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China Xplained | Why Guangdong delegation's open day stands out ?
China Xplained | Why Guangdong delegation's open day stands out ?
What's making news about Guangdong at China's "two sessions"?
What's making news about Guangdong at China's "two sessions"?
Travel
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
Culture
Guangdong animated film Into the Mortal World selected for major int'l animation festivals
Various events held across China to mark Int'l Women's Day
Various events held across China to mark Int'l Women's Day
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
Shenzhen launches "woodpecker action" to welcome APEC 2026
Shenzhen launches "woodpecker action" to welcome APEC 2026
Travel
West Lake Scenic Spot, Huizhou: A misty ink-wash masterpiece in spring rain
Cuisine
A taste of Spring: Mulberries ripen in Yunfu's Duli Village
Technology
2026 Zhongshan Charity Parade sees collective debut of robot squad
Opinions
China maintains strong growth momentum, driven by advanced technology and an open market: German expert
China maintains strong growth momentum, driven by advanced technology and an open market: German expert
As China's annual "two sessions" kicked off in Beijing, GDP …
China remains a land of opportunity and investment for German tech firms: German scholar
China remains a land of opportunity and investment for German tech firms: German scholar
"China has been one of Germany's largest trading partners fo…
Trump's unbridled power gets thwarted by Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
Trump's unbridled power gets thwarted by Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
Ultimately, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) …
What global firms should take note of after U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's tariffs
What global firms should take note of after U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent 6–3 ruling that President Do…
2026 China's Two Sessions
2026 China's Two Sessions
Guangdong products wow foreign journalists at China's Two Sessions
Guangdong
Guangdong products wow foreign journalists at China's Two Sessions
What's making news about Guangdong at China's "two sessions"?
Guangdong
What's making news about Guangdong at China's "two sessions"?
Why China's Two Sessions fascinates an American scholar
China
Why China's Two Sessions fascinates an American scholar
GBA marks a decade in China's Government Work Report, economic growth tops 60%
GBA
GBA marks a decade in China's Government Work Report, economic growth tops 60%
China maintains strong growth momentum, driven by advanced technology and an open market: German expert
China
China maintains strong growth momentum, driven by advanced technology and an open market: German expert
How AI reshapes manufacturing and services in Guangdong
How AI reshapes manufacturing and services in Guangdong
Lu Shaye confident on China-EU relations this year
China
Lu Shaye confident on China-EU relations this year
Founder of 360 Group speaks on future of AI agents
China
Founder of 360 Group speaks on future of AI agents
Specials
Guangdong
Muted wares temper the emperor's lavish image
Exhibition
Muted wares temper the emperor's lavish image
The vase, standing 16.5 centimeters tall, is coated with a unique glaze called taohuadong (peach blossom cave). Uneven flecks of red, yellow, green and blue scatter across a white ground, resembling fireworks suspended on porcelain.
Shenzhen launches "woodpecker action" to welcome APEC 2026
Shenzhen
Shenzhen launches "woodpecker action" to welcome APEC 2026
This initiative invites volunteers and citizens to become "city woodpeckers"—taking to the streets to check public multilingual signage.
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
Expats
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
In Shenzhen—set to host the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting this November—foreign visitors say they are already experiencing those changes firsthand.
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
Travel
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
In Shunde, China, this 100-year-old kapok tree has attracted over 200,000 visitors in just one month. What makes this old tree so popular? Let's check it out!
Muted wares temper the emperor's lavish image
Shenzhen launches "woodpecker action" to welcome APEC 2026
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
Culture
Guangdong animated film Into the Mortal World selected for major int'l animation festivals
Guangdong animated film Into the Mortal World selected for major int'l animation festivals
Travel
West Lake Scenic Spot, Huizhou: A misty ink-wash masterpiece in spring rain
West Lake Scenic Spot, Huizhou: A misty ink-wash masterpiece in spring rain
Cities
Guangzhou
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Nansha
Culture
Guangdong animated film Into the Mortal World selected for major int'l animation festivals
The animated feature Into the Mortal World, created by Guangdong-based Winsing Animation, is gaining global attention after being selected for two major international animation festivals.
Latin America
Reception marks 20th anniversary of Consulate General of Mexico in Guangzhou
On March 6, a reception was hosted by the Consulate General of Mexico in Guangzhou to mark its 20th anniversary.
Transportation
Xpeng's Aridge unit conducts trial flights of land aircraft carrier in Guangzhou
On Thursday, tech giant Aridge, an arm of new energy vehicle maker Xpeng Motors, conducted trial production rollouts and multi-vehicle test flights of its land aircraft carrier in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province.
Guangdong
Sunny days ahead for Guangdong after early March rain
Guangdong Province is set for drier and sunnier conditions in the coming days following a period of overcast, rainy weather in early March. According to provincial and city meteorological observatories, temperatures are expected to rise, with a notable shift toward clearer skies starting mid-week.
