With the theme "Revitalization of Civilization: Cultural Heritage and Human Culture Diversity”, the 3rd Liangzhu Forum opened today in Hangzhou, capital of East China's Zhejiang province.
In the heart of Milan, just steps from the famous Brera Gallery, a cozy neighborhood restaurant is drawing locals with an unexpected yet delightful combination: Chinese braised dishes paired with Italian wine.
The 11th Silk Road International Arts Festival opened on Thursday in Xi'an, the capital city of Northwest China's Shaanxi province, with participants arriving from more than 80 countries and regions for the 25-day celebration of diverse artistic expression.
In September 2025, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Sino-European diplomatic relations, the Suzhou Ballet Theatre launched a tour of France and Italy with their production The Love Bridge: A Ballet Collection. Before performing in Paris, the artists visited two of the city's iconic cultural landmarks - the Basilica of the Sacred Heart and the Bridge of Bir-Hakeim, where they delighted Parisians with a captivating "Magpie"-themed flash mob.
The winter of 219 was meant to close a life, not begin a legend. A general lost his last battle, was captured, and executed. Yet, in defeat, he began a different journey — one that would transform him into something far larger than life, a figure worshipped and reimagined for 1,800 years to the present day.
More youths from Europe shall be encouraged to come to China and see what the country is and learn from it, Tiziana Lippiello, president of the Ca' Foscari University of Venice in Italy, said in an exclusive interview in Shanghai on Tuesday.
Russia's prominent philosopher and social activist Alexander Dugin praised China's unique civilizational development and its role in shaping a multipolar world order, while offering insights into how Chinese cultural traditions have contributed to the country's remarkable rise.
Zhu Jieren, a lifelong professor at East China Normal University's Institute of the Studies of Ancient Books and Writings, is dedicated to keeping the teachings of renowned philosopher Zhu Xi (1130-1200) alive.
Classical Confucian legacy still provides enlightenment on international exchanges, said Zhang Zhiqiang, director of the Institute of Philosophy at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.
Zhu Xi, a representative of Neo-Confucianism, a cornerstone of traditional Chinese thought, stands out for his studies' comprehensive synthesis and profound influence, according to Professor Xie Xiaodong from the department of philosophy at Xiamen University.
Song Dynasty (960-1279) philosopher and Neo-Confucian figure Zhu Xi, revered as Zhuzi, has been serving as a cultural ambassador connecting China and the West beyond his life span.