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Seven refreshing Chinese summer desserts to try in the heat

Today marks Major Heat (Dashu), the last solar term of summer in the traditional Chinese calendar and the beginning of the hottest stretch of the year. As temperatures soar across the country, people turn to refreshing treats that go best with heat waves. Made with seasonal fruits, beans, herbs and other natural ingredients, these regional specialties have been helping generations stay cool through China's sweltering summers.

2026/7/23
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Hit animated film draws visitors to Shanxi heritage site

The animated film "All Wishes Come True" has become one of the surprise hits of China's summer movie season.

2026/7/31
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Discover Hulunbuir: A summer paradise in Inner Mongolia

Home to vast grasslands, forests, wetlands and countless rivers and lakes, Hulunbuir in Inner Mongolia makes for an ideal summer getaway.

2026/7/23
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Galloping across grassland: Naadam Fair opens on Xinjiang's Bayanbulak

On Xinjiang's Bayanbulak Grassland, the 26th Naadam Fair is roaring to life with thundering horse races, sharp-shooting archery contests, whirling lassos and vibrant folk performances – all wrapped in colorful costumes and festive energy.

2026/7/20
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Learn everyday yoga from Yugouliang's grannies

In 2016, Lu Wenzhen, the resident Party secretary of Hebei's Yugouliang Village in Liangmianjing Town, Zhangbei County, Zhangjiakou City, first arrived in the village and noticed that the elderly villagers all had the habit of sitting cross-legged on the kang, a traditional heated brick bed.

2026/7/19
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Sanxingdui Museum: Unlocking its mysteries after sunset

This summer, the ancient wonders of Sanxingdui Museum are waiting – now with extended hours.

2026/7/25
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Cultural heritage exhibition in Xinjiang showcases diversity

An intangible cultural heritage exhibition has opened in Shihezi, Xinjiang, bringing together intangible cultural heritage artisans and classic folk artworks from across China.

2026/7/31
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Cross-Strait exchanges reflect mainstream public opinion in Taiwan

A Chinese mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday that relevant cross-Strait travel figures demonstrate that the desire for peace, development, exchanges and cooperation remains the mainstream public opinion in Taiwan and the shared aspiration of people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.

2026/7/16
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Xinjiang's Bagua City wins over visitors with symmetry and spice

Drone shots over Ili's Tekes County in Xinjiang reveal the jaw-dropping symmetry of the world's largest Bagua city – an ancient Taoist-designed maze. From above, eight roads radiate from a central hub like a giant compass.

2026/8/6
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Bonfires, fireworks and sparks: A night in Desheng

As night falls, Desheng – a small village on the Bashang Grassland in Zhangbei County, Hebei Province – portrays a passionate painting with fire.

2026/7/21
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China's Zhangjiajie brings travelers from around the world together

China's Zhangjiajie brings travelers from around the world together

2026/7/25
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Russia to extend visa-free entry for Chinese nationals

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Monday extending visa-free entry for Chinese citizens through December 31, 2027.

2026/7/20
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The Bayanbulak Grassland: Your next dream destination

The Bayanbulak Grassland: Your next dream destination

2026/7/31
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Young Westerners take the first step to Chinamaxxing

Young Westerners take the first step to Chinamaxxing

2026/7/17
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Pingwu charms overseas tourists with Baima culture and mountains

This summer, Pingwu County in southwest China's Sichuan Province is drawing international visitors with its unique Baima Tibetan culture and mountain scenery, making it an ideal cool getaway amid the local stifling heat.

2026/8/2
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Field to mat, village yoga to life

Across the vast Bashang Plateau in north China, Yugouliang, an internet-famous "yoga village," has undergone a gentle transformation. Once a quiet village in Hebei Province, it has developed a rural fitness routine inspired by farm work.

2026/7/31
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Former sugar factory – a heritage hub of ethnic harmony

Established in 1959, Shihezi's Bayi Sugar Factory grew into a leading light industry pillar in northern Xinjiang.

2026/7/31
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Chinese animated blockbuster sparks rush to ancient Taoist temple

Chinese animated blockbuster sparks rush to ancient Taoist temple

2026/8/4
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Sunset horse riding on the Hulunbuir Grasslands

Horse riding is an experience visitors shouldn't miss in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia. In Heishantou Town, sunset horse rides are especially popular.

2026/8/6
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Are you melting away under the summer sun? Escape to Datong

Datong City offers dry weather, historic wonders, and fewer crowds. Explore ancient city walls, the UNESCO-listed Yungang Grottoes, the Hanging Temple, and Heng Mountain while discovering a lesser-known side of China.

2026/8/6
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Xiaoqikong visitors cool off among emerald mountains and jade streams

Xiaoqikong visitors cool off among emerald mountains and jade streams

2026/7/31
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Cool escapes: How Guilin's karst peaks beat the summer heat

Situated in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Guilin's dramatic karst peaks and winding rivers offer more than a visual marvel – they form a natural climate control system.

2026/7/27
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Shoreline bustles with summer beachgoers in Qingdao

The Golden Sand Beach in Qingdao's West Coast New Area, Shandong Province is drawing crowds of visitors at the height of summer.

2026/7/17
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From Switzerland to Shaolin: Over a decade of kung fu training

Joel Achermann, an accomplished martial arts trainer from Switzerland, has been coming to Shaolin Temple since 2012 – training at the academy, refining his skills and deepening his understanding of Shaolin kung fu.