Festival
Russian expat Lisa's magical journey in GBA Lantern Carnival
​Spanning from February 10 until May 10, the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Lantern Carnival in Nansha has transformed the night sky into a glowing tapestry of heritage and high technology.
Festival
Fireworks & lantern shows | Best of Guangzhou Holiday Guide (Part 1)
During the Chinese New Year, Guangzhou, known as the "City of Flowers," is rolling out over 2,000 fantastic cultural and tourism events, including special events, activities in scenic areas, artistic performances, and cultural and museum exhibitions.
Hong Kong
HK LegCo's first seminar explores synergistic development with Nansha
The Legislative Council (LegCo) of Hong Kong convened the Special Seminar on Nansha's 15th Five-Year Plan on February 6.
Transportation
Guangzhou's Nansha provides enhanced transport guarantees for 2026 Spring Festival travel rush
The 2026 Spring Festival travel rush commenced on February 2, bringing an immediate surge in passenger flow to Guangzhou's Nansha District. To ensure smooth traffic during this period, the Phase II upgrade of the "smart brain"—the Active Traffic Flow Control System on the critical Nansha Bridge—was officially activated.
Shenzhen
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Nanshan
Exhibition
Muted wares temper the emperor's lavish image
The vase, standing 16.5 centimeters tall, is coated with a unique glaze called taohuadong (peach blossom cave). Uneven flecks of red, yellow, green and blue scatter across a white ground, resembling fireworks suspended on porcelain.
Shenzhen
Shenzhen launches "woodpecker action" to welcome APEC 2026
This initiative invites volunteers and citizens to become "city woodpeckers"—taking to the streets to check public multilingual signage.
Expats
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
In Shenzhen—set to host the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting this November—foreign visitors say they are already experiencing those changes firsthand.
Transportation
BYD unveils world's fastest-charging battery
The carmaker said the battery has the fastest charging speed in the world. Under standard conditions, it can charge from 10 percent to 70 percent in five minutes and from 10 percent to 97 percent in nine minutes.
Exhibition
Muted wares temper the emperor's lavish image
The vase, standing 16.5 centimeters tall, is coated with a unique glaze called taohuadong (peach blossom cave). Uneven flecks of red, yellow, green and blue scatter across a white ground, resembling fireworks suspended on porcelain.
Art
Public art season returns to Shenzhen Bay
The seventh Shenzhen Bay Public Art Season has arrived, spreading across three linked exhibition zones for the first time—University Town, Shekou and Taizi Bay—and presenting 23 large outdoor installations, sculptures and design works.
Art
Early bird tickets for musical 'Fan Letter'
An original South Korean musical that premiered in 2016, "Fan Letter" won the top prize that year at the Global Musical Live, a project designed to promote original South Korean musicals.
Art
Contemporary artist Zhang Peili's solo exhibition to open in March
Featuring 17 selected multimedia works, including six new pieces, "Zhang Peili: The Remaining Poetic" offers a retrospective of the artist's exploration of video art, installation, and new technologies over the past two decades. It also provides insight into the trajectory of video art in China.
Transportation
Three-city rail plan aims to boost Guangdong connectivity
A new high-speed rail link is under study to connect the cities of Zhuhai, Jiangmen, and Yangjiang in Guangdong province, according to recent local planning documents. The proposed Zhuhai-Yangjiang line would be approximately 172 kilometres long, with a designed speed of 350 km/h.
Business
Guangdong goods go global as overseas buyers begin immersive sourcing tour in Zhuhai
On March 5, a group of 15 Canton Fair global buyers and 56 premium suppliers embarked on a series of immersive, face-to-face factory inspections and procurement negotiations as part of the "Trade Bridge—China Industrial Sourcing Trip," organized by the China Foreign Trade Centre and the "Guangdong Goods Global Reach" campaign, in Guangdong's Zhuhai and Jiangmen cities.
Zhuhai
Happy birthday, Zhuhai!
Today (March 5), Zhuhai celebrates its 47th birthday.
Exit-entry
Hengqin Port launches major expansion to streamline Macao-Zhuhai travel
On March 2, Hengqin Port commenced a multi-phase expansion of its passenger inspection halls, launching a strategic infrastructure project designed to nearly double the facility's daily clearance capacity.
Festival
Lantern Festival in Shantou offers moments of connection for visitors
The 2026 Shantou Small Park International Lantern Show opened on March 3 and will run until March 31, in celebration of China's Lantern Festival.
Festival
What defines Chinese New Year? An international student's journey to find out
This Chinese New Year, Lisa (GOKBAYEVA GULNAR), an international student from Turkmenistan, was given a special challenge: to find the one thing that best captures the vibe of Chinese New Year in Shantou, a city in eastern Guangdong.
Shantou
Vibrant Yingge Carnival highlights cultural heritage in Shantou
A large-scale Yingge dance performance was held in Chaoyang District, Shantou, Guangdong, on February 21, attracting thousands of spectators for the annual Chinese New Year celebration.
