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Festival greets summer with traditional flair
This may be an age of weather and communication satellites, of mobile phones and online messaging, but ancient customs and traditions still have a role to play.
May 5, 2022
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Imprint of Zhejiang Culture – Yueju Opera
The film documents the long history of Yueju Opera, a Zhejiang cultural icon.
March 15, 2022
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Craftsman uses boxwood carving techniques to recreate famous scenes from Chinese classical novels
Zheng Songqiang, a master of traditional Chinese crafts and arts, has created an elaborate artwork featuring more than 20 figures.
March 14, 2022
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Qingke Bird Cages
This film demonstrates the proud history and exquisite skills required in the making of bamboo bird cages in Qingke village of Lin'an, Hangzhou.
March 11, 2022
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Culture of Lin'an: Rolling Lights
"Rolling Lights" is an ancient performance art that represents the deep cultural tradition of Hangzhou's Lin'an district, which is located in Zhejiang province.
March 2, 2022
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Masters of the soundscape
In Fang Haoran's profession you can forget the eyes, for it is the mouth, teeth, lips, tongue and throat that have it. Fang is one of very few full-time performers of kouji, whose exponents earn their keep by imitating sounds in nature such as those of animals, wind and thunder, as well as those of human actions such as sawing wood or fluffing cotton.
February 7, 2022
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Expats take a bite of Southern Song Culture in Hangzhou
Follow Jack Klumpp as he explores Southern Song Dynasty cultural elements in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province.
January 5, 2022
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15 sites announced for most authentic experience of Song Dynasty culture in Hangzhou
Fifteen scenic spots and shops in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province were recently honored by the local government.
December 14, 2021