Heritages

Unusual ancient buildings find new life in Fujian

2024-06-07

In the rolling hills of Fujian province, Shengheng Lou, a tulou in Longyan's Yongding district — with nearly four centuries of history — has been reborn. Once a massive communal residence, it is now a hotel.
Intl media tour unveils cultural charm of Zhangzhou Ancient City in Fujian

2024-05-20

International journalists and social media influencers immersed themselves in the unique local culture of Zhangzhou Ancient City in Zhangzhou, East China's Fujian province on Sunday during the 2024 A Date with China international media tour.
French scholar and his life's work studying Chinese shipbuilding culture

2024-05-06

René Viénet, aged 80, over the past three decades, has dedicated himself to studying and promoting what Chinese historians call the "Chuanzheng culture", also known as shipbuilding culture.
Surprising encounters on streets where heritage lives on to this day

2024-04-26

Visitors to this ancient network of streets will discover that they are home to both local and universal legacies, and are an excellent place to get lost in time.
Bringing the history back to the homes

2024-04-26

Restoration of historical Fujian neighborhood bolsters pride and preserves tradition, with a contemporary twist, Yang Feiyue and Hu Meidong report in Fuzhou.
Wangchuan ceremony, a world-class ICH shared by China and Malaysia

2024-04-07

The wangchuan ceremony and related practices are rooted in the worship of Ong Yah, a deity believed to protect people and their lands from disasters.
High hopes for lion dance of the air

2024-04-01

Young performers slowly master intricate skills required to keep the 'creature' entertaining for the audience.
Fujian man keeps traditional stove craft alive for future generations

2024-03-20

Fubang stoves are the intangible cultural heritage of Longyan and embody the cultural identity of the Hakka people. They are typically used for boiling water and brewing medicine.

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