainland, as part of a world tour that sold more than 600,000 tickets for 40 shows in 2010.
Bronze mirrors reflect history of Han Dynasty
2011-01-10 14:32:56
A museum in Eastern China's Suzhou city was established to showcase some exquisite bronze mirrors that date back over 2000 years.Bronze mirrors are usually circular, with one side polished as a mirror and the other side reserved for intricate designs.
New Year stage boom in China
2011-01-10 14:26:33
With the arrival of the New Year, theatres around China are heating up with quality concerts staged by veteran singers. Meanwhile, sluggish album sales are showing signs of recovery.
Classic play to sweep Beijing stage
2011-01-10 14:26:33
After touring 10 cities in China with record box office receipts, the stage production "Four Generations Under One Roof" will return to Beijing from January 13th to 28th in Tianqiao Theater. The drama is an adaptation of famed writer Lao She's novel of the same name.
Folk culture seeks inheritors
2011-01-10 14:26:33
During the Shanghai Ethnic Folk Customs and Cultures exposition, most visitors are from the older generation. The lack of interest by younger participants is causing concerns for the older folks.
"Impression on Mount Putuo" staged in Zhejiang
2011-01-10 14:12:10
The grand performance "Impression on Mount Putuo" is being staged in the divine tourist spot in China's eastern Zhejiang Province. By integrating itself with the beautiful scenes, the performance is aimed to provide an easy outlet to relax audiences from the daily hustle and bustle.
Exhibition of Chinese fine arts, calligraphy opens in Vietnam
2011-01-10 14:05:28
A beautiful exhibition of fine arts, calligraphy and photography works by Chinese artists opened here on Wednesday as part of a series of activities to celebrate the 61st anniversary of establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Houston puts on Chinese art show to celebrate China-U.S. friendship
2011-01-10 14:03:49
An art show featuring Chinese folk songs and dances was held in Houston Saturday, prior to Chinese President Hu Jintao's state visit to the United States in January.
