In good voice
2011-04-26 11:32:48
Sa Dingding is well known in the West as a crossover artist, but she is now concentrating on getting Chinese people to appreciate her folk roots.
Beijing to host Menuhin Competition
2011-04-26 11:31:42
One of the world's most prestigious competitions for young violinists, the Menuhin Competition, will be held in Beijing from April 6 to 15, 2012.
Experience this right royal treat
2011-04-26 11:19:50
Former residence of Qing Dynasty nobleman offers hotel guests insights into the life and times of an old imperial capital. For many visitors to Beijing, staying in a former residence of the royal family or a famous nobleman would be the ultimate experience.
Paintings add pop to ancient tradition
2011-04-26 11:10:12
Most visitors to Ru Xiaofan's new exhibition cannot help apologizing when they meet the artist himself. "Oh, you are not a woman," they say, after being confused by Ru's name. Flowers are a favorite subject in Ru's works.
Hold your breath and strike a pose
2011-04-25 18:24:40
Underwater shoots add new dimension to wedding photos, Wu Wencong reports. Dressed in a beautiful white wedding gown, with her hair carefully styled and her groom by her side, Xian Lanjie gave a shy smile and dived into the pool of clear blue water.
For global gourmets
2011-04-25 18:23:32
Sandeep Sekhri exploits opportunities in Hong Kong by offering an international platter of food and beverage choices. Rebecca Lo finds out what motivates him.
Visiting New York’s exclusive rooftop gardens
2011-04-25 18:21:41
Eagle-eyed Manhattan pedestrians may spy them high above the street: lush, tree-lined gardens, whose defiant greenery interrupts an urban panorama of concrete and glass.
Wallachia’s historic churches
2011-04-25 18:20:26
Whether motivated by architecture, history or faith, many travelers to Europe are eager to visit the continent's great churches. Mike Peters explores some unusual wooden churches in an ancient region.
Classic tale retold
2011-04-25 18:15:49
Composer Zhou Long's Pulitzer for an opera version of a Chinese legend caps decades of efforts to bridge the cultures of East and West. Mu Qian reports.
Festival to screen Oscar winners and Chinese art house flicks
2011-04-25 16:46:15
Film buffs in Beijing can watch the latest Oscar-winning films for less than 40 yuan ($6), nearly half the usual ticket price for a Hollywood blockbuster in China, thanks to a film gala that opens in the city on Saturday.
Hot buns and roast lamb
2011-04-25 16:43:57
As the world gets smaller, festive food is no longer restricted to particular cultures or beliefs. Pauline D. Loh remembers some traditional Easter food.
Iconic '63' continues to stand tall
2011-04-25 16:41:07
The Crowne Plaza Guangzhou City Center remains the heart of the southern Chinese city with its recent extensive makeover. Li Wenfang reports.