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Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

Natalia Tsarkova poses in her workshop situated two steps from the Vatican's museums in Rome,Italy on December 1, 2015 . This attractive young Orthodox Russian is the pope's official painter. 'To be the painter of the pope is a big responsibility,You need to feel a lot of things. You especially have to feel faith. To really convey one's spirituality, you need to feel the person you're portraying. A painting of the Holy Father is a message.' Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An instructor speaks to servicemen during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen load magazines during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen participate in the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen line up during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

A serviceman digs in the forest during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

A drone flies during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

A serviceman speaks to the press during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

A serviceman walks with a rifle in the forest during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen get familiar with weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen get familiar with weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen get familiar with weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen load magazines during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

A serviceman walks along a burning ground during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An instructor speaks to servicemen during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen get familiar with weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An armed serviceman walks along the road during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen clean weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen walk past the burning grass in the forest during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

A serviceman carries a spade and a rifle during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An instructor speaks to servicemen during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An instructor speaks to servicemen during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen practise to assemble and disassemble weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen clean weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An instructor speaks to servicemen during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen participate in the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen get familiar with weapons during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An instructor speaks to servicemen during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen participate in the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

An instructor speaks to servicemen during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

A man squats by a drone during the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Drills of military volunteers enlisted under "Contract 18-24" programme

Servicemen participate in the training of military volunteers who enlisted in military service under the "Contract 18-24" project, Kyiv region, Ukraine, on April 15, 2025. The initiative of Ukraines Ministry of Defence was designed for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are willing to voluntarily join the Defence Forces for one year. The project offers new opportunities for volunteers aged 18-24, including attractive financial rewards, professional military training based on NATO standards, and social guarantees unavailable in any civilian job. (Photo by Danylo Antoniuk/Ukrinform)

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 6, 2024 shows a drone light show at the 22nd China Harbin International Beer Festival in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Zhang Tao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on May 3, 2024 shows people experiencing a light show in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Zhang Tao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 10, 2024 shows the night view of the Harbin section of the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Xie Jianfei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 10, 2024 shows the live-action performance "Encounter Harbin" staged along the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Zhang Tao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 10, 2024 shows the live-action performance "Encounter Harbin" staged along the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Xie Jianfei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 6, 2024 shows a scene at the 22nd China Harbin International Beer Festival in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Zhang Tao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 15, 2024 shows vehicles running on the Songhua River bridge in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 15, 2024 shows vehicles running on the Songhua River bridge in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 17, 2024 shows a light show at the 22nd China Harbin International Beer Festival in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 14, 2024 shows people experiencing a light show in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 14, 2024 shows tourists visiting an art square in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 21, 2024 shows the night view of the sub-area of Heilongjiang pilot free trade zone (FTZ) in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Zhang Tao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 14, 2024 shows tourists taking boats to sail on the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 14, 2024 shows tourists enjoying snacks on the Central Street in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 14, 2024 shows light shows held along the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 14, 2024 shows the view of the Songhua River, the Sun Island scenic spot and Harbin New Area in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Scenery - China

Harbin Scenery - China

An aerial drone photo taken on August 14, 2024 shows a sailing boat light show on the Harbin section of the Songhua River in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Known as China's "Ice City", Harbin has a reputation for its cool weather and diversified attractions, even during the summer months, which helps it remain attractive to tourists throughout the year. Photo by Wang Jianwei/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dancer from China's Taiwan pursues dream in mainland city

STORY: Dancer from China's Taiwan pursues dream in mainland city SHOOTING TIME: June 16, 2024 DATELINE: June 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: XIAMEN, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of dancer from China's Taiwan 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIN CHUN-HSUAN, Dancer from China's Taiwan STORYLINE: Born in China's Taiwan in 2000, Lin Chun-hsuan is now a classical Chinese dance teacher in Xiamen, Fujian Province. With 15 years of experience in classical Chinese dance, she is pursuing her dream in the Chinese mainland. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIN CHUN-HSUAN, Dancer from China's Taiwan "The most attractive part of classical Chinese dance is that it has a unique posture and charm, and it integrates the artistic essence of Chinese culture. The costumes worn in Chinese dance not only add beauty but also aid in expressing the emotions and narratives within the performance. With graceful and fluid movements, each step aims for perfection in beauty. That's why I find Chinese dance incredibly charming. Chinese

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