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Fire drill at Horyu-ji temple

IKARUGA, Japan, Jan. 26 Kyodo - Monks and firefighters participate in an annual fire drill at the World Heritage-listed Horyu-ji temple in Ikaruga in Nara Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 26, 2026. The date was designated in 1955 as a day for raising awareness about protecting cultural assets from fire after one of Horyu-ji temple buildings burned down on the same day in 1949. (Kyodo)

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Fire drill at Horyu-ji temple

Monks and firefighters participate in an annual fire drill at the World Heritage-listed Horyu-ji temple in Ikaruga in Nara Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 26, 2026. The date was designated in 1955 as a day for raising awareness about protecting cultural assets from fire after one of Horyu-ji temple buildings burned down on the same day in 1949.

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Fire drill at Horyu-ji temple

Monks and firefighters participate in an annual fire drill at the World Heritage-listed Horyu-ji temple in Ikaruga in Nara Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 26, 2026. The date was designated in 1955 as a day for raising awareness about protecting cultural assets from fire after one of Horyu-ji temple buildings burned down on the same day in 1949.

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Fire drill at Horyu-ji temple

Monks and firefighters participate in an annual fire drill at the World Heritage-listed Horyu-ji temple in Ikaruga in Nara Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 26, 2026. The date was designated in 1955 as a day for raising awareness about protecting cultural assets from fire after one of Horyu-ji temple buildings burned down on the same day in 1949.

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Fire drill at Horyu-ji temple

Monks pray at World Heritage-listed Horyu-ji temple in Ikaruga in Nara Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 26, 2025, ahead of a fire drill. Jan. 26 was designated in 1955 as a day for raising awareness about protecting cultural assets from fire after one of Horyu-ji temple's buildings burned down on the same day in 1949.

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Fire drill at Horyu-ji temple

Monks and firefighters participate in an annual fire drill at World Heritage-listed Horyu-ji temple in Ikaruga in Nara Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 26, 2025. Jan. 26 was designated in 1955 as a day for raising awareness about protecting cultural assets from fire after one of Horyu-ji temple's buildings burned down on the same day in 1949.

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Fire drill at Horyu-ji temple

Monks and firefighters participate in an annual fire drill at World Heritage-listed Horyu-ji temple in Ikaruga in Nara Prefecture, western Japan, on Jan. 26, 2025. Jan. 26 was designated in 1955 as a day for raising awareness about protecting cultural assets from fire after one of Horyu-ji temple's buildings burned down on the same day in 1949.

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A local resident airs bamboo shoots at Zhongcun Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A local resident airs bamboo shoots at Zhongcun Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Bamboo shoots are aired in front of an old house at Bailu Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 13, 2024 shows flowering trees at Bailu Village in Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A villager takes a rest in front of a homestay at Bailu Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Bamboo shoots are aired at Zhongcun Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 13, 2024 compares the old residence (front) and the new residence (rear) of the same household at Bailu Village in Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Neat houses are pictured at Bailu Village in Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A 500-year-old ginkgo tree is seen at a scenic area in Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Cherry blossoms are pictured at a scenic area in Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit Zhongcun Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists pose for photos on an ancient bridge at Zhongcun Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A 500-year-old persimmon tree is seen at a scenic area in Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists walk along the waterfront at Zhongcun Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Fresh bamboo shoots are boiled before they are aired at Zhongcun Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A villager takes a rest in front of a homestay at Bailu Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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CHINA-ZHEJIANG-YUYAO-ECOLOGICAL INDUSTRY-TOURISM (CN)

(240422) -- YUYAO, April 22, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A tourist looks over a vast bamboo forest at Bailu Village of Luting Township, Yuyao City, east China's Zhejiang Province, April 13, 2024. Sticking to the concept of "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets," Luting Township has taken local environment as an advantage to develop ecological industry and to promote the countryside tourism. Boasting mountain forests covering about 58 square kilometers, or 85 percent of the township's total land area, Luting aims to utilize its rich natural, agricultural, historical and cultural resources in an ecological-friendly way to attract more tourists. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

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Turkish tourism officials hope to attract tourists with archaeological sites

STORY: Turkish tourism officials hope to attract tourists with archaeological sites SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 23, 2024 DATELINE: March 12, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:54 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: CULTURE/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul 2. various of the site of the ruins of the Saint Polyeuktos Church 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): ALI ASKER, Archeologist of Istanbul Municipality's Directorate of Cultural Assets Projects 4. various of the site of the ruins of the Saint Polyeuktos Church 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): ALI ASKER, Archeologist of Istanbul Municipality's Directorate of Cultural Assets Projects 6. various of the site of the ruins of the Saint Polyeuktos Church 7. various of Huseyin Gazi Cosan, director of Istanbul Municipality's Tourism Division, receiving interview 8. SOUNDBITE 3 (Turkish): HUSEYIN GAZI COSAN, Director of Istanbul Municipality's Tourism Division STORYLINE: Saint Polyeuktos Church was an ancient Byzantine church in Constantinople, today's Istanbul, Türkiye. The church was commissi

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China Literature Group

SHANGHAI, CHINA - NOVEMBER 19, 2020 - The Qing Yu Nian digital IP is displayed by China Literature Group at the Yangtze River Delta Cultural Expo in Shanghai, China, November 19, 2020. On December 11, 2023, China Literature Group announced that it would acquire Tencent Animation IP assets, including Tencent Animation, for 600 million yuan.

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China Literature Group

SHANGHAI, CHINA - NOVEMBER 19, 2020 - The Qing Yu Nian digital IP is displayed by China Literature Group at the Yangtze River Delta Cultural Expo in Shanghai, China, November 19, 2020. On December 11, 2023, China Literature Group announced that it would acquire Tencent Animation IP assets, including Tencent Animation, for 600 million yuan.

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China Literature Group

SHANGHAI, CHINA - NOVEMBER 19, 2020 - The Qing Yu Nian digital IP is displayed by China Literature Group at the Yangtze River Delta Cultural Expo in Shanghai, China, November 19, 2020. On December 11, 2023, China Literature Group announced that it would acquire Tencent Animation IP assets, including Tencent Animation, for 600 million yuan.

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China Literature Group

SHANGHAI, CHINA - NOVEMBER 19, 2020 - The Qing Yu Nian digital IP is displayed by China Literature Group at the Yangtze River Delta Cultural Expo in Shanghai, China, November 19, 2020. On December 11, 2023, China Literature Group announced that it would acquire Tencent Animation IP assets, including Tencent Animation, for 600 million yuan.

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