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Guangzhou Lunar New Year Celebrations 2026

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The Pearl River grows warm as the seasons turn anew. Above the waters of Baie Tan, fireworks surge into the sky, bursting into ten thousand colors against the deep indigo night. Red like kapok blossoms setting the city aflame, gold like rippling rice ears, green like banyan shade spreading along the shore, purple like bauhinia clouds drifting in twilight. The fireworks cascade like a waterfall, reflecting with the scattered lights of boats on the river. Splendor scatters into a river of stars, sinking gently into Guangzhou’s old dreams.

Urban

Guangzhou Lunar New Year Celebrations 2025

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On the night of the Lunar New Year, the Pearl River carries the memories of time, flowing gently as it tells the story of Guangzhou. The shimmering waters of White Swan Pond embrace the dazzling fireworks in their reflection. The White Swan Hotel, brightly illuminated, shines in harmony with the bursts of color in the sky. The ancient buildings of Shamian Island stand in dignified tranquility, enhanced by the vibrant hues surrounding them. Amidst the cheers of the crowd and the thunderous fireworks, a poetic warmth lingers in the festive […]

Ancient / Astronomy / Urban

Comet over Beijing

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The skyscraper-filled Beijing CBD gazes from afar at Dingdu Peak, once admired by Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty. Chang’an Avenue connects the two, building a dialogue across time and space between the modern and the historic. The ancient Great Wall winds through the landscape, its weathered stones bathed in starlight, recounting the rise and fall of dynasties. At the pinnacle of Beijing, Dongling Mountain lies serenely under the Milky Way, having witnessed countless transformations of the earth. The comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), with its multi-millennial orbital period, sweeps across […]

Urban

Golden Chang’an Avenue

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On the autumn equinox morning, as day and night are equally divided, Beijing gradually awakens in the crisp air. The sun rises slowly from the east, draping the city in a warm golden glow. Chang’an Avenue stretches like a straight golden line, dividing Beijing into northern and southern halves. Along the street, tall buildings and ancient structures stand in harmony, blending modernity with history. Chang’an Avenue is not just a major thoroughfare but also a time tunnel linking the past, present and future.

Urban

Macau Lunar New Year Celebrations 2024

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As dusk settles, the Macau Tower stands tall like a poised dancer on stage, silently awaiting the first notes of the Lunar New Year fireworks to commence its magnificent dance. Bathed in the glow of twilight, it becomes a beacon of celebration, ready to leap into a ballet of light and color that marks the beginning of another auspicious year.

Urban

Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations 2024

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As the clock struck midnight, Hong Kong’s skyline burst into a symphony of light and color, marking the arrival of the new year. Over the shimmering waters of Victoria Harbour, a 12-minute firework display stretched 1300 meters from Central to North Point, painting the night with vibrant splashes of joy. The city united in celebration, a grand countdown shared by thousands, proving that even in solitude, one can be swept up in the jubilance of collective anticipation. Alone or together, the spirit of the new year touched every heart, igniting […]

Documentary / Urban

Nanjing in Autumn

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As autumn deepens, Nanjing transforms into a canvas of vibrant hues. The air is thick with the sweet scent of osmanthus, weaving through the ancient city’s bustling streets. Wander along the cobblestoned paths, where the whispering gingko leaves share secrets of eras past. In Nanjing’s fall, every scene composes a serene poem, each moment paints a stirring portrait.

Urban

The Central Axis of Guangzhou

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If the traces of Guangzhou’s history can be found in its old central axis, then the future of the city can be seen through its new axis. Stretching from Guangzhou East Railway Station to the Tianhe Sports Center, and from Zhujiang New Town to Huacheng Square and Haixinsha, the new central axis of Guangzhou is a marvel of beauty and prosperity showcasing the advancement of this first-tier Chinese city. With a 450-meter-tall body and a 150-meter-tall antenna, Canton Tower is the world’s tallest free-standing television tower, boasting an overall height […]