Festival
Yingge dance carnival event celebrating Spring Festival held in S China
The Yingge dance, or "dance to the hero's song," is a folk dance of south China's Guangdong Province which has enjoyed growing popularity nationwide in recent years.
Foshan
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Chancheng
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Nanhai
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Shunde
Travel
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
In Shunde, China, this 100-year-old kapok tree has attracted over 200,000 visitors in just one month. What makes this old tree so popular? Let's check it out!
Culture
National Dragon and Lion Dance Carnival kicks off in Chancheng, Foshan
On March 4, the launching ceremony of the 2026 National Dragon and Lion Dance Carnival was held in Zhangcha Subdistrict, Chancheng District, Foshan City.
Foshan
Crossing Tongji at Lantern Festival: Experiencing Foshan's grand folk custom event
On March 3 (the Lantern Festival), residents and tourists walked across Foshan's Tongji Bridge, holding pinwheels and lettuce in their hands, silently chanting the Cantonese saying "Cross Tongji, Worries Flee" to pray for a smooth and safe new year.
Foshan launches 100-billion-yuan plan to level up fun
On March 4, Foshan hosted the 2026 Cultural and Tourism Industry Investment Conference. Nearly 100 cultural and tourism projects were presented to investors. Several leading companies shared their innovative approaches.
Culture
National Dragon and Lion Dance Carnival kicks off in Chancheng, Foshan
On March 4, the launching ceremony of the 2026 National Dragon and Lion Dance Carnival was held in Zhangcha Subdistrict, Chancheng District, Foshan City.
Foshan
Why so many people cross 400-year-old Tongji bridge in Foshan
Every year on the 16th day of the first lunar month, people gather at Tongji Bridge in Foshan to pray for good luck. The tradition dates back to the Ming dynasty and has been passed down for over 400 years.
Festival
Foreigners go wild for Foshan's Lantern Fest
Dozens of foreigners from different industries across the city joined the charity parade. Together, they immersed themselves in one of Lingnan's most vibrant Chinese New Year traditions—Crossing Tongji Bridge.
Festival
Foshan lion dance and themed floats make debut in Paris
On February 22 (local time) in France, the Chinese New Year Carnival for the overseas Chinese in France kicked off at Place de la République in Paris. The lion dance performance and themed float from Chancheng District, Foshan, appeared on the streets of Paris and became a spectacular sight
Business
Foshan's Nanhai launches cross-border E-commerce product selection center
Through immersive scenario-based displays, the center showcases premium products from competitive local industries in the Nanhai District of Foshan, including new energy, healthcare and wellness, home living, household appliances, and outdoor supplies.
Travel
Guangfo V1 International Circuit settles in Guicheng, Foshan
The "Guangfo V1 International Circuit" project was officially launched on January 7 in the core area of the Guangfo Florentia Village business circle in Guicheng Subdistrict, Nanhai District, Foshan.
Foshan
Cultural tourism, a new productive force, writes a new Foshan
The Lingnan culture of a thousand years has nourished this fertile land. Foshan, a trillion-yuan GDP city rich in cultural heritage, is writing a new chapter of urban evolution driven by cultural tourism. Today, cultural tourism has become a productive force that drives industrial upgrading.
Festival
Spring unfolds in Foshan (I): Flower fairs dates and locations released
Spring is in the air in Foshan! From February 1 to 16, flower fairs across the city will offer festive blooms, New Year kumquats, lively performances, and fun interactive activities.
Travel
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
In Shunde, China, this 100-year-old kapok tree has attracted over 200,000 visitors in just one month. What makes this old tree so popular? Let's check it out!
Cuisine
Double-layered milk: Try the first sweet treat of New Year
In Shunde, Foshan, it is more than just a bowl of dessert; it is the pride of the city. Two creamy layers firmly lock in the bold flavor of buffalo milk and enshrine the ingenuity and heritage of a century of handcraft.
Foshan
​Boat brimming with splendor, spring breeze drifting far and wide
Flowers in full bloom along both banks are mirrored in the water. They carry the warmth and vitality of spring. Each stroke of the oar ushers in the promise of a flourishing new year. May every year bloom with joy, bringing peace and good health.
Festival
What makes this flower market a must-visit for Chinese New Year in Guangdong?
Want to experience the most authentic Chinese New Year? Come to the Chencun Spring Festival Flower Market in Shunde, Foshan!
Guangdong
New Camellia species discovered in Guangdong Danxia Mountains
A new species of Camellia has been discovered in the Danxia Mountain region of Guangdong, southern China, marking the 57th new species identified in the unique red sandstone landscape. The plant, named Camellia shangshii (尚时茶), was formally described in the botanical journal PhytoKeys in January 2026.
Shaoguan
Lantern Festival parade lights up Shaoguan
Shaoguan, a city nestled in northern Guangdong Province, lit up for the Lantern Festival on the evening of March 3. A grand intangible cultural heritage parade featuring over 1,000 performers wound through the city's historic heart, offering an immersive experience that blended Hakka traditions with Lingnan lifestyle.
