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In Hainan Province, China, an ancient ethnic group called Li, also known as Hlai, communicates through their language without characters. Li women have recorded their culture's history and legends through textile patterns, and have developed a…

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Five color pond in Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area.

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This video, which introduces the rich natural landscapes and diverse ecosystems of the Jiuzhaigou Valley, has been specially edited and adapted by UNESCO for the NHK World Heritage 100 Series.

Sanxingdui, located near the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, is an archaeological site containing the ruins of a mysterious ancient civilization dating back over 3,000 years. Excavations at Sanxingdui have unearthed remarkable bronze masks,…

Sanxingdui, located near the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, is an archaeological site containing the ruins of a mysterious ancient civilization dating back over 3,000 years. Excavations at Sanxingdui have unearthed remarkable bronze masks,…

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This video will take you through the history of the Terracotta Warriors in five minutes!

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Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, located in Hunan province, China, is known for its stunning sandstone pillars, lush vegetation, and unique geological formations. In December 1992, the unique quartz sandstone peak forest was included in the World…

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The introduction pictures from the official website of ZhangJiaJie

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Chenghuangmiao, also known as the City God Temple, is a traditional Chinese temple located in the heart of Shanghai. It dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties and is dedicated to the City God, believed to protect the city and its inhabitants. The…

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Chenghuangmiao, also known as the City God Temple, is a traditional Chinese temple located in the heart of Shanghai. It dates back to the Ming and Qing dynasties and is dedicated to the City God, believed to protect the city and its inhabitants. The…

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Photos taken on the new year of 2024 at Chenghuangmiao in Shanghai

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The Morin Khuur, Mongolia's traditional bowstring instrument, holds deep cultural significance, symbolizing the nation and recognized as vital intangible heritage by UNESCO. Its name originates from the horse's head-shaped engraving at the head of…

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North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…

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North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…

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North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…

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North of the Great Wall, the Site of Xanadu encompasses the remains of Kublai Khan’s legendary capital city, designed by the Mongol ruler’s Chinese advisor Liu Bingzhdong in 1256. Over a surface area of 25,000 ha, the site was a unique attempt to…

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Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…

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Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…

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Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…

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Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…

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Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…

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Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…

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Wuzhen, as one of China's first batch of ten historical and cultural towns and one of the top ten charming towns in China, holds a special place in the country's cultural landscape. Renowned as the "last ancient water village in China," Wuzhen boasts…

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West Lake, located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, is one of the first national key scenic spots and one of China's top ten scenic attractions. It's a major freshwater lake renowned for its beauty and is the only lake-based cultural heritage site in…

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Wuzhen photos from the official website of wuzhen lv ye ltd.

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A man in a boat on a river / A man is fishing on a boat in the water / Public domain stock photo of a ship.

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A man in a boat on a river / A man is fishing on a boat in the water / Public domain stock photo of a ship.

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The Great Wall of China stands as an extraordinary feat of ancient engineering and a symbol of China's rich history and culture. Stretching over 13,000 miles across various landscapes, it was built to protect Chinese states and empires from invasions…

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The historic center of Macau perfectly showcases the fruits of centuries of integration and coexistence between Chinese and Western cultures. From the mid-16th century until 1999, Macau remained under Portuguese rule, leaving behind a rich legacy of…

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Description: Heritage - Fujian Puppetry, also known as the Min Puppetry or Marionette, is a traditional Chinese performing art that originated in Fujian Province. This art form has a history of more than 2,000 years and is deeply rooted in the local…

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The Palace Museum is a museum located in Beijing, the capital of China, which was once the working and living place of the Ming and Qing emperors, and its collections are mainly based on the imperial palaces of the Ming and Qing dynasties and their…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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During the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, Zibo began to produce porcelain, and during the Tang and Song dynasties, the skills of porcelain production continued to improve, and porcelain kilns were spread all over the place, with famous kilns…

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Zhoucun Ancient Shopping Mall scenic spot is located in Zhoucun District, Zibo City, Shandong Province, known as the "dry dock", "Golden Zhoucun", "Silk Township", "the world's first village It is known as the "Dry Dock", "Golden Zhoucun", "Silk…

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The Eastern Zhou Martyred Horse Pit is located in the western part of the village of Hetiatao in Linzi District, Zibo City. The owner of the tomb was Duke Jing of Qi, the 25th king after Jiang Tai Gong, who reigned for 58 years and was one of the…

