Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb under the stars in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb under the stars in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb under the stars in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Wang Peng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 13, 2024 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

A drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Wang Peng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb under the stars in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Feng Kaihua /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows two Xixia imperial tombs in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows two Xixia imperial tombs in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Feng Kaihua /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb under the stars in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Feng Kaihua /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

A drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows two Xixia imperial tombs in northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Wang Peng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

A drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows people visiting the Xixia Imperial Tombs scenic area in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Feng Kaihua /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb under the stars in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Wang Peng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

This photo taken on July 5, 2025 shows two Xixia imperial tombs in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Feng Kaihua /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Feng Kaihua /Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Yang Zhisen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

Xixia Imperial Tombs inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - China

A drone photo taken on July 10, 2025 shows a Xixia imperial tomb in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. China's Xixia Imperial Tombs were officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Friday during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Paris, France. The inscription brings the total number of World Heritage sites in China to 60. Photo by Wang Peng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Xixia Imperial Tombs

Xixia Imperial Tombs

YINCHUAN, CHINA - AUGUST 19, 2011 - (FILE) World Heritage Site Xixia Imperial Tombs Scenery in Yinchuan City, Ningxia, China on August 19, 2011.

Xixia Imperial Tombs

Xixia Imperial Tombs

YINCHUAN, CHINA - AUGUST 19, 2011 - (FILE) World Heritage Site Xixia Imperial Tombs Scenery in Yinchuan City, Ningxia, China on August 19, 2011.

Xixia Imperial Tombs

Xixia Imperial Tombs

YINCHUAN, CHINA - AUGUST 19, 2011 - (FILE) World Heritage Site Xixia Imperial Tombs Scenery in Yinchuan City, Ningxia, China on August 19, 2011.

Xixia Imperial Tombs

Xixia Imperial Tombs

YINCHUAN, CHINA - AUGUST 19, 2011 - (FILE) World Heritage Site Xixia Imperial Tombs Scenery in Yinchuan City, Ningxia, China on August 19, 2011.

Xixia Imperial Tombs

Xixia Imperial Tombs

YINCHUAN, CHINA - AUGUST 19, 2011 - (FILE) World Heritage Site Xixia Imperial Tombs Scenery in Yinchuan City, Ningxia, China on August 19, 2011.

Xixia Imperial Tombs

Xixia Imperial Tombs

YINCHUAN, CHINA - AUGUST 19, 2011 - (FILE) World Heritage Site Xixia Imperial Tombs Scenery in Yinchuan City, Ningxia, China on August 19, 2011.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

Three-dimensional Traffic

Three-dimensional Traffic

YINCHUAN, CHINA - DECEMBER 30, 2024 - A three-dimensional traffic view overlooking Pingji Fort in Xixia District of Yinchuan city, Northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous region, Dec 30, 2024.

CHINA-NINGXIA-SRI LANKA YOUTH DELEGATION-TOUR (CN)

CHINA-NINGXIA-SRI LANKA YOUTH DELEGATION-TOUR (CN)

(240715) -- YINCHUAN, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A delegation of Gen Z representatives from Sri Lanka poses for a group photo in front of the Xixia Imperial Tombs Museum in Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, July 9, 2024. TO GO WITH "Across China: Sri Lanka youth delegation savors northwest China's rich culture" Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Xuefei)

CHINA-NINGXIA-YINCHUAN-NIGHTTIME ECONOMY (CN)

CHINA-NINGXIA-YINCHUAN-NIGHTTIME ECONOMY (CN)

(230503) -- YINCHUAN, May 3, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit Huaiyuan night market in Xixia District of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, May 1, 2023. Yinchuan has been making efforts to bolster its nighttime economy in recent years. (Xinhua/Yang Zhisen)

CHINA-NINGXIA-YINCHUAN-NIGHTTIME ECONOMY (CN)

CHINA-NINGXIA-YINCHUAN-NIGHTTIME ECONOMY (CN)

(230503) -- YINCHUAN, May 3, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit Huaiyuan night market in Xixia District of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, May 1, 2023. Yinchuan has been making efforts to bolster its nighttime economy in recent years. (Xinhua/Yang Zhisen)

GLOBALink | Discovering sweet cultural heritage in E China

STORY: GLOBALink | Discovering sweet cultural heritage in E China DATELINE: April 17, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:31 LOCATION: NANCHANG, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: various of the streetvarious of the makingSOUNDBITE 1 (English): NGENDAKUMANA PIE PATRICK SIMON, Burundian student of Nanchang Hangkong UniversitySOUNDBITE 2 (English): NGENDAKUMANA PIE PATRICK SIMON, Burundian student of Nanchang Hangkong UniversitySOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): XIONG CHUANFA, Inheritor of Xixia sugar figures intangible cultural heritageSOUNDBITE 4 (English): NGENDAKUMANA PIE PATRICK SIMON, Burundian student of Nanchang Hangkong University STORYLINE: Xiong Chuanfa is an inheritor of the making of sugar figures in Nanchang, east China's Jiangxi Province. The craftsmanship has been listed as an intangible cultural heritage of Nanchang. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): NGENDAKUMANA PIE PATRICK SIMON, Burundian student of Nanchang Hangkong University "Hello everyone, my name is Patrick from Burundi. Today I'm at Wanshou Palace to experience with y