Mount Wuyi (locate) at the junction (汇合处) of Fujian and Jiangxi provinces. It is one of first national key scenic spots. In December 1999, Mount Wuyi was listed as the World Cultural & Natural Heritage Site by the UNESCO. With rich tourism (resource), Mount Wuyi is a famous tea center in China. As early as the Western Zhou Dynasty, it was well-known a place of interest. It has a species-rich ecosystem, with 3,728 kinds of plant species about 5,110 species of wild animals. Mount Wuyi (belong) to the typical Danxia landform. Except for the (amaze) Danxia landform here, the Daoism culture and tea culture also attract tourists at home and abroad, (especial) those coming from Singapore and Malaysia. The Mount Wuyi scenic area is quite large. Attractions there are dotted and the distance between each other is quite long. It is not recommended (visit) all the sites in the mountain, but some main attractions. With the ticket, you can reach all the attractions include Heavenly Tour Peak, Wuyi Palace, Water Curtain Cave, etc.
Art comes in various forms. Competitors at the world's leading nail-art competition take nails very (serious). Nail art is more than (decorate) today. In Britain, decorating nails is the second most popular beauty activity, after hair styling. If you have £600 to spare, you can buy fake nails (carve) from real crystals (水晶).
The desire to decorate nails is not new. Since ancient times, nails (paint) in various ways for different purposes. For instance, men in Babylon dyed their nails black to look frightening before going to war. In Egypt, people coloured their nails red, (suggest) their social status. The earliest nail polish in China was made from egg whites and wax (蜡).
Today nails are not decorated for battle, but they are still used to communicate message. A British photographer sees nails as a form of self-expression. Some nail artists go further, arguing they produce something is called real art.
"One wrong step will ruin the whole thing," says an artist. Her tiny nail sculptures (admire) by millions of fans online every day. It takes her two or three weeks to finish one piece. "Nail sculptures should be in galleries, not merely on (finger)," reads one comment online. Experts seem to agree. The first museum devoted to nail art will open next year a symbol of its growing influence.
Tiangong Kaiwu, a Chinese space mining project named after 17th century Ming Dynasty Encyclopedia, focuses on mining water ice from resources in space. Water ice is (freeze) H2O found on moons, planets, comets, and asteroids. It is critical for space exploration. Once split into hydrogen and oxygen, it could transform the Moon a refueling station for deep-space missions, potentially reducing costs by up to 90 percent.
Actually, celestial (天体的) (body) in space offer valuable riches far beyond water ice: asteroids provide precious metals and carbon, the Moon helium-3 for clean energy and building materials, the Mars hundreds of minerals.
(mine) these space resources, Chinese scientists have engineered a six-legged robot which can adapt to the extreme gravitational conditions. Three of its legs (fit) with wheels for smooth surfaces, the other three designed to be claw-like grippers (夹子) to ensure stability across diverse landscapes. The unusual design solves a longstanding (engineer) challenge: the gravity on the Moon is (incredible) weak, so a drill's force would push a robot away rather than let it dig in. The grippers can lock onto rock with 600 newtons of force to fix this problem. Moreover, the robot runs on power directly harvested from lunar water ice, literally (tap) local resources to sustain long-duration missions.
With the plan rolled out in phases, China is unveiling "space +" ambitions to explore the whole solar system.
In recent years, urban birdwatching (become) a popular outdoor activity among people of all ages. Unlike hiking or camping, it requires no fancy equipment and can be done in local parks, even on the way to work.
A pair of binoculars (双筒望远镜) is (basic) what most beginners need. By watching birds, people can get close to nature without traveling far away. It also helps people develop a (care) attitude towards the small lives around them.
Many cities have set up birdwatching societies organize regular activities for lovers. Experienced birdwatchers are happy to share their knowledge about different bird species living habits. For example, they can tell you which birds stay in the city all year round and which ones only pass by during (they) migration (迁徙).
Watching birds is not just for fun. A report says that the number of birds in a city (reflect) the quality of its natural environment. When more birds are seen, usually means the air and water are getting cleaner.
a busy modern lifestyle, taking 30 minutes a week to watch birds is a great way (relax) and slow down your pace of life.
In a university gym, a brightly colored dragon rises and falls. At the front, guiding the dragon with a pearl (珍珠), is Miguel, a 24-year-old Brazilian graduate student (know) in China as Ma Feilong. He will return to Brazil next month for a cultural exchange tour, features the dragon dance.
At the university, traditions like dragon boat racing and calligraphy are part of campus life. Through (they), Miguel has come to understand the deeper meaning behind his performances. In Western stories, dragons (see) as harmful, but the Chinese dragon carries quite different value. It symbolizes good fortune and people's (wish) for a better life.
Dragon dance, often performed during festivals, is believed (bring) luck and avoid bad things. Unlike solo martial arts (单打武术), dragon dance needs nine people. Every movement depends timing and trust. As the dragon speeds up, each performer must respond with increasing (strong) and confidence.
With about a year and a half left in his studies, Miguel considers his next step. he stays in China or returns to Brazil, his goal is clear: to keep dragon moving between cultures. "Martial arts helped me understand China. Dragon dance made me fall in love with it," he says.