2026/7/23
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From ideas to action: The robot dog finds new functions

Athan's vision was to upgrade a robot dog so that it could seamlessly follow and film people in parks, on trails – and anywhere else where life takes place.

2026/7/16
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Slide into summer on Hulunbuir's vast grasslands

In Ergun, visitors can experience Hulunbuir's longest grass-sledding tracks, each stretching 1,350 meters. The thrilling descent, combined with sweeping grassland views, offers an exciting summer adventure.

2026/7/29
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The ageless yoga grannies of Yugouliang

For the locals of Yugouliang Village in Zhangbei County, Hebei Province, yoga is about morning light shining on wheat, the rhythm of breath between chores, and the quiet joy of doing something that makes your body feel alive.

2026/7/17
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China's cool escapes draw in international tourists

As summer temperatures rise, China's vibrant seasonal tourism is hitting its peak, transforming natural landscapes across the country into bustling hot spots for global travelers.

2026/7/29
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A Zhangjiakou road trip: Speed, heritage and wilderness

There's forest thrills, ancient architecture, and wide-open plains: In Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province, you can pack three kinds of travel into one route.

2026/7/25
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Summer magic: Rainbows dance over Hukou Waterfall

Summer magic: Rainbows dance over Hukou Waterfall

2026/7/23
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Giant waves bring summer fun to Zhengzhou water park

As summer stretches on, a water park in Zhengzhou, central China's Henan Province, has launched its giant wave mode.

2026/7/24
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Spider-Man swings into Shanghai with pop-up adventure

Ahead of the global release of Marvel Studios' Spider-Man: Brand New Day on July 29, Disney China has launched a Spider-Man-themed pop-up experience in Shanghai.

2026/7/25
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Kashi Old City, a Silk Road retreat for global travelers

As summer temperatures soar, Kashi Old City in northwest China has become a favored retreat for international travelers, drawn by its Silk Road charm.

2026/7/27
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Paddy Field Torch Show lights up Yuexi County in Sichuan

The Paddy Field Torch Show kicked off on Tuesday in Yuexi County, Sichuan Province. As one of the highlights of this year's Yi Torch Festival in Liangshan, it attracted huge crowds of local residents and tourists.

2026/8/6
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Migration season for Tibetan antelopes

Migration season for Tibetan antelopes

2026/7/31
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Ride the trails, unlock Chongli's rhythm

Chongli in Zhangjiakou, north China's Hebei Province, first made its name with Winter Olympic ski runs. Now, with cool summers and a wealth of outdoor activities, this mountain town is writing a new summer chapter.

2026/7/31
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A flexibility challenge in China's 'Yoga Village'

At Yugouliang Village in Hebei Province, a group of elders with an average age of 65 have turned the daily habit of sitting cross-legged on the kang, a traditional heated brick bed, into a fitness routine, earning their village the title of China's "Yoga Village."

2026/7/16
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China's cool edge: Geography, greenery and the night economy

China's cool edge: Geography, greenery and the night economy

2026/7/16
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Stars over Qinghe: A summer night to remember

Under a flawless night sky in Qinghe County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the Milky Way blazes across the heavens like a silver ribbon.

2026/7/21
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From ruins to radiance: Tangshan's remarkable transformation

Once an abandoned area affected by mine subsidence, Tangshan's Nanhu Lake has been transformed into a scenic park

2026/7/25
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Jingyuan, Ningxia: Where summer feels like 18 C

While much of China swelters this summer, savvy travelers are heading to one of the country's cooler destinations: Liupan Mountain National Forest Park.

2026/7/25
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Youngsters' aircraft-building dreams soar this summer in Deqing

Over 1,000 young flight enthusiasts from more than 20 provinces and municipalities across China recently gathered in Deqing County, east China's Zhejiang Province to join in an aircraft design competition for adolescents.

2026/7/29
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Smart cooling, Chinese style: Shanxi's 'rooftop rain' wows the world

When heatwaves hit, a community in north China's Shanxi turned rooftops into cooling heroes. China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning shared the "rooftop rain" story on X earlier this month – a simple, low-energy fix that wowed the world and sparked global buzz.

2026/7/18
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Milking a cow: Getting a taste of herder life in Hulunbuir

Milking a cow is one of the many herder experiences visitors can enjoy in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia.

2026/8/4
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CGTN poll on China's summer travel season

CGTN poll on China's summer travel season

2026/8/4
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Gobi Desert's green gem: Shihezi's refreshing summer charm

Known as the "Pearl of the Gobi Desert," Shihezi is a vibrant, young city built amid desert wilderness.

2026/7/31
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Golden rapeseed fields paint Hulunbuir's summer landscape

Golden seas of rapeseed flowers lie amid lush green grasslands beneath blue skies and drifting white clouds, creating a refreshing pastoral landscape in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region every summer.

2026/8/2
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Carbon fiber production exemplifies 'China speed' in Changshu

What if you could fly directly from point A to point B? In Changshu, that vision is taking shape inside a carbon fiber factory where robots and humans work side by side.

2026/7/17
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Learning from granny, savoring northern China's youmian rolls

In Yugouliang Village in Zhangbei County, Hebei Province, making youmian, a traditional noodle made from naked oat flour, is both a daily meal and a cherished local tradition.

2026/7/23
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The hidden caisson ceiling at Beijing's Zhihua Temple – don't miss it

Featuring vibrant paintings and intricate carvings, the only remaining caisson ceiling at the Zhihua Temple in Beijing is easy to miss.

2026/7/19
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