China: Tourists Watch in Fear as Avalanche Roars Through Scenic Area in Sichuan

On March 29, 2026, tourists at Daocheng Yading in Sichuan, China, witnessed a powerful avalanche. Snow collapsed off a mountain and strong winds carried a massive white cloud across the landscape toward the lake.

Japan: Snow-Covered Mount Fuji Captured From Flight

A breathtaking view of snow-covered Mount Fuji was captured from a flight traveling from Tokyo International Airport to Kumamoto Airport on February 13, 2026. According to the filmer, an in-flight announcement indicated the aircraft was cruising at an altitude of approximately 28,000 feet at the time the footage was recorded.

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

TURPAN, CHINA - JANUARY 11, 2026 - Snowfall landscape at Aydingkol Lake Scenic Area, the lowest-altitude place in China, Turpan, Xinjiang, China on January 11, 2026.

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

TURPAN, CHINA - JANUARY 11, 2026 - Snowfall landscape at Aydingkol Lake Scenic Area, the lowest-altitude place in China, Turpan, Xinjiang, China on January 11, 2026.

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

TURPAN, CHINA - JANUARY 11, 2026 - Snowfall landscape at Aydingkol Lake Scenic Area, the lowest-altitude place in China, Turpan, Xinjiang, China on January 11, 2026.

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

TURPAN, CHINA - JANUARY 11, 2026 - Snowfall landscape at Aydingkol Lake Scenic Area, the lowest-altitude place in China, Turpan, Xinjiang, China on January 11, 2026.

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

Snowfall Landscape at Aydingkol Lake

TURPAN, CHINA - JANUARY 11, 2026 - Snowfall landscape at Aydingkol Lake Scenic Area, the lowest-altitude place in China, Turpan, Xinjiang, China on January 11, 2026.

Tenglong Cave Scenic Spot In Lichuan City - China

Tenglong Cave Scenic Spot In Lichuan City - China

Tourists ride a hot air balloon at Tenglong Cave scenic spot in Lichuan City, Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, central China's Hubei Province, July 10, 2025. Relying on ethnic culture, landscape resources and ecological culture heritage, the tourism market in Enshi continues drawing visitors since the beginning of this summer. Photo by Song Wen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tenglong Cave Scenic Spot In Lichuan City - China

Tenglong Cave Scenic Spot In Lichuan City - China

Tourists enjoy the view of Enshi Grand Canyon in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, central China's Hubei Province, July 10, 2025. Relying on ethnic culture, landscape resources and ecological culture heritage, the tourism market in Enshi continues drawing visitors since the beginning of this summer. Photo by Song Wen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tenglong Cave Scenic Spot In Lichuan City - China

Tenglong Cave Scenic Spot In Lichuan City - China

Tourists enjoy a view at Tenglong Cave scenic spot in Lichuan City, Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, central China's Hubei Province, July 10, 2025. Relying on ethnic culture, landscape resources and ecological culture heritage, the tourism market in Enshi continues drawing visitors since the beginning of this summer. Photo by Song Wen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

Yadan Landform Landscape in Karamay

KARAMAY, CHINA - MAY 2, 2024 - The Yadan landform landscape of the Devil City scenic area in the desert Gobi is seen at sunset after strong winds in Karamay city, Xinjiang province, China, May 2, 2024.

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

TURPAN, CHINA - APRIL 11, 2024 - The unique landscape of Huoyun Cave in Huoyun Valley scenic spot in Turpan City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous region, China, April 11, 2024.

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

TURPAN, CHINA - APRIL 11, 2024 - The unique landscape of Huoyun Cave in Huoyun Valley scenic spot in Turpan City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous region, China, April 11, 2024.

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

TURPAN, CHINA - APRIL 11, 2024 - The unique landscape of Huoyun Cave in Huoyun Valley scenic spot in Turpan City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous region, China, April 11, 2024.

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

Huoyun Cave in Turpan

TURPAN, CHINA - APRIL 11, 2024 - The unique landscape of Huoyun Cave in Huoyun Valley scenic spot in Turpan City, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous region, China, April 11, 2024.

XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240315) -- BEIJING, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Xinhua/Yang Ying)

#CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

#CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists take boats at the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Photo by Yuan Fuhong/Xinhua)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A tourist takes a selfie at the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Xinhua/Yang Ying)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Xinhua/Yang Ying)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Xinhua/Yang Ying)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Xinhua/Yang Ying)

#CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

#CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Photo by Xu Langhua/Xinhua)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows a view of the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Xinhua/Yang Ying)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

CHINA-GUIZHOU-ZUNYI-SPRING-VIEW (CN)

(240315) -- ZUNYI, March 15, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the Wujiangzhai scenic spot in Zunyi, southwest China's Guizhou Province, March 14, 2024. The Wujiangzhai scenic spot, with its natural landscape and local folk customs, offers a blend of sightseeing, leisure activities and exhibitions, making it a popular destination for tourists. (Xinhua/Yang Ying)

Snow tourism mania heats up China's "furnace city"

STORY: Snow tourism mania heats up China's "furnace city" SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 22, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:43 LOCATION: CHONGQING, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of urban areas of Chongqing (file) 2. various of ski resorts in Chongqing 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): MA JIA, Ski resort tourist 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): MA FUQIANG, Ski instructor at Jinfo Mountain ski resort 5. various of people skiing in ski resorts in Chongqing 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): LI CHENLE, Tourist at Nantian Lake scenic area STORYLINE: In southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, a surprising fervor for winter sports has taken hold, transforming this "furnace city" known for its scorching summers into a hub for ice and snow tourism. Although snow is rarely seen in the urban area of Chongqing, the city's abundant mountain resources offer a distinctive winter landscape. Chongqing has taken advantage of its unique geological conditions and established 23 winter sports venues to cater to the needs of winter spo

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret studies in a library at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with her m

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret (L) talks with a teacher at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with h

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret practices Taichi by a lake in Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with her medical knowledge and

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret practices Taichi by a lake in Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with her medical knowledge and

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret uses an interactive study platform at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help oth

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret (L) receives basic training of laparoscopic operation at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, sh

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret walks out of a library at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with her

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret competes during a national Wushu competition for college students in north China's Tianjin, Oct. 8, 2023. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with her m

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret (back) learns cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) technique at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the futu

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret (R) learns clinical techniques at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret visits Huangshan Mountain scenic area in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province, May 27, 2023. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with her medical

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

CHINA-ANHUI-HEFEI-FRENCH STUDENT-LIFE (CN)

(240127) -- HEFEI, Jan. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Deborah Bret does a medical experiment at Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, east China's Anhui Province, Jan. 23, 2024. Deborah Bret, a 21-year-old student from Lyon, France, majors in clinical medicine at Anhui Medical University. Bret, also known as Zhang Bohan in Chinese, has been learning Taichi since the age of five under the influence of her father, and thus developed a deep yearning to go to China. Bret continued learning Taichi from a local instructor after she came to Anhui in 2019 for her academic studies. In 2023, Bret won two first prizes in a national Wushu competition for college students. Bret also enjoys climbing mountains in China. "The most impressive experience of mine is climbing Huangshan Mountain, one of the country's most famous scenic spots. I felt like I was wandering in a Chinese landscape painting," Bret said. Bret loves Chinese cuisine, landscapes and traditional Chinese culture. Speaking of the future, she hopes to help others with

Winter in Carpathians

Winter in Carpathians

IVANO-FRANKIVSK REGION, UKRAINE - JANUARY 21, 2024 - The Carpathian Mountains are seen in winter, Ivano-Frankivsk region, western Ukraine.

Winter in Carpathians

Winter in Carpathians

IVANO-FRANKIVSK REGION, UKRAINE - JANUARY 21, 2024 - A fence runs around a haystack in the snow-drifted field in the Carpathian Mountains in winter, Ivano-Frankivsk region, western Ukraine.