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The article offers information on the growing cultural bond between China and Italy, connected through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and historical ties. Topics include "The Light of Ancient Roman Civilization" exhibition in China, featuring artifacts from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, providing a glimpse into ancient Roman life.

The article reviews China's cultural missions in fostering a modern Chinese civilization, as demonstrated at the China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair, highlighting the integration of ancient wisdom with modern innovations and the protection of China's ancient civilization.

The article states that China is in the process of submitting documents to the UNESCO World Heritage Center in order to include the Central Axis of Beijing on the World Heritage List. It is reported that the Central Axis dates back to the Yuan Dynasty and is marked by cultural relics, environmental improvements, and the management of buildings. It is further reported that it is a symbol of Chinese urban life, design, architecture and philosophy.

The article presents the discussion on China's first maglev (magnetic levitation) suspension railway named "Red Rail" completed in Ganzhou, southeast China's Jiangxi Province.

The article presents the discussion on culture and heritage being both ends and means for sustainable development. Topics include facilitating international dialogue and collaborations on heritage conservation and sustainable development; and developing rigorous legislation systems and operational guidelines for cultural, natural, and mixed World Heritage sites.

The article features the 2023 Maritime Silk Road International Arts Festival hosted by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Fujian provincial government which featured a range of performances including singing, dancing, traditional opera, acrobatics, and musical drama presented by international and domestic artists.

The article presents information on the protection and development of National Natural Reserve Mount Fanjing in China. It includes information on the ecosystem, plant and animal species, and ecological products foud on Mount Fanjing. It also includes information on an application presented to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization aiming for World Heritagestatus for Guizhou's Mt. Fanjing.

The article discusses the world protection of cultural heritage in China. It states that during the 35th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) on June 24, 2011, the West Lake Cultural Landscape in Hangzhou, China was inscribed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO. It says that since 2000, the county has held international conferences on the protection of cultural heritage.

The article reports on the addition of two more places in China to the World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) at the 34th World Heritage Committee annual meeting. They include the Historic Monuments of DengFeng in the cultural category and China's Danxia Landform in the natural category. Detailed information is presented on the Chinese World Heritage sites.

The article reports the inclusion of the Zuojiang Huashan rock paintings at the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in China in the World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on July 15, 2016. The rock paintings were allegedly created by the Luoye people between the fifth century before Christ (BC) and second century Anno Domini (AD). Among the images depicted in the paintings are bronze drums, knives, and swords.

The article focuses on the historic and cultural importance of Xi'an in China. It provides overview of the discovery of the area which dates back 6,000 years to the later Neolithic period and it was developed into a political, economic, and cultural center in the country. It also mentions the inclusion of the area's cultural heritage in the UNESCO World Heritage Site listing and its role as witness to the earliest emergence of Chinese civilization.

The article describes the Four Sacred Mountains of Buddhism in China. One of the pilgrimage sites of Buddhism in the world is Mount Wutai in Shanxi Province while Mount Emei in Sichuan Province was declared a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Natural and Cultural Heritage Site. Puji, Fayu and Huiji are the three major temples in Mount Putuo. Jiuhua Street, which is 600 meters above sea level, is the first destination for a visitor to Mount Jiuhua.

The article offers information on the Potatso National Park in Shangrila in Deqen Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, China. Deqen is reportedly the site of the Three Parallel Rivers area which was named a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site in 2003. Mountains found in the area include Meili, Baima and Balagengzong. According to the article, the national park was crucial to the plans of the prefecture to develop the Greater Shangrila Ecological Tourism Park.

The article discusses the heritage of the Han Dynasty discovered in Xuzhou, China. Xuzhou reportedly became the repository of the Han Dynasty and the Han civilization. Unsolved mysteries regarding the archaeological discovery and excavation in the area include the tunneling of mountain caves at Guishan Mountain and the accuracy of the passages' design and construction of the Han Dynasty tomb. Tourist attractions in the area include the Han Dynasty tomb, the Mausoleum of Prince Chu at Shizi Mountain and the Han Dynasty Pottery Warriors and Horses Museum.

The article focuses on the application of the world heritage status to the Grand Canal in China. The remains of canals and cultural routes are designated as world heritage under the 2005 Operational Guidelines for Implementation of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Convention Concerning the Protection of World Cultural and Natural Heritage. The canal is compared to the Great Wall by various Chinese experts such as Zheng Xiaoxie, an expert on ancient architecture.

