Smooth progress in capitalizing on silk history

Silk goddess, a sculpture revealed in 1987 in downtown Nanchong, Sichuan province, is a landmark and symbol of a city that has witnessed the rise and prosperity of China's silk industry.

Traditional shadow puppeteers carry tradition forward

Jia swings her arms, shakes her waist and bounces on her legs to a hip-hop beat as Wang Biao gleefully directs her movements. Using three wooden sticks to hold up and move the two-dimensional traditional shadow puppet behind an illuminated curtain for the room to see, Wang has Jia bringing smiles and laughter to a crowd of onlookers.

Blending culture, history to attract more visitors

The city of Nanchong in China's Sichuan province is putting its weight behind its rich history and culture by integrating them with its tourism industry to provide unique experiences for visitors.

Nanchong promises ecological improvements

Adhering to the concept of green development, Nanchong, along the bank of the Jialing River for more than 2,200 years, has made remarkable efforts in preserving the natural environment and building itself into one of the most livable cities in China, according to local officials.

Efforts make city complete package for tourists

When crossing into Nanchong from neighboring cities Chengdu and Suining, it's easy to know when you've arrived.

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German automakers, delivery companies see value in China

With China's economy entering a new era of innovation-driven growth, more German companies have shifted their investment focus from building conventional plants to establishing high-tech factories, innovation and service facilities in China.

Ties between nations buck growing world trend of unilateralism

German investment in China jumped 72.4 percent year-on-year in the first seven months of 2019, creating strong momentum for the two countries to further generate growth points in areas including manufacturing and services.

Chinese expansion and investment in the pipeline for gas major Linde

As the global gases and engineering giant founded in Germany in 1879 celebrates its 140th anniversary this year, Steven Fang, head of Linde Greater China, spoke with China Daily on the company's development and future vision in China.

Visiting giant panda gives birth to twin cubs

BERLIN - The 6-year-old giant panda Meng Meng, sent by China to Germany in 2017 together with male panda Jiao Qing, gave birth to twin panda cubs, the first-ever panda cubs born in Germany, Zoo Berlin announced on Monday morning.

Chinese tourists take to German attractions

China has become Germany's second-largest inbound tourism market, contributing 3.8 billion euros ($4.19 billion) to the European country's tourism revenue last year, The Beijing News quoted the German National Tourist Board as saying.

Festival has an oriental flavor

FRANKFURT - As the graceful and iconic first bars of much-loved Chinese song My Motherland and Me rang out across the square, excitement stirred among the many assembled overseas Chinese, catching the attention of numerous passers-by.