Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

Zhanjiang Cultural Center

ZHANJIANG, CHINA - DECEMBER 25, 2025 - Aerial view of the new landmark Zhanjiang Cultural Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China on December 25, 2025.

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

A performer takes part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Performers take part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Performers take part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Performers take part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

A performer takes part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

A performer takes part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

A performer takes part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade - South Africa

Performers take part in the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival parade in Cape Town, South Africa, January 5, 2026. Tens of thousands of people gathered in Cape Town on Monday for the annual Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, a key part of the city's New Year celebrations. The carnival, officially known as the Cape Town Street Parade, is widely regarded as Africa's largest cultural festival. Its origins date back to the colonial era, when enslaved people were granted a single day after New Year's Day to celebrate. Over the years, the event has evolved into a vibrant cultural tradition marked by music, dance, and elaborate costumes. TO GO WITH "Tens of thousands attend Cape Town Minstrel Carnival to mark New Year" Photo by Xabiso Mkhabela/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Xianyu Recycle Shop

Xianyu Recycle Shop

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - People are shopping at Xianyu Recycle Shop located in Xinanli Historical and Cultural District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Visitors admire festive lanterns at the East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Tourists enjoy delicious food at a restaurant in the Historical Culture Block of East Zhonghua Gate in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Visitors admire festive lanterns at the East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Visitors admire festive lanterns at the East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - The festive lantern at the East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Visitors admire festive lanterns at the East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Tourists enjoy delicious food at a restaurant in the Historical Culture Block of East Zhonghua Gate in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Visitors admire festive lanterns at the East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - Visitors admire festive lanterns at the East Zhonghua Gate Historical and Cultural Block in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on January 2, 2026.

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Miguel Mejia works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the design and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Mejia marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Miguel Mejia works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the design and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Mejia marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Daniela Salazar works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. Her work involves the painting and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Andres de la Cruz works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the painting and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Alvaro Cordoba works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Miguel Mejia works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. His work involves the design and construction of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Mejia marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Alvaro Cordoba works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Arnold Reales works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Arnold Reales works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Miguel Mejia the Artisan Behind Twenty Years Crafting the Black and Whites Carnival - Carnaval de Negros y Blancos 2026

Master artisan Andres Ceballos works on the float “Encanto”, set to parade on January 6, 2026, during the Multicolor Border Carnival in Ipiales, Colombia on January 2, 2026. his work involves the painting of the float, an artisanal process that combines creativity, technical skill, and collective labor. this year, Miguel Mejia and his team marks 20 consecutive years of participation in the carnival, establishing himself as one of the artisans contributing to the continuity and development of this cultural tradition. He is supported by a team responsible for painting, modeling, and other tasks to prepare the float for the main parade. Photo by: Camilo Erasso/Long Visual Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

Heart-shaped Ice Sculpture Enclosed Red Roses Inside

HAMI, CHINA - JANUARY 2, 2026 - An artificially created ice sculpture in the Cultural and Creative Park, featuring a unique "heart-shaped" silhouette and enclosed red roses inside in Hami, Xinjiang, China on January 2, 2026.