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A sculpture reconstruction of Lady Xin Zhui Photo: IC

With all three tombs discovered at the Mawangdui Han Tombs, questions about their occupants have become the elephant in the room: Who were they? Which tomb was the earliest, and which was the latest?

BEIJING, May 19 (Xinhua) -- China appreciates the efforts made by cultural and museum institutions such as the Smithsonian Institution and the National Museum of Asian Art in the return of ancient silk manuscripts from the United States to China, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday.

As a legendary figure in Chinese literature, poet Li Qingzhao's early life was dazzling. At the young age of 16, she rose to prominence as a literary star in the male-dominated Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127). She was only 18 when she married scholar Zhao Mingcheng. Together, they shared a mutual passion for epigraphy and art in a harmonious marriage that lasted nearly three decades.

An aerial drone photo taken on March 26, 2025 shows part of the Hu Family Courtyard in Lingling District of Yongzhou City, central China's Hunan Province. Boasting a history of hundreds of years, the Zhou Family Courtyard and the Hu Family Courtyard, with their houses crisscrossing in a tightly structured and meticulously arranged layout, showcase a long history and rich cultural heritage of traditional Chinese villages. (Xinhua/Zhao Zhongzhi)

Nestled amidst the lush hills and misty valleys of Guizhou province lies the enchanting Hongyang village, a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by intrepid travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences. Recently, I embarked on a journey to this picturesque village, eager to delve into its rich history and traditional practices. What awaited me was a captivating adventure that would leave an indelible mark on my soul.

XI'AN, Feb. 23 (Xinhua) -- A new air route connecting Xi'an, the capital of northwest China's Shaanxi Province, with Kuala Lumpur of Malaysia officially opened on Sunday.

At about 8:40 a.m., an Airbus A320 aircraft departed from the Xi'an Xianyang International Airport. China Eastern Airlines operates the daily round trip flight. During its outbound journey, it stops in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, at 11:15 a.m. before arriving in Kuala Lumpur at 4:50 p.m. local time.

Recently, American friend Ethan Parker came to Dong'an ancient city in Yiyuan County to immerse himself in the historical charm of this millennium old city. Friends visited the well preserved ruins of the ancient city wall, stopped in front of the ruins of the ancient city wall, stroked the mottled bricks and stones, and listened to the past of the city wall resisting foreign enemies. Dong'an ancient city perfectly integrates historical protection and cultural inheritance, making people deeply feel the massiness and freshness of Chinese traditional culture.

A poster for the newly released documentary "Mawangdui." /CMG

The Mawangdui Tombs, located near the Liuyang River in the eastern suburbs of Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, serve as the family burial grounds of the Marquis of Dai from the Han Dynasty (202 BC–220 AD). This site has yielded over 3,000 relics, including the remarkably preserved mummy of Lady Xin Zhui, intricate coffins, silk textiles, painted scrolls, lacquerware, herbal medicines and more. Now, a three-part documentary titled "Mawangdui," which began airing in China on November 11, offers viewers a 150-minute journey into the mysteries of this ancient tomb, vividly bringing its historical richness to life.

The photo shows a beautiful rural scene composed of leaves in vibrant hues and Tujia houses at Shuangfeng Village, Lingxi Town, Yongshun County. In recent years, the county authority has advanced deeper integration of rural living environment improvements and rural tourism, promoting a transition from a beautiful countryside to a beautiful economy and helping villagers increase income. (Photo/Li Jian and Tong Zhenxi, Hunan Daily)

The photo, taken on May 13, shows a member of the Traditional Health-preserving Sports Team from the Hunan University of Chinese Medicine demonstrating a movement of the "Mawangdui Daoyin Shu" (an ancient physical exercise) at the Hunan Martyrs Park. In 1973, a silk painting was unearthed from the Han Tomb No. 3 at Mawangdui, Changsha, featuring an ancient "exercise chart" known as the Daoyintu. Drawing inspiration from this chart, the Hunan University of Chinese Medicine created and compiled the "Mawangdui Daoyin Shu," where each movement embodies the principles of unblocking the meridians and regulating the flow of qi and blood. (Photo/Gu Pengbo and Deng Zhengke, Hunan Daily)