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Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

Chinese calligraphy is the stylized artistic writing of Chinese characters. This written form of Chinese unites the languages (many mutually unintelligible) spoken in China. The creation of Chinese calligraphy is based on a long history and tradition…

The Longmen Grottoes are a collection of Buddhist cave temples and statues located in Luoyang, China, dating back to the Northern Wei dynasty (386-535 AD) and the Tang dynasty (618-907 AD). The grottoes contain over 100,000 Buddhist statues and…

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The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, situated in Xi'an, China, is a remarkable cultural heritage site that captivates worldwide interest due to its immense scale, artistic mastery, and historical importance. Encompassing roughly 56 square…

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The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, situated in Xi'an, China, is a remarkable cultural heritage site that captivates worldwide interest due to its immense scale, artistic mastery, and historical importance. Encompassing roughly 56 square…

Mount Emei is located in the southwest of Sichuan Province, in the transition zone from the Sichuan Basin to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The main peak is Wanfoding, the highest peak, with an altitude of 3099 meters. Due to the height and geographical…

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Jiuzhai Valley is located in Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhai Valley County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, in the southern section of the Minshan Mountains in the northwest of Sichuan Province. It is a world natural heritage, a national nature…

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Dujiangyan is a famous ancient water conservancy project, located on the Minjiang River in the west of Chengdu Plain, Sichuan Province, west of today's Dujiangyan City. It is located where the Minjiang River flows from the mountains into the Chengdu…

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Jiuzhai Valley is located in Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhai Valley County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, in the southern section of the Minshan Mountains in the northwest of Sichuan Province. It is a world natural heritage, a national nature…

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Jiuzhai Valley is located in Zhangzha Town, Jiuzhai Valley County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, in the southern section of the Minshan Mountains in the northwest of Sichuan Province. It is a world natural heritage, a national nature…

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The rare and beautiful geological calcified lakes and well-protected ecosystem of Jiuzhai Valley make it have extremely high natural landscape value and scientific research value.

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The Potala Palace is a historic palace located in Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is one of the most famous landmarks in Tibet and is considered a symbol of Tibetan culture and history. The palace was originally built in the 7th century,…

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The Terra Cotta Army, also known as the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. Discovered near the city of Xi'an in Shaanxi province, China in 1974,…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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Hakka is a Chinese language spoken by the Hakka people, a Han Chinese ethnic group who primarily reside in southeastern China. Hakka is one of the seven major Chinese dialects and is known for its distinctive tonal system, vocabulary, and…

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The Potala Palace, an awe-inspiring architectural marvel, is situated on the Red Hill in Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. With its majestic white and red facades, this UNESCO World Heritage Site dominates the skyline, emanating a sense of grandeur…

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The Terracotta Army, an iconic and awe-inspiring archaeological discovery, stands as a testament to the grandeur and ambition of the ancient Chinese civilization. This impressive collection of life-sized terracotta sculptures was crafted over 2,000…

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The Potala Palace, an awe-inspiring architectural marvel, is situated on the Red Hill in Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. With its majestic white and red facades, this UNESCO World Heritage Site dominates the skyline, emanating a sense of grandeur…

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The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a group of snow-capped mountains in Lijiang, about 15 km north of Lijiang, is 75 km long and is the nearest mountain range to the equator in the northern hemisphere that accumulates snow all year round. The Jade Dragon…

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The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a group of snow-capped mountains in Lijiang, about 15 km north of Lijiang, is 75 km long and is the nearest mountain range to the equator in the northern hemisphere that accumulates snow all year round. The Jade Dragon…

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The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a group of snow-capped mountains in Lijiang, about 15 km north of Lijiang, is 75 km long and is the nearest mountain range to the equator in the northern hemisphere that accumulates snow all year round. The Jade Dragon…

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This is a picture of Jade Dragon(Yu-Long) Snow Mountain.

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Chinese shadow puppetry, formerly known as "shadow puppetry" or "lantern play", is a folk drama in which silhouettes of people made of animal skins or cardboard are illuminated by light sources such as candles or burning alcohol to perform stories.…

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French concession is a geographical area with Sycamore-styled roads and European styled buildings that make up the historical French-administered part in Shanghai, from 1849 to 1946. Concessions were the lands conceded to individual governments,…

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