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The southern metropolis of Guangzhou has been decorated anew for the upcoming 15th National Games of China. For the firs...
07/11/2025

The southern metropolis of Guangzhou has been decorated anew for the upcoming 15th National Games of China. For the first time, the sporting event will be co-hosted by Guangdong Province along with the neighboring Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions from November 9 to 21. The opening ceremony is set to be held at the Guangdong Olympic Center in Guangzhou. [Photo: VCG]

07/11/2025

Say hello to the iconic Terracotta Warriors at the Mausoleum of Qinshihuang, one of the world's most renowned tourist attractions. Located northwest of Xi'an, this UNESCO World Site houses the Terracotta Army — thousands of intricately carved, life-sized sculptures of warriors, each uniquely detailed and remarkably lifelike.

07/11/2025

Norwegian film director Vibeke Løkkeberg brought her new documentary "The Long Road to the Director's Chair" to the Beijing International Film Festival. Originally shot in 1973, the documentary delves into the first International Women's Film Seminar held in Berlin. In an interview with CGTN reporter Min Rui, Løkkeberg candidly shared her insights on the American films and her desire to work more closely with Chinese filmmakers. https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-04-24/Norwegian-director-offers-sharp-critique-of-American-cinema-1CPOnLwsati/p.html

06/11/2025

Guangdong Province in south China added five new ports offering the 240-hour visa-free transit program starting on November 5, as part of China's ongoing efforts to further advance its opening-up policy. In preparation for the upcoming 15th National Games, the new ports have begun operating to provide easier access for overseas tourists visiting Guangdong to attend the sporting events.
https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-11-06/Guangdong-expands-240-hour-visa-free-transit-to-5-additional-ports-1I4KdP3AWli/p.html

06/11/2025

The bell of the Shanghai Customs House has chimed over the Bund for nearly a century. From September 28 to November 28, this historic landmark is open to the public for the first time since its completion in 1927. What does its interior look like? What stories and memories does it hold? Watch the video to find out.

In Boyacá, Colombia, visitors flock to the iconic Puente de Boyacá (Bridge of Boyacá), one of the nation's most importan...
06/11/2025

In Boyacá, Colombia, visitors flock to the iconic Puente de Boyacá (Bridge of Boyacá), one of the nation's most important historical landmarks. Located about 110 kilometers from Bogotá, the bridge spans the Teatinos River Valley near the Pan-American Highway. It stands as a symbol of Colombia's independence, marking the site of the decisive Battle of Boyacá in 1819, when the country took a major step toward freedom. [Photo: IC]

A number of homegrown passenger electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft made their collective debut at t...
06/11/2025

A number of homegrown passenger electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft made their collective debut at the ongoing 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai. The showcase highlighted the INFLYNC L600 – the world's first full-size tiltwing ducted-fan eVTOL.
As a new type of aircraft, eVTOLs are powered by electric motors and adopt distributed propulsion technology, enabling them to take off and land vertically. They are set to play a key role in the future of transportation. [Photo: VCG] For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-11-06/Chinese-made-passenger-eVTOLs-shine-at-Shanghai-s-CIIE-1I4W5xsEe8U/p.html

06/11/2025

A symbol of Wuhan and a must-visit landmark – welcome to the Yellow Crane Tower! Perched proudly atop Snake Hill, this five-story pavilion stands more than 50 meters high, offering breathtaking views of the mighty Yangtze River, its iconic bridges, and Wuhan's vibrant skyline. Join CGTN reporter Lucy as she explores the timeless charm of this legendary tower, and stay tuned for our upcoming episode, "240-Hour Pass in China: Where Pavilions Meet Peaks!"
For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-11-05/Discover-the-Yellow-Crane-Tower-a-timeless-symbol-of-Wuhan-1I3fX9O4iHK/p.html

"It doesn't need much care to thrive." This is why toy designer Xu Wen has used the image of a prickly cactus in his lat...
06/11/2025

"It doesn't need much care to thrive." This is why toy designer Xu Wen has used the image of a prickly cactus in his latest series, "Present You With a Pot of Cactus." Featuring vibrant colors and facial expressions like side-eye and downturned corners of the mouth, these whimsical pieces embody Xu Wen's design philosophy of resilience and self-sufficient vitality, which also resonates with the younger generations' lifestyle. [Photo: China Plus]
https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-11-05/And-now-we-present-you-with-a-pot-of-cactus--1I3bnTwgn4c/p.html

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