Festival
Lantern Festival intangible cultural heritage parade in Shaoguan
On the evening of March 3rd, a grand Lantern Festival intangible cultural heritage parade was held in Shaoguan. Over a thousand performers and staff members took to the streets with 15 distinctive intangible cultural heritage items, parading and performing along a 2.1-kilometer stretch.
Shaoguan
2.1-kilometer Lantern Festival Parade to light up Shaoguan
Shaoguan in northern Guangdong will light up the Lantern Festival on March 3 (the 15th day of the first lunar month) with a spectacular parade celebrating intangible cultural heritage (ICH). Starting at 8:00 p.m., the 2.1-kilometer procession will wind through the city's major landmarks, featuring 15 unique performance troupes and more than 1,000 participants in an immersive cultural experience.
Travel
Rosy sunglow in layers, and crimson clouds over branches
Peach blossoms adorn the Jiulian Mountain. Each branch stretches out, radiant as if kissed by the sunglow. The mountains are covered in different colors of spring. Even as these flowers fall, they return to the earth and nourish the soil.
Heyuan
Heyuan's sugar tangerine exports in full swing
On February 12, 30 tons of sugar tangerines from Heyuan, Guangdong, were exported to Kyrgyzstan after an on-site inspection by Heyuan Customs, a branch of Guangzhou Customs.
Heyuan
A sea of tulips welcomes spring in Heyuan
On February 10, a 2-hectare (nearly 5-acre) tulip field in Shuibei Village, Daba Town, Heping County of Heyuan City (河源市和平县大坝镇水背村) officially opened to the public, welcoming visitors with a spectacular display of springtime blooms.
Trade
Three tonnes of dried tofu skin from Heyuan shipped to the United States
Three tonnes of dried tofu skin produced in Heping County, Heyuan City, were dispatched to the United States on February 3, marking the county's first overseas export of the product this year.
Festival
Where tradition meets modern rhythms: Lantern Festival in Meizhou
Featuring an intangible cultural heritage (ICH) parade, an electronic music carnival and a fireworks show, the event blended tradition with contemporary flair.
Tradition
Puzhai Fire Dragon dazzles Meizhou on Lantern Festival
On the night of the Lantern Festival, Puzhai Town in Fengshun County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province, hosted the nationally recognized intangible cultural heritage (ICH) performance of the Puzhai Fire Dragon.
Travel
Plum branches sway softly in morning light
Sparse shadows stretch and slant with a subtle fragrance drifting on the breeze. Layers of pink and white petals unfold, dressing the morning like an ink-washed painting.
Festival
Meizhou to celebrate Lantern Festival by mixing tradition and modernity
The city of Meizhou in Guangdong will celebrate the Lantern Festival on March 3 with a public event featuring traditional dragon dances, a parade of intangible cultural heritage items, and an electronic music party.
Travel
West Lake Scenic Spot, Huizhou: A misty ink-wash masterpiece in spring rain
Now is the perfect time to experience West Lake in the rain. With misty hills and shimmering waters blending into a tranquil panorama, Huizhou in south China's Guangdong Province invites visitors to slow down and savor the quiet beauty of this classic Lingnan landscape in spring.
Festival
Golden horse welcomes spring: Huizhou's Lantern Festival comes to life
Over 1,300 performers, 44 teams, and nearly 40 representative heritage and folk traditions are parading through the streets. At the parade, drums thundered, lions leaped, and dragons soared.
Festival
Light up your Lantern Festival in Guangdong
The Lantern Festival, also known as Yuanxiao Festival, falls on March 3 this year. It has long been celebrated with lantern displays and lively nighttime gatherings. Across Guangdong, major lantern fairs are already underway and will continue through the festival. Here are some highlights.
Guangdong
Foreign enterprises optimistic about Guangdong's future
During the 2026 Guangdong Provincial High-Quality Development Conference held on February 24, representatives from multinational companies such as Walmart, Siemens, and ExxonMobil expressed their optimistic outlook on Guangdong's future development.
Festival
Lantern Festival parade fills Shanwei with festive cheer
On March 3, the Lantern Festival, a folk cultural parade was held in Nanxing Community, Nantang Town, Lufeng City, Shanwei, Guangdong Province, drawing nearly 400 performers and tens of thousands of spectators.
Shanwei
Tech-infused music festival fuels tourism in rural Guangdong
On February 28, the 2026 Luhe Lantern Festival Music Festival was held at the Youth Park in Luhe County, Shanwei City, Guangdong Province, serving as a high-energy finale to the Chinese New Year celebrations.
Agriculture
Daylilies dot the earth beneath radiant morning sunlight
Morning sunlight pours down, and dewdrops sparkle in its glow. Rows of daylilies stretch out like graceful verses of the land.
Festival
Light up your Lantern Festival in Guangdong
The Lantern Festival, also known as Yuanxiao Festival, falls on March 3 this year. It has long been celebrated with lantern displays and lively nighttime gatherings. Across Guangdong, major lantern fairs are already underway and will continue through the festival. Here are some highlights.
