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A beautiful moment of unspoken connection. 🥹

A beautiful moment of unspoken connection. 🥹

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A DIY mecha suit just rolled into a Zhengzhou takeout spot for pick-up. The future of food delivery just got an epic upgrade. 🤖🥡

A DIY mecha suit just rolled into a Zhengzhou takeout spot for pick-up. The future of food delivery just got an epic upgrade. 🤖🥡

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Beyond China's world-famous high-speed rail, there's another side to its trains: This is the "village slow trains" (公益慢火车) winds through remote mountains in Guizhou. Farmers casually bring goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, fruits, and vegetables on board to sell in town. Lowest ticket: just 2 yuan (~$0.28). No extra charge for livestock. 81 pairs still run nationwide, mainly -a public welfare lifeline for rural communities.

Beyond China's world-famous high-speed rail, there's another side to its trains: This is the "village slow trains" (公益慢火车) winds through remote mountains in Guizhou. Farmers casually bring goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, fruits, and vegetables on board to sell in town. Lowest ticket: just 2 yuan (~$0.28). No extra charge for livestock. 81 pairs still run nationwide, mainly -a public welfare lifeline for rural communities.

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This is the real China, too. A 19-year-old Chinese college student took a green-skinned slow train to Beijing last week. Standing before the 1959-built Beijing Railway Station, he recorded a simple, heartfelt video to mark his first trip to the capital. The dusty spring wind, dim backlit footage, his plain clothes, and genuine narration instantly went viral across Chinese social media. China now boasts world-class high-speed rail, yet many ordinary people still choose cheap green trains to save every yuan. Sleek new stations dazzle, but old ones like this continue to serve quietly. In 2025, Chinese made 6.52 billion domestic trips — yet roughly 800 million people have never visited Beijing. Beijing’s air has improved dramatically, but spring sandstorms still arrive without warning. This is China: where speed and slowness, splendor and simplicity coexist.

This is the real China, too. A 19-year-old Chinese college student took a green-skinned slow train to Beijing last week. Standing before the 1959-built Beijing Railway Station, he recorded a simple, heartfelt video to mark his first trip to the capital. The dusty spring wind, dim backlit footage, his plain clothes, and genuine narration instantly went viral across Chinese social media. China now boasts world-class high-speed rail, yet many ordinary people still choose cheap green trains to save every yuan. Sleek new stations dazzle, but old ones like this continue to serve quietly. In 2025, Chinese made 6.52 billion domestic trips — yet roughly 800 million people have never visited Beijing. Beijing’s air has improved dramatically, but spring sandstorms still arrive without warning. This is China: where speed and slowness, splendor and simplicity coexist.

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Dunhuang Celestial Dance, performed by Rourou Tian. @舞蹈者天肉肉

Dunhuang Celestial Dance, performed by Rourou Tian. @舞蹈者天肉肉

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In the tech-driven era, Laojun Mountain老君山, a 5A scenic area in China’s Henan province, has made a counter-trend choice on November 30th : preserving manual cargo transport to protect 37 porters' livelihoods. While drones could save RMB 30,000 yearly, the scenic area prioritized these workers—averaging age 52, mostly from nearby villages—who would struggle to find new jobs if replaced. These porters have become living landmarks. They know every path, warn tourists of icy spots, and even serve as rescuers with first-aid training. Many visitors specifically buy water from them, saying "water carried by humans feels warmer." Laojun Mountain isn't against technology—drones are used in fire prevention and safety monitoring. But in cargo transport, they choose to be "a little slower," valuing people over efficiency. What are your thoughts on this?

In the tech-driven era, Laojun Mountain老君山, a 5A scenic area in China’s Henan province, has made a counter-trend choice on November 30th : preserving manual cargo transport to protect 37 porters' livelihoods. While drones could save RMB 30,000 yearly, the scenic area prioritized these workers—averaging age 52, mostly from nearby villages—who would struggle to find new jobs if replaced. These porters have become living landmarks. They know every path, warn tourists of icy spots, and even serve as rescuers with first-aid training. Many visitors specifically buy water from them, saying "water carried by humans feels warmer." Laojun Mountain isn't against technology—drones are used in fire prevention and safety monitoring. But in cargo transport, they choose to be "a little slower," valuing people over efficiency. What are your thoughts on this?

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Birdwatching, 21st century style, China.