Features the world heritage sites in China. History behind the construction of the Great Wall; Cultural significance of the Imperial Palace of the Ming and Qing Dynasties; relics found at the Mausolem of the First Qin Emperor.

The article focuses on the conservation and management of the Shandong Section of the Grand Canal Heritage issued by the Shandong provincial government in China. It cites the World Heritage status gained by the Grand Canal on June 22, 2014 and notes its evolution and role in economic development and cultural exchanges between North and South China. it also highlights the issues facing the canal's Shandong section and the potential benefits of the canal's World Heritage application.

The article focuses on the Hangzhou West Lake Cultural Landscape, found in Zheijiang Province, China. It was listed as a World Heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on June 2011. Key attractions of the landscape include the "Bai Causeway," "Su Causeway," and the "Ten Scenic Spots of the West Lake." Restoration work prior to the World Heritage bid involved archeological research, public opinion, and a water diversion project.

The article offers a look at the actions taken to prepare the karst sites, Wulong, Libo and Shilin counties in China to be included in the World Heritage List. The Chinese Ministry of Construction placed its application for Libo County with the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization in March 2001 and for Shilin County in 1991. The environmental restructuring efforts at the karst sites are highlighted.

The article offers news briefs related to China. Topics discussed include Xi'an Symphony Orchestra (XSO) staged an online concert at the Shaanxi History Museum held in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province on April 18, 2020; online photo exhibition held in Israel on May 5, 2020 to display central china's culture and tourism; and Mogao Grottoes, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site reopened for tourists.

Focuses on the involvement of China in the World Heritage Program. Adoption of the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1972; Two principles of the convention; Cities in China included in the World Heritage List.

The article mentions that Mount Fanjing in Guizhou Province also known as Forbidden City in Beijing has been listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage among other 53 sites in the country.

The article reports that four ancient irrigation sites in China including the Dujiangyan irrigation system, the Lingqu Canal, the Jiangxiyan irrigation system, and the Changqu Canal, have been inducted as world Heritage Irrigation Structures.

The article reports that Mount Fanjing located in China'has been added to the the World Heritage List on July 2, 2018 at the 42nd World Heritage Committeemeeting in Bahrain.

The article focuses on the low-carbon travel and environmental protection efforts for Huangshan park in southern Anhui Province in eastern China that earned it United Nations Education, Sports and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) commendation for world heritage conservation. It shows the role of cable workers, carriers and cleaners that make up the local environmental protection team. It highlights the care and conservation and development initiatives for the site.

The article discusses Lijiang in the northwest Yunnan Province of China. Lijiang has been named a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Cultural Heritage Site. It is stated that the province has unique land formations such as the Yulong Snow Mountain known locally as Glacier Museum. The author shares that delegates from various nations gathered in Lijiang in October 2001 to discuss future development and historic preservation for the province.

The article features the state of Pingyao in China, which has been added to the World Heritage List of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It describes the highlights and hallmarks of the state, including the major buldings, residences, shops and cultural, provincial and civic relics. Pingyao has about 400 residential houses and 11 nationally protected cultural relics.

Reports on the inscription of the Capital Cities and Tombs of the Ancient Koguryo Kingdom of China on the World Heritage list. Approval of the 28th Session of the World Heritage Committee; Description of the cultural heritage property.

This section offers science and technology-related news briefs in China as of January 1, 2015. A three-dimensional (3D) printing machine that astronauts can use while on space missions was invented by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp. Tianhe-2, developed by the National University of Defense Technology, is still the world's fastest supercomputer in 2014. Kekexili Nature Reserve has applied to be recognized as a world natural heritage site.

The article discusses an article published in the September 22, 2014 issue of the periodical "Southern Metropolis Weekly" which reported on the world heritage status given to the Grand Canal in China on June 22.

The article reports on the decision of the participants in the 30th session of the World Heritage Committee to add sites to the world heritage list including two in China. A total of 18 sites were added to the list including the Wolong giant panda habitat in Sichuan Province and the Yin Ruins in Henan Province.

Announces the holding of the 28th World Heritage Conference in Suzhou City in China's Jiangsu Province, marking the first time that the Chinese government will hosts the UNESCO World Heritage Committee's highest-ranking national conference. Number of expected participants; Conference agendas including examining and approving new world heritage sites, discussing global strategy for world heritage and promoting international cooperation.