Dongguan
Sweet international encounter: Dongguan's crispy candy wins hearts in Milan
"Next time you visit, could you bring me this particular candy? I'm happy to pay for it." Recently, at a hotel in Milan, Italy, a receptionist held up a carefully preserved, slightly worn red wrapper and made this request to a Chinese tourist.
Dongguan
Dongguan to host major food and agriculture expos in April
The 10th China International Food and Ingredients Expo, the 4th China International Pre-made Food Industry Expo, and the 15th Guangdong Modern Agriculture Expo will take place in Dongguan, Guangdong Province, from April 10 to 12.
Travel
Spring in bloom: Three rapeseed flower fields open to visitors in Dongguan
As spring breezes bring warmer weather, three major rapeseed flower fields in Dongguan, south China's Guangdong Province, have entered their peak viewing season. All are open to the public free of charge; residents and visitors are invited to experience a golden sea of blooms.
Dongguan
Dongguan's Songshan Lake sees 50% jump in visitors during Chinese New Year holiday
During the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday, Songshan Lake in Dongguan, south China's Guangdong Province, emerged as a popular leisure destination in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Technology
2026 Zhongshan Charity Parade sees collective debut of robot squad
This is the first time robots have taken part in the Zhongshan Charity Parade. They can shake hands, clap, greet people, offer New Year wishes, and even dance to music. They are usually used in performances and training programs for workers."
Zhongshan
Charity Parade—This is how Zhongshan celebrates the Lantern Festival!
For 39 years, Zhongshan has kept this tradition alive. This Lantern Festival, 15,000 people took to the streets, turning the parade into a vibrant display of the city's kindness, love and charity. This is the magic of the Zhongshan Charity Parade.
Zhongshan
Zhongshan rolls out policies to boost "AI+" adoption in enterprises
At the recent Zhongshan High-Quality Development Conference, the city's Bureau of Industry and Information Technology provided a detailed explanation of Zhongshan's "AI+" policies.
Travel
Where to go this Spring Festival? West Artificial Island at Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link!
Capture the perfect shot of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, explore a "museum at sea," savor a cup of Xidao coffee, and enjoy a romantic sunset by the sea with your family or loved ones. Let's go!
Cuisine
4th Jiangmen Coffee Culture Festival kicks off in China's Guangdong
The festival kicked off here on Thursday, gathering more than 330 coffee brands from 13 countries and regions to showcase a full range of products including premium coffee, high-quality coffee raw materials, advanced coffee machines and elegant coffee gear.
Transportation
Three-city rail plan aims to boost Guangdong connectivity
A new high-speed rail link is under study to connect the cities of Zhuhai, Jiangmen, and Yangjiang in Guangdong province, according to recent local planning documents. The proposed Zhuhai-Yangjiang line would be approximately 172 kilometres long, with a designed speed of 350 km/h.
Business
Guangdong goods go global as overseas buyers begin immersive sourcing tour in Zhuhai
On March 5, a group of 15 Canton Fair global buyers and 56 premium suppliers embarked on a series of immersive, face-to-face factory inspections and procurement negotiations as part of the "Trade Bridge—China Industrial Sourcing Trip," organized by the China Foreign Trade Centre and the "Guangdong Goods Global Reach" campaign, in Guangdong's Zhuhai and Jiangmen cities.
Cuisine
Global coffee champions gather in Jiangmen for major festival
Jiangmen, Guangdong, is preparing to host a major international coffee gathering. From March 5 to 8, the 4th Jiangmen Coffee Culture Festival will transform Wuyi Overseas Chinese Plaza into a global hub for coffee professionals and enthusiasts. The event will feature the finals of three prestigious competitions.
Transportation
Three-city rail plan aims to boost Guangdong connectivity
A new high-speed rail link is under study to connect the cities of Zhuhai, Jiangmen, and Yangjiang in Guangdong province, according to recent local planning documents. The proposed Zhuhai-Yangjiang line would be approximately 172 kilometres long, with a designed speed of 350 km/h.
Yangjiang
Follow Georgian Vlogger's tour of Guangdong Yangjiang's vibrant CNY traditions
As lanterns glow red and the scent of reunion feasts fills the air, the coastal city of Yangjiang in Guangdong comes alive with the spirit of the Spring Festival. This is the sixth time Lina has celebrated Chinese New Year in Yangjiang. She came from Georgia, married a local in Yangjiang, and built her life around her goose farm and the renowned braised goose dish.
Yangjiang
China launches Smart Dragon-3 Rocket off Yangjiang
The SD-3 commercial rocket blasted off at 2:37 p.m. (Beijing Time) from waters off the coast of Yangjiang in south China's Guangdong Province. The seven satellites include Pakistan's PRSC-EO2 satellite.
Jieyang
China's commercial rocket SD-3 launches 7 satellites from sea
​China on Thursday launched a Smart Dragon-3 (SD-3) carrier rocket from the sea, sending seven satellites into planned orbits.