Birdwatching, 21st century style, China.

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A nearly 2,000-year-old ancient Shu road 古蜀道 in Sichuan stretches in fragments for about 150 kilometers from Langzhong to Chengdu. Lined with thousand-year-old cypress trees and running alongside a modern highway, it has become a hiker’s paradise.

A nearly 2,000-year-old ancient Shu road 古蜀道 in Sichuan stretches in fragments for about 150 kilometers from Langzhong to Chengdu. Lined with thousand-year-old cypress trees and running alongside a modern highway, it has become a hiker’s paradise.

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Who is leading in this shot video？old school Square Dancing in Shandong.

Who is leading in this shot video？old school Square Dancing in Shandong.

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Life under Chengdu’s overpass in Summer.

Life under Chengdu’s overpass in Summer.

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The only legal "mass brawl" in China! This is the raw, electrifying scene from this year's Yanzao Tuo Shen (盐灶拖神) festival in Xiyang Village, Shantou. In this wildest and most hot-blooded Chaoshan folk tradition, protectors and "god-draggers" clash fiercely around the deity statues in a chaotic tug-of-war. It embodies the Chaoshan people's down-to-earth faith: revering gods without fearing them, conquering the divine through sheer human strength to earn blessings. Yet despite the near-riot intensity, unspoken rules keep it safe: Grudges stay inside the arena—no settling scores outside If someone falls, hands stop to protect them On-site security maintains order For years, no serious injuries have been recorded.

The only legal "mass brawl" in China! This is the raw, electrifying scene from this year's Yanzao Tuo Shen (盐灶拖神) festival in Xiyang Village, Shantou. In this wildest and most hot-blooded Chaoshan folk tradition, protectors and "god-draggers" clash fiercely around the deity statues in a chaotic tug-of-war. It embodies the Chaoshan people's down-to-earth faith: revering gods without fearing them, conquering the divine through sheer human strength to earn blessings. Yet despite the near-riot intensity, unspoken rules keep it safe: Grudges stay inside the arena—no settling scores outside If someone falls, hands stop to protect them On-site security maintains order For years, no serious injuries have been recorded.

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At Beijing's largest Lama Temple, Yonghe Temple, international tourists are burning incense and making wishes just like Chinese worshippers. Perhaps it's 'when in Rome, do as the Romans do'—but one wonders: can the divine listener understand? Would they need a translator?

At Beijing's largest Lama Temple, Yonghe Temple, international tourists are burning incense and making wishes just like Chinese worshippers. Perhaps it's 'when in Rome, do as the Romans do'—but one wonders: can the divine listener understand? Would they need a translator?

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Father played the Scottish bagpipes for his son's wedding in the ancient city of Huili, Sichuan Province四川会理古城. The groom is from UK, and bride was born here, earned her master's degree and currently works in Britain. Blessing the newlyweds!

Father played the Scottish bagpipes for his son's wedding in the ancient city of Huili, Sichuan Province四川会理古城. The groom is from UK, and bride was born here, earned her master's degree and currently works in Britain. Blessing the newlyweds!

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The delivery guy has become the boss! During summer vacation, at the foot of high-rise office buildings in Shenzhen, many children are helping delivery riders by relaying takeout orders upstairs, charging 0.5 or 1 yuan per order. This solution tackles the problem of slow elevators in business towers—where delivery workers risk late penalties if they deliver each order individually. The kids enjoy the satisfaction of earning money through work, parents prefer this over them just playing on phones at home, and delivery riders boost their efficiency—a win-win for everyone!

The delivery guy has become the boss! During summer vacation, at the foot of high-rise office buildings in Shenzhen, many children are helping delivery riders by relaying takeout orders upstairs, charging 0.5 or 1 yuan per order. This solution tackles the problem of slow elevators in business towers—where delivery workers risk late penalties if they deliver each order individually. The kids enjoy the satisfaction of earning money through work, parents prefer this over them just playing on phones at home, and delivery riders boost their efficiency—a win-win for everyone!

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Fresh video! The 4th Plenum of the CPC concluded today, adopting recommendations for the country's development plan through 2030.

Fresh video! The 4th Plenum of the CPC concluded today, adopting recommendations for the country's development plan through 2030.

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Today marks the National Memorial Day for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre. At the National Memorial Ceremony in Nanjing, 3,000 peace doves took flight, symbolizing deep remembrance for the 300,000 victims and an unwavering pursuit of world peace.

