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Cutting off the past
Deep inside the lane of Dongsi Qitiao in downtown Beijing, an old barber greets a customer. |
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Wisdom of life through martial arts
Wudang Kung Fu, an important school of Chinese Martial Arts, has a very long history. Chinese martial arts of all sorts have a long history and a great diversity of methods and styles. |
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See the world - in Beijing
The Beijing Games hasn't only brought visitors from around the world to China, it's given global cultural and diplomatic organizations a chance to showcase their native cultures in the Olympic city. |
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Day-planner for August 14
China's National Acrobatic Troupe is running its latest production Splendid, featuring 13 award-winning acrobatic performances, plus aerial acts, farces, vocal imitations and magc. |
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State of the art:798
Beijing's 798 art district, a cultural landmark in what was once a secret military factory complex, has gotten a facelift for the ongoing Olympic Games. |
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Kungfu's moment of glory
Behind the glitz and the glamour lies a story of intense devotion by performers at the Olympics opening ceremony. |
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Day-planner: Aug 13
Here is a nice plan for today's activities outside the competition arena. |
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One night in Beijing: Beijing bars
This 24-hour sports bar decorated with photographs that match its namesake has become an expat favorite in Olympic duration. |
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Day-planner: Aug 12
Here is a nice plan for today's activities outside the competition arena. |
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Day-planner: Aug. 11
Here is a nice plan for today's activities outside the competition arena. |
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