"Becoming Chinese", a viral trend, has taken hold on social media platforms. past crazes for foreign symbols, this phenomenon centers on adopting lifestyle habits (root) in traditional Chinese wisdom, reflecting a deeper, more participatory engagement with Chinese culture. Started by a Chinese-American TikToker Sherry Xliruli, video attracted 1.4 million views, the trend sees netizens worldwide playfully embracing routines like wearing house slippers, drinking hot water, practicing Ba Duan Jin exercises, and prioritizing wellness.
At its core, this transformation in cultural recognition signifies that, in a (rapid) changing world, the Chinese way of life offers a (solve), characterized by order, inclusiveness, and inner stability. The wisdom contained within it, such as harmony between heaven and humanity and the balance of yin and yang, (provide) a buffer (缓冲) for today's "burnout society".
Inarguably, digital technology has become booster for cultural exchange, with short-video platforms breaking down the geographical barriers of cultural transmission and (allow) the daily habits of Chinese life to be presented vividly.
The "Becoming Chinese" trend marks a shift in China's international cultural influence from "going out" to "going deep in". When every ordinary day (see) and recognized, the attraction of "Chineseness" goes beyond simple (symbol) copying or identity labels, evolving into a more inclusive global cultural phenomenon.
Silk, one of the most sought-after fabrics, has a long history in China. (admire) not only for its beauty but also for its comfort and quality, Chinese silk is light and (breathe) fiber that is ideal for both hot and cold climates.
Chinese silk traces its origin to ancient legend. It is said that Leizu, wife of the Yellow Emperor, (accidental) discovered the silk when a cocoon (茧) fell into her tea. Fascinated by its threads, she carefully unraveled (解开) the cocoon and wove the silk fibers into fabric, an act marked the beginning of China's silk (produce).
In ancient China, silk played a crucial role in the economy. The famous Silk Road, built largely around the trade of this precious fabric, (connect) China to the world and spread its fame far beyond its (border).
Today, the demand Chinese silk remains as strong as ever, both domestically and internationally. From clothing to home furnishings and artwork, silk continues (shine) as a symbol of Chinese craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
At the Temple of Heaven, 73-year-old Li Shuyun stands tall, her arms rising slowly above her head in a smooth movement, then stretching (伸展) outward, hands open as though hugging the sky. The calming practice of baduanjin, ancient Chinese form of exercise, fills the air a sense of peace and focus.
Graceful eight movements are designed to (strength) and balance the body's energy, also known as qi in Chinese philosophy. Dating back to the Song Dynasty, this practice is gaining new popularity especially among younger generations of Chinese (face) the pressures of modern life.
Ruan Yize, a 25-year-old PhD student, started practicing baduanjin in 2014, (original) for fitness. After a sports (injure) in 2017, however, the young man realized (it) true power. "It's not just about physical fitness — it helps with mental health and emotional balance," he said.
Unlike tough workouts or difficult gym programmes, baduanjin combines slow, soft movements with deep breathing and mental focus. And the best part is that no special equipment or a lot of space (require), making it a perfect practice for busy city residents. This is evidenced by the practice's rise among younger people, many of live inactive lifestyles and are continually pressured by office stress.
Whether practiced in a quiet living room an open park, baduanjin offers a moment of calm balance in a busy world.
As Chinese New Year approaches, supermarkets nationwide fill with festive decorations and products. Red lanterns hang high, all sorts of snacks come in red packaging, and red envelopes, paper cuttings and Spring Festival couplets (pile) on the shelves. Shoppers will say "The Spring Festival atmosphere has been laman in the supermarkets," meaning that the supermarkets are full of atmosphere.
Laman, literally means "to pull the bow to its limit," originally comes online gaming. It describes filling a progress bar to its max. For example, "laman health" (mean) the health bar is full, while "laman a skill" suggests a skill has been (full) charged and is ready to be used.
As expression spread beyond gaming, it came to refer to something pushed to (it) ideal or peak state, most often atmosphere, feeling or effect. For example, creepy decorations, such as giant fake spiders, plastic skeletons (骨骼) and dim lighting can laman the atmosphere of a (frighten) house. Likewise, someone with a stable, well-paid job and a happy family could be said to have a laman sense of (achieve).
So, if you're putting on a performance during the Spring Festival, make sure to laman its effect (win) even more applause.
For more than 2,000 years, the Chinese people (guide) by the ideas of Confucianism. Now in Confucius' birthplace, Shandong province, ancient traditions are not just words in textbooks, but are brilliant, real experiences.
Elizova Elizaveta, 23-year-old Russian student learning Chinese in Qufu, Shandong, recently took part in one such experience. As she (careful) smoothed a sheet of paper over a stone and sprinkled (喷洒) it with water, she experienced the magic of the age-old technique of rubbings (拓印). "This unique practice, which does not exist in Russia, is makes Chinese culture so fascinating," she said, (explore) the emerging image with her fingers.
Not too far away in Luyuan Village in Qufu, tourists get the opportunity to participate various traditional experiences. They can try their hand at weaving delicate lujin and watch thrilling acrobatic (杂技的) performances from up close.
These examples of intangible cultural heritage, once nearly (forget), are gaining new life by combining with modern tourism. They represent Shandong's push for innovative development and creative (transform) of fine traditional Chinese culture.
As the birthplace of Qilu culture and home to great thinkers, Shandong uses its long history (keep) old traditions alive today. The province hosted the 11th Nishan Forum on World Civilizations in July 2025, more than 560 guests from over 70 countries and regions took part in.
