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Behind The Scenes Of The Vatