The village, located in deep mountains and unknown to many for approximately 1000 years, is attracting an increasingly number of tourists, especially painters, photographers, and architects.
Rock star Jon Bon Jovi has been awarded an honorary degree from Rutgers University for his philanthropic work.
Memorable photos in showbiz from May 16 to 22.
Chinese martial artists perform martial art during the "Kung Fu Warriors" show, which is part of the cultural event "Experience China", in Berlin, Germany, on May 23, 2015.
In the coming six days, 10 Chinese films will be screened in the German capital, inviting German peopleto have a closer look at China.
Consisting of a group of sand dunes, the Mingsha Hill is famous for its desert scenery and the mysterious sound made by wind when blowing over its surface
The increase in male golfers has also led to a hike in women golfers
Literary translator Nicky Harman cannot hide her excitement when asked her what Chinese book she planned to work on next.
About 1,500 years ago, Mongol horsemen, cooking over campfires, seared meat in their shields and simmered soup in their upturned helmets.
It's a part of the country usually overrun with tourists, but Wang Kaihao discovers a quiet corner of Longshan county and is quite taken with its many charms
Hundreds of Indians living in China gathered at Shanghai's World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center to hear a town hall-style speech by India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 16.
Most fans of Korean food outside the country know bibimbab and bulgogi - and maybe fried chicken. Xing Yi discovers there is much more to it over lunch with chef Andrew Ahn.