The third Hometown Carnival concluded at Macao Fisherman's Wharf on Sunday, bringing together folk heritage, local specialties and innovative tech experiences for residents and visitors in China's Macao Special Administrative Region.Jointly organized by 83 local associations, the four-day event

WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 (Xinhua) -- On Saturday evening, an ancient saga of love and tragedy swept across an American stage. Shanghai Ballet brought The Butterfly Lovers -- China's definitive counterpart to Romeo and Juliet -- to life, channeling centuries of folklore into a performance that captivated audiences with a romance that transcends cultural boundaries.The performance at George Mason University's Center for the Arts in Fairfax, Virginia, drew an audience near the venue's nearly 2,000-seat capacity, securing strong audience engagement and sustained applause throughout each act.From studying together and bidding farewell to resisting an arranged marriage and finally transforming into butterflies, the ballet traces the tragic romance of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai, one of China's best-known love legends.Set to the haunting melodies of the celebrated Chinese violin concerto The Butterfly Lovers, and featuring graceful movements and vibrant costumes, the production blends classical ballet with Chinese artistic traditions to bring the timeless tale to the stage without a single word of dialogue.Rocco Benevento, a 66-year-old truck driver who watched the performance with his wife, told Xinhua that they really enjoyed the show, particularly the final scene in which the lovers turn into butterflies, a moment he found very special.The colors, all the costumes were phenomenal. They put a lot of effort into it, he said, adding that the Chinese legend reminded him of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.Anna, a local high school student who attended with friends, said the Chinese elements made the production different from other ballets she had seen.It's a lot different than a lot of other ballets I've watched before, but I like it. It's very interesting to watch, she said.Although the absence of dialogue made the storyline somewhat difficult to follow, Anna said the performance still resonated emotionally.She explained that she and her friends regularly attend cultural ev...

LANZHOU, Nov. 5 (Xinhua) -- At the cultural and creative exhibition area of the 9th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, a series of products blending traditional charm with modern design drew visitors' attention.The expo, held from Monday to Wednesday in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, brought together around 1,200 representatives from more than 50 countries and regions. It featured forums, cultural exhibitions and artistic performances to showcase Dunhuang's rich culture and promote dialogue on global cultural cooperation.Dillon Thomas Longey, a 20-year-old student from the University of Central Oklahoma in the United States, and his companions moved from booth to booth, admiring Dunhuang-themed products with keen interest. Some bought postcards printed with mural patterns, while others were drawn to plush camels.This is so cool! Longey said, describing the integration of history and culture into modern design as a fascinating way to communicate. Sharing Dunhuang's culture and history through these products is really great!Because of a tight schedule, Longey only had time to buy a few postcards, but he hoped to choose more cultural products to take back to the United States for family and friends.Briana Corazon Donovan, a 22-year-old American student from the same university, was equally impressed. Buying a product means you can take culture home with you, she said.These cultural and creative products from northwest China are becoming a window through which foreign visitors can learn about Dunhuang and experience Chinese culture.Dunhuang was once a hub on the Silk Road in northwest China. For centuries, merchants and envoys from different regions passed through, helping create a rich cultural heritage that includes the Mogao Caves. Today, from classic mural figures such as flying apsaras and the nine-colored deer to a wealth of Silk Road elements, ancient Dunhuang culture is being woven into daily life through modern creative design....