Initiative boosts efforts to preserve museum collections By Wang Ru | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-04-01 16:08

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202604/01/WS69ccd2a6a310d6866eb41305.html China's National Cultural Heritage Administration recently issued a notice and held a video teleconference to promote a special initiative on the security management of cultural relics in State-owned museums nationwide, launching a comprehensive inventory of these museums' collections and efforts to identify, address, and rectify safety hazards.

Renaissance masterpieces to be showcased in Beijing By Lin Qi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-04-01 16:10

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202604/01/WS69ccd2fca310d6866eb4131a.html Florence, a hub of commerce, intellect and craftsmanship, played a defining role in the Renaissance. Its artistic legacy from that pivotal period in human history is preserved at the Uffizi Galleries, whose collections have been exhibited in China on several occasions.

Fragile beauty, enduring legacy Traditional Dehua porcelain artistry evolves into modern cultural products, bringing Blanc de Chine to global audiences. By DU AORAN | China Daily | Updated: 2026-04-01 06:56

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202604/01/WS69cc5124a310d6866eb40ffe.html Bartosz Turczynski, a 20-year-old Polish student, stood captivated before a glass display case at the Guangdong Museum of Art. He was studying Princess Yushu, a porcelain sculpture with robes so thin they seemed to dissolve into light.

Liu Cixin inspires readers to explore Eastern perspectives through young Chinese sci-fi chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-04-01 09:59

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202604/01/WS69cc7bfca310d6866eb41194.html The international promotion of China's rising stars in science fiction took center stage at the PAGEONE bookstore in Beijing on the evening of March 26.

Things you need to know about Chinese dragon 2025-03-31 14:00:37

https://culturepedia.chinadaily.com.cn/#/articleDetailPage/1160120250331140037 Dragons are not only mythical but also mystical in Chinese culture. They convey strength, wisdom and good fortune. In ancient times, the dragon was regarded as a divine being capable of controlling the weather and bringing rain. People worshiped and revered dragons, praying for favorable winds and abundant harvests. Dragons were prominently featured on a wide array of everyday objects, serving as powerful symbols that embodied the people's profound aspirations and hopes.

Tales and Trails: Beijing, where ancient legacy meets high tech Ancient waterways reopen as neighborhoods evolve, inviting residents and travelers to experience Beijing through movement, culture and contrast, Yang Feiyue reports. By Yang Feiyue | China Daily | Updated: 2026-03-26 07:30

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/26/WS69c397fca310d6866eb3fd11.html Editor's note: China Daily reporters leverage local expertise to devise diverse itineraries that showcase a blend of historical landmarks and natural wonders in highly recommended cities and sites, offering practical guidance to experience the country.

Young Shoots Project makes Hong Kong debut By Xu Fan | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-03-31 16:59

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202603/31/WS69cb8d18a310d6866eb40f53.html Over a decade since its launch in 2015, the Young Shoots Project — a program initiated by the China Film Directors' Guild to recognize young talent — will make its debut in Hong Kong, holding a series of collaborative activities with local arts organizations from April 2 to 4.