Today marks the National Memorial Day for the Victims of the Nanjing Massacre. At the National Memorial Ceremony in Nanjing, 3,000 peace doves took flight, symbolizing deep remembrance for the 300,000 victims and an unwavering pursuit of world peace.

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Lantern Festival (元宵节) parade in Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture (克孜勒苏柯尔克孜自治州), southwest Xinjiang—featuring vibrant ethnic folk performances rather than traditional lantern displays. China is a multi-ethnic nation, with festival celebrations taking wonderfully diverse forms—lantern festivities are just one expression among many.

Lantern Festival (元宵节) parade in Kizilsu Kirghiz Autonomous Prefecture (克孜勒苏柯尔克孜自治州), southwest Xinjiang—featuring vibrant ethnic folk performances rather than traditional lantern displays. China is a multi-ethnic nation, with festival celebrations taking wonderfully diverse forms—lantern festivities are just one expression among many.

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Salvaging the dropped mobile phone from the water around the West Lake, a tourist attraction since the Tang dynasty in Hangzhou City. The professional salvaging rod is equipped with a camera for visualization. Every year, more than a thousand mobile phones are salvaged by these volunteers in the West Lake Scenic Area.

Salvaging the dropped mobile phone from the water around the West Lake, a tourist attraction since the Tang dynasty in Hangzhou City. The professional salvaging rod is equipped with a camera for visualization. Every year, more than a thousand mobile phones are salvaged by these volunteers in the West Lake Scenic Area.

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Ａrobot traffic cop on duty, Shanghai!

Ａrobot traffic cop on duty, Shanghai!

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People gathered last night by the river in Kaili凯里, Guizhou, to observe the Zhongyuan Festival 中元节(also known as Ghost Festival鬼节). Falling on the 14th or 15th day of the seventh lunar month, Zhongyuan Festival is one of the major traditional festivals in China. It is believed that during this time, the gates of the underworld open, allowing people to pay respect to their deceased parents and loved ones.

People gathered last night by the river in Kaili凯里, Guizhou, to observe the Zhongyuan Festival 中元节(also known as Ghost Festival鬼节). Falling on the 14th or 15th day of the seventh lunar month, Zhongyuan Festival is one of the major traditional festivals in China. It is believed that during this time, the gates of the underworld open, allowing people to pay respect to their deceased parents and loved ones.

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Rush hour in Shanghai, 1995. 🎥 Japanese Kansai Television
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Rush hour in Shanghai, 1995. 🎥 Japanese Kansai Television

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The North 🇰🇵and South Korean🇰🇷athletes in one selfie 🤳suggested by 🇨🇳Chinese gold medal winner Sun Yingsha. A warmhearted group photo! #Paris2024 #OlympicGames #TableTennis
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The North 🇰🇵and South Korean🇰🇷athletes in one selfie 🤳suggested by 🇨🇳Chinese gold medal winner Sun Yingsha. A warmhearted group photo! #Paris2024 #OlympicGames #TableTennis

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A 76-year-old man from Hebei Province has gone viral across the Chinese internet due to his chocolate-colored skin, a result of decades of fishing. Originally a local farmer, he spends all his spare time fishing and has explored various water bodies in the area for over 50 years, even serving as the captain of a local fishing team. Netizens have dubbed him the "Level 8 Fishing Emperor," and his live-streamed fishing sessions attract tens of thousands of viewers.
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A 76-year-old man from Hebei Province has gone viral across the Chinese internet due to his chocolate-colored skin, a result of decades of fishing. Originally a local farmer, he spends all his spare time fishing and has explored various water bodies in the area for over 50 years, even serving as the captain of a local fishing team. Netizens have dubbed him the "Level 8 Fishing Emperor," and his live-streamed fishing sessions attract tens of thousands of viewers.

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Rush hour in Shanghai, 1995, by Japanese Kansai Television.
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Rush hour in Shanghai, 1995, by Japanese Kansai Television.

China in Pictures

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Patrick Liu刘诚勇, Chairman of the German Daoist Association, hosting a rituals in the Grand Daoist Temple, Wuhan. He began practicing Qi Gong, meditation and martial arts as a child. In 2016, founded Wudang Pai Germany. In 2019, opened Wudang Temple Germany - Yu Zhen Guan.
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Patrick Liu刘诚勇, Chairman of the German Daoist Association, hosting a rituals in the Grand Daoist Temple, Wuhan. He began practicing Qi Gong, meditation and martial arts as a child. In 2016, founded Wudang Pai Germany. In 2019, opened Wudang Temple Germany - Yu Zhen Guan.