Business
BASF CEO says doubling down on China "right decision"
Kamieth said the Zhanjiang site enables low-carbon production and has clear advantages in carbon footprint management, and BASF stands ready to contribute to China's green transition with concrete actions.
Ecology
From Central America to southern forests: Caribbean pine in China
Caribbean pine (Pinus caribaea) is a fast-growing tropical timber tree from Central America. Introduced to China in the 1960s, Zhanjiang in South China's Guangdong Province became a major planting site.
Zhanjiang
B&B owner revives southernmost village on Chinese mainland
Nanji Village, at the southernmost tip of the Chinese mainland in Jiaowei Township, Xuwen County, Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, was once a remote, little-visited fishing village.
Zhanjiang
Amazing skill! Watch lion dancers perform pole-mounting routine
Watch a lion dance pair pull off a breathtaking pole-mounting routine in Zhanjiang, south China's Guangdong. The single move says a lot about their extraordinary skill and perfect coordination.
Maoming
Guangdong South China Wildlife Park settles in Maoming
According to the Guangdong Provincial Public Resource Trading Platform, the Maoming Smart Cultural Tourism Ecological Comprehensive Development Project (Guangdong South China Wildlife Park) has initiated the design and construction general contracting tender for the first-phase pilot area (Predator Zone). The total investment for the project amounts to 165.9 million yuan, marking the substantive construction for the largest zoo project in western Guangdong.
Maoming
Maoming Xian Tai Dance meets Nianli Festival
A performance featuring Maoming's Xian Tai (Lady Xian) Dance was held recently during the Nianli (年例) Festival in Nanshan Village, Shuzai Town, Dianbai District. The vigorous dance steps resonated through the countryside, captivating the hearts of the residents.
Maoming
Ancient flower boat festival lights up rural Maoming
In Shatian Town in Maoming's Gaozhou, a thousand-year-old folk festival is drawing crowds once again.
Maoming
Cherry blossoms herald spring in Maoming
A sea of pink cherry blossoms has burst into bloom in Xiashuiwei Village, Magui Town, Gaozhou, Maoming City (茂名市高州马贵镇下水尾村) as winter mist still lingers over western Guangdong, offering an early taste of spring and drawing visitors from the Pearl River Delta and beyond.
Zhaoqing
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Huilong Town
Zhaoqing
Australian martial artist's journey to China's martial arts hometown
At the Dragon Lion Dance Competition in Guangning County, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong Province, Australian actor and action director Adel practiced lion dance moves under his coach's guidance. Using his newly learned Guangning dialect, he exclaimed, "Guangning is so interesting and fun!".
Travel
A floral welcome in Zhaoqing
In early spring, Zhaoqing, Guangdong, bursts into color, welcoming visitors with vibrant blooms and fragrant scents.
Zhaoqing
Deqing in Zhaoqing marks Lantern Festival with Firecracker Lion Dance, cultural festivities
​On March 3, the 15th day of the first lunar month, Deqing County in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, celebrated the 2026 Lantern Festival with a series of cultural and folk events that drew over 200,000 residents and visitors.
Festival
Zhaoqing ushers in Lantern Festival with vibrant ICH parade
Covering a 3.2-kilometer route from East Gate Square (东门广场) to Paifang Square (牌坊广场), this year's parade was the largest in the city's history, featuring 25 themed formations and over 1,100 performers.
Cuisine
Tea Cake Festival celebrated for family reunion in Zhaoqing
On the eighth day of the Chinese New Year, the air in Songtang Village, Huilong Town, was thick with the scent of tradition. Here, locals gathered to celebrate the annual Chaguo Festival (Tea Cake Festival)—a vibrant display of culinary heritage and kinship.
Culture
A 2,000-person feast: How an ancient Guangdong village celebrates Chinese New Year
On February 13, a large open-air reunion dinner was held in the square of Kuanjiao Village, Huilong Town, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong, where 230 tables were set for nearly 2,000 residents to celebrate the Chinese New Year.
Travel
Zhaoqing blends ancient sites with new attractions in rural revitalization
The "Voices from the Towns" initiative arrived in Huilong Town, Zhaoqing, on December 20, highlighting how this rural community in Guangdong is combining cultural heritage with modern tourism.
Travel
A village of mystery and memories in Zhaoqing
An ancient village built on the slopes of Fenggang Mountain in Guangdong province reveals its most enigmatic feature: a layout resembling a massive Tai Chi Bagua.
Qingyuan
Enjoy Lantern Festival in Qingyuan, Guangdong
People in Guangdong say, "The Chinese New Year isn't over until the Lantern Festival." Qingyuan is keeping the celebrations alive with its biggest festivities still reserved for the Lantern Festival which falls on March 3, 2026.
Qingyuan
Direct high-speed rail makes Qingyuan an easy getaway from Hong Kong
With the official launch of the direct high-speed rail from Hong Kong to Qingyuan, it has become even more convenient for Hong Kong residents to travel north to Qingyuan. How can Hong Kong visitors make the most of their trip to Qingyuan? Join us to explore Qingyuan with a fun-filled three-day, two-night itinerary.
