What makes a city come alive? Over 30 young scholars from 15 countries found the answer in Quzhou, where Confucian heritage blends with modern life. From ancient rituals to games of Go and local crafts, they experienced a city where tradition isn't merely preserved — it lives on.
❤️ A young puppeteer volunteered to perform at a temporary shelter during typhoon Bavi in Taishun county, Wenzhou, turning anxious moments into smiles. Her performance lifted spirits at the shelter and brought traditional culture to life.
Ningbo architectural heritage takes center stage in Europe! An exhibition featuring Ningbo's iconic spiral caisson ceilings has opened in Sofia, Bulgaria, bringing centuries-old Chinese timber craftsmanship to European audiences.
AI meets agriculture! More than 30 scholars from Egypt visited an agricultural sci-tech park in Jinhua on July 13 to explore smart farming, AI-powered crop management and autonomous delivery vehicles, with hopes of strengthening China-Egypt agricultural cooperation. 📸/IC
One sunrise, multiple breathtaking views across Wenzhou's Pingyang county. 🌅 As the morning sun rises above the horizon, golden light washes over the coastline, mountains, and historic landmarks, revealing Pingyang at its most beautiful.
For a group of women professionals from 11 countries, Ningbo has become a classroom for exchanging ideas on education, technology, child-friendly communities, and economic development. [Video/Ningbo Today]
Students from Russia and Serbia tried out Jinhua paper-cutting, a provincial intangible cultural heritage item in Zhejiang, at the Jinhua Paper-cut Museum on July 14. ✂️ The hands-on session gave them the chance to experience traditional Chinese craftsmanship up close.
Standing ovation in Bitola. The Ningbo Symphony Orchestra became the first symphony orchestra ever invited to perform at the opening concert of North Macedonia's Ilinden Days Folk Art Festival, now in its 56th year.
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The hottest time of year has arrived in Hangzhou, and Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies has become a popular escape from the heat. Visitors splash in cool mountain streams, trek upstream, and even chill fruit in spring water, enjoying a refreshing summer day.💦
Yiwu, known as the "world's supermarket", has launched a port visa service. For travelers with urgent entry needs, visas can now be approved and issued upon arrival, making business and travel to the global wholesale hub more convenient.
Zhejiang's imports and exports reached 2.97 trillion yuan ($438 billion) in H1, up 8.6% YoY. Exports rose 9.2% to 2.26 trillion yuan, while imports grew 6.7%. Zhejiang accounted for 11.7% of China's total trade, reinforcing its role as a major trade powerhouse.
Yiwu continues to punch above its weight. The Zhejiang trade hub posted 836.5b yuan ($123.6b) in foreign trade in 2025, with strong growth continuing into 2026. From World Cup merchandise to smarter logistics, Yiwu is reinforcing its position as a global trade powerhouse.
A bite of history awaits in Longmen Ancient Town in Hangzhou, home to descendants of Sun Quan (182-252), founder of the Wu Dynasty (222-280) in the Three Kingdoms period. Local fried gluten puffs are handmade with wheat gluten, pork, and bamboo shoots.
An Italian cross-party delegation visited Jiaxing, tracing history at Nanhu Lake's iconic Red Boat and joining the Nanhu Dialogue on governance and China-Italy cooperation, strengthening mutual understanding and exchanges.
What makes Yiwu a home for global traders? 🌍 Beyond business, it's the people. From free Chinese classes to one-stop services and vibrant cultural exchanges, the city is helping thousands of international residents build careers, families and a true sense of belonging.
Looks like California... but it's actually Hangzhou! 🌴✨Take to the skies and discover the city's stunning scenery from above in this breathtaking drone video. 🎥
Zhejiang's economy maintained a steady momentum in the first half of 2026. The province's GDP reached 4.79 trillion yuan ($707 billion), up 5.7% YoY, reflecting resilient growth driven by innovation, manufacturing and foreign trade.