Meet Chiwen: Ancient China’s Mythical Roof Guardian 💫🏯
Discover Chiwen, the dragon-like guardian adorning ancient Chinese rooftops, blending myth, symbolism, and architectural innovation. 🌩️🏯
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Year of the Snake 2024: Embracing Health & Renewal 🐍✨
As the Year of the Snake nears, CGTN’s Wendyl Martin blends art and wellness to inspire a healthy 2024. 🎨🌿 #CulturalRevival
🐍🎨 Spring Festival Art Blends Snake & Koi for Good Luck!
Discover how a CGTN artist blends snake and koi symbols to spread Spring Festival luck and auspicious vibes for 2024! 🐍🎨✨
🎨🐍 Fireworks & Fortune: Artist Rachel Weiss’ Vibrant Spring Festival Masterpiece
CGTN artist Rachel Weiss blends snakes, fireworks, and red hues to celebrate Spring Festival’s joy and prosperity. 🐍🎨 #CulturalVibes
🐍✨ Unlocking Ancient Luck: The Snake & Rabbit’s New Year Magic
Discover the ancient Chinese belief linking snakes, rabbits, and New Year prosperity. 🐍🐇✨ Join Leonie Zeumer to explore this tradition and make your Year of the Snake wish!
China Unveils SCO Presidency Emblem with Ancient Symbols 🌏✨
China reveals the emblem for its 2024-2025 SCO presidency, featuring ancient bronze ware motifs symbolizing unity and hope. 🇨🇳✨ #GlobalDiplomacy
Young Artist Paints China’s Magic: 10 Symbols from a Child’s View 🎨🐉
A 9-year-old Indonesian artist’s colorful take on China’s iconic symbols—from pandas to legends—wins global acclaim. 🎨🌏
Sichuan’s Black-Necked Cranes: Plateau ‘Fairies’ Bring Magic to Wetlands 🌾✨
Discover Sichuan’s black-necked cranes, revered as ‘plateau fairies,’ blending cultural symbolism with stunning biodiversity. 🌿🦢 #WildlifeConservation
Beijing’s Jade vs. Paris’ Iron: The Art Behind Olympic Medals 🏅✨
From Beijing’s jade elegance to Paris’ industrial flair, Olympic medals blend sport and culture. Discover the stories behind these timeless treasures! 🏅🎨
Quanzhou’s Drip Beasts: Guardians of Culture & Rainwater 🌊🐉
Quanzhou’s ancient ‘drip beasts’ blend rainwater management with cultural symbolism, serving as stone guardians and fortune-bringers in Minnan architecture. 🌟
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