Festival
Expats invite you to celebrate Chinese New Year in Qingyuan
As southern China marks the Little New Year on the 24th of the twelfth lunar month, expats who have built their careers, lives and businesses in Qingyuan send their warmest wishes for the Year of the Horse and cordially invite friends from home and abroad to celebrate the Chinese New Year in Qingyuan.
Travel
Pumped up at Qingyuan's "Adrenaline Park", Guangdong
Qingyuan, in north-central Guangdong Province, has wowed a group of international online influencers with its stunning natural landscapes and thrilling outdoor adventures, following their visit to the iconic Gu Long Gorge Scenic Area on February 7.
Chaozhou
Chaozhou's ancient streets glow for Lantern Festival
Despite a spring shower on March 3, historic Chaozhou in South China's Guangdong Province staged a flash mob of traditional lanterns and Hanfu, blending ancient Chinese romance with the modern city.
Chaozhou
As new year begins, may good fortune always be with you
As drums and gongs lead the way, lions rise with heads held high. Steeds gallop into spring, bringing vibrant life to the city. May the year ahead surpass the last. May every day be filled with joy and every wish come true. May all that lies ahead be full of promise.
Chaozhou
Influencers invite you to celebrate Chinese New Year in Chaozhou
On February 13, several Chinese and international travel bloggers and food enthusiasts gathered in the ancient city of Chaozhou. They experienced Yingge makeup, enjoyed the Yingge dance, and strolled through local markets…
Chaozhou
A true taste of Chinese New Year in Chaozhou with Polish vlogger
Happy Chinese New Year! This video takes you into the heart of Chaozhou, a historic city in eastern Guangdong during this period. As a cultural center of the Chaoshan region, Chaozhou is known for its ancient architecture, refined cuisine, gongfu tea tradition, and some of southern China's best-preserved Lingnan heritage.
Jieyang
In this elegant city, warmth of daily life endures through ages
​As the old eaves gently hang down, sunlight casts mottled shadows in the narrow alleys. The dark grey tiles seem to hold the mist, as time passes by. Amidst the ordinary breath of life lies a graceful culture that has been passed down through the ages. The ancient charm lingers on, calmly guarding the simplicity and beauty of this small town.
Jieyang
Ecuadorian student's Chinese New Year food journey in Chaoshan
During Chinese New Year, families across China try to include a wide variety of foods to symbolize prosperity and a rich life. However, the foods people choose can vary greatly from region to region. In eastern Guangdong's Chaoshan area, known for its rich culinary traditions, the flavors of the New Year are especially distinctive.
Culture
A sweet CNY: Ecuadorian student tries making Chaoshan red peach cake
The red peach cake (hongtaoguo) is a traditional delicacy from the Chaoshan region in eastern Guangdong, easily recognized by its vibrant red color and peach-like shape. It is typically enjoyed during Chinese New Year and other festive occasions as a symbol of luck and longevity.
Technology
Eastern Guangdong's largest geek event kicks off in Puning
A robot performance captivates visitors during a public open day ahead of the inaugural 23.5°N GeekDay event in Puning City, Guangdong Province.
Cuisine
A taste of Spring: Mulberries ripen in Yunfu's Duli Village
The picking season runs from now through late April. Beyond fresh fruit, the village has developed a range of products, including mulberry wine, mulberry juice, and dried mulberries.
Yunfu
Yunfu cinnamon: Secret behind Coca-Cola
Cinnamon is widely used, with its derivatives used in the pharmaceutical, food, chemical, and fragrance industries. Yunfu City in Guangdong Province is the largest cinnamon-producing region in China, and cinnamon from Luoding County in Yunfu enjoys a strong reputation both at home and abroad.
Yunfu
Dutch hockey players experience Chinese New Year in Yunfu
The Dutch Women's Hockey Team at the FIH World Super League (China) tried Chinese New Year traditions—making dumplings and writing couplets.
Travel
Yunfu's rapeseed blooms create a new countryside getaway
In Yunhe, a village in Guangdong's Xinxing County, the winter fields of Yunfu City are covered with bright yellow rapeseed flowers. This golden landscape on nearly 6.7 hectares of fallow farmland has become a popular destination for visitors from the Pearl River Delta region since late January.
Video
Expats
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
In Shenzhen—set to host the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting this November—foreign visitors say they are already experiencing those changes firsthand.
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
Travel
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
In Shunde, China, this 100-year-old kapok tree has attracted over 200,000 visitors in just one month. What makes this old tree so popular? Let's check it out!
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
Business
China's strong economic performance keeps it an attractive market for EU businesses: EU Chamber VP
Fabian Blake, Vice President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China and Chairman of the South China Board, lauded China's economic development, affirming that achieving around 5% GDP growth for an economy the size of China is a "great performance."