China in Pictures

601,756 views • 2 years ago

LBA! Basketball game on the plateau by Lamas, Gongba Temple贡巴寺，Qinghai Province. One question: How to dribble between the legs?
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LBA! Basketball game on the plateau by Lamas, Gongba Temple贡巴寺，Qinghai Province. One question: How to dribble between the legs?

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727,585 views • 3 years ago

Chinese President Xi Jinping said: China is not just about developed Shanghai. In fact, China's development remains uneven, and its culture is richly diverse. I hope everyone can truly come to know the real China. He delivered this speech after receiving the credentials of 18 new ambassadors to China in Beijing, January 16, 2025. Video credit CGTN
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Chinese President Xi Jinping said: China is not just about developed Shanghai. In fact, China's development remains uneven, and its culture is richly diverse. I hope everyone can truly come to know the real China. He delivered this speech after receiving the credentials of 18 new ambassadors to China in Beijing, January 16, 2025. Video credit CGTN

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97,766 views • 6 months ago

Folk music in China雌簧，a reed in performer's mouth.
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Folk music in China雌簧，a reed in performer's mouth.

China in Pictures

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English corner in Shanghai, interviewed by BBC reporter, 1993.
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English corner in Shanghai, interviewed by BBC reporter, 1993.

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A war 3000 years ago, reappeared by Chinese JiaGuWen 甲骨文，or Oracle Bone Inscriptions.
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A war 3000 years ago, reappeared by Chinese JiaGuWen 甲骨文，or Oracle Bone Inscriptions.

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238,903 views • 2 years ago

Fascinating fireworks, Happy 2023!!🎇
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Fascinating fireworks, Happy 2023!!🎇

China in Pictures

274,411 views • 3 years ago

Do you like the style of Chinese parents?
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Do you like the style of Chinese parents?

China in Pictures

196,912 views • 2 years ago

Foreign Taoist priests visit the Temple of Heaven, Beijing.
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Foreign Taoist priests visit the Temple of Heaven, Beijing.

China in Pictures

82,410 views • 1 year ago

Drones perform Sichuan Opera Face‑Changing 变脸 in Chongqing, this stunning drone light show on June 17, featuring 11,787 drones in dual formation broke the record for most drones simultaneously from a single computer.
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Drones perform Sichuan Opera Face‑Changing 变脸 in Chongqing, this stunning drone light show on June 17, featuring 11,787 drones in dual formation broke the record for most drones simultaneously from a single computer.

China in Pictures

83,754 views • 1 year ago

Mohe漠河, northernmost city in China, had a Tmin of -53.0°C on Jan. 22, the lowest temperature ever recorded in China since records began.
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Mohe漠河, northernmost city in China, had a Tmin of -53.0°C on Jan. 22, the lowest temperature ever recorded in China since records began.

China in Pictures

196,676 views • 3 years ago

Hansen Yang 杨瀚森 is the No. 16 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. He became the ninth Chinese player drafted into the NBA. Today happens to be his 20th birthday—happy birthday and congratulations on the draft success!
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Hansen Yang 杨瀚森 is the No. 16 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. He became the ninth Chinese player drafted into the NBA. Today happens to be his 20th birthday—happy birthday and congratulations on the draft success!

China in Pictures

61,914 views • 1 year ago

Do you like this kind of restaurant service? She is actually the owner of this hotpot restaurant in Chongqing, and a professional robotic dancer.
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Do you like this kind of restaurant service? She is actually the owner of this hotpot restaurant in Chongqing, and a professional robotic dancer.

China in Pictures

119,767 views • 2 years ago

This is not Charlie Chaplin movie！ Chinese graduate Yurong Jiang, Harvard's valedictorian, discusses the Rise and Fall of humanity during an outdoor interview while two men Fall and Fight in the background.
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This is not Charlie Chaplin movie！ Chinese graduate Yurong Jiang, Harvard's valedictorian, discusses the Rise and Fall of humanity during an outdoor interview while two men Fall and Fight in the background.

China in Pictures

60,256 views • 1 year ago