China's strong economic performance keeps it an attractive market for EU businesses: EU Chamber VP
Manufacture
Guangdong goods draw media spotlight at Guangdong delegation's open day during Two Sessions
On March 6, the Guangdong delegation of deputies to the National People's Congress held an open day at the Capital Hotel Beijing. Watch the video to learn more about these Guangdong goods and the stories behind how they are produced and reach markets around the world.
Guangdong goods draw media spotlight at Guangdong delegation's open day during Two Sessions
How Shenzhen reflects China's push for greater opening up
Why does this century-old tree attract 200,000 visitors to snap photos?
China's strong economic performance keeps it an attractive market for EU businesses: EU Chamber VP
Guangdong goods draw media spotlight at Guangdong delegation's open day during Two Sessions
In this elegant city, warmth of daily life endures through ages
Jieyang
In this elegant city, warmth of daily life endures through ages
​As the old eaves gently hang down, sunlight casts mottled shadows in the narrow alleys. The dark grey tiles seem to hold the mist, as time passes by. Amidst the ordinary breath of life lies a graceful culture that has been passed down through the ages. The ancient charm lingers on, calmly guarding the simplicity and beauty of this small town.
China Xplained | Why Guangdong delegation's open day stands out ?
China
China Xplained | Why Guangdong delegation's open day stands out ?
On Mar 6th, the Guangdong delegation of deputies to the National People's Congress (NPC) held an open day event, drawing over 270 journalists from China and around the world.
Guangdong products wow foreign journalists at China’s Two Sessions
Guangdong
Guangdong products wow foreign journalists at China’s Two Sessions
When people think about China's annual Two Sessions, the country's most important political meetings, policies and government discussions usually come to mind.
What's making news about Guangdong at China's "two sessions"?
Guangdong
What's making news about Guangdong at China's "two sessions"?
Deputies from the Guangdong delegation to the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress opened their deliberation of China's 2026 government work report to both Chinese and international media on March 6.
Shenzhen's tech wonders: How many can you recognize?
China
Shenzhen's tech wonders: How many can you recognize?
China will build three international centers for sci-tech innovation and turn them into world-class innovation engines, according to a government work report submitted on March 5 to the country's top legislature for deliberation. One you definitely need to know is the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).
Puzhai Fire Dragon dazzles Meizhou on Lantern Festival
Tradition
Puzhai Fire Dragon dazzles Meizhou on Lantern Festival
On the night of the Lantern Festival, Puzhai Town in Fengshun County, Meizhou City, Guangdong Province, hosted the nationally recognized intangible cultural heritage (ICH) performance of the Puzhai Fire Dragon.
A floral welcome in Zhaoqing
Travel
A floral welcome in Zhaoqing
In early spring, Zhaoqing, Guangdong, bursts into color, welcoming visitors with vibrant blooms and fragrant scents.
China Xplained | What does China's 2026 blueprint say about its pivotal new journey?
Politics
China Xplained | What does China's 2026 blueprint say about its pivotal new journey?
What exactly does that target mean? How can the consumption be further boosted? And just how far will the country push the boundaries of AI development?
Picture
4th Jiangmen Coffee Culture Festival kicks off in China's Guangdong
4th Jiangmen Coffee Culture Festival kicks off in China's Guangdong
The festival kicked off here on Thursday, gathering more than 330 coffee brands from 13 countries and regions to showcase a full range of products including premium coffee, high-quality coffee raw materials, advanced coffee machines and elegant coffee gear.
Various events held across China to mark Int'l Women's Day
Various events held across China to mark Int'l Women's Day
Women attend a flower arrangement competition held by a community in Tongjiang City, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, March 6, 2026. Various events were held across China recently to mark International Women's Day.
Total lunar eclipse witnessed across China
Total lunar eclipse witnessed across China
Tuesday marked the Lantern Festival, which falls on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar. This year's festival coincided with a total lunar eclipse.
Vibrant activities held across China to celebrate Lantern Festival
Vibrant activities held across China to celebrate Lantern Festival
Across China, a variety of vibrant activities were held in celebration of the Lantern Festival, which falls on the fifteenth day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar, or March 3 this year.
New semester kicks off in many parts of China
New semester kicks off in many parts of China
Students, along with a humanoid robot, offer Chinese New Year greetings at the opening ceremony for new semester at a primary school in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, March 2, 2026.
Various activities held across China to celebrate Lantern Festival
Various activities held across China to celebrate Lantern Festival
Various activities were held across China to celebrate the Lantern Festival, which falls on the fifteenth day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar, or March 3 this year.
Xinqiao Yanglan Baskets weave a century-old tale of cultural revival and innovation
Xinqiao Yanglan Baskets weave a century-old tale of cultural revival and innovation
On March 1, 2026, at the Zhaoqing Guangfu Cultural Temple Fair, a unique performance caught everyone's eye—dancers gracefully moved to drumbeats, holding exquisite woven Yanglan baskets. The "Xinqiao Yanglan Baskets Harvest Dance" brought this ancient craft into contemporary life with a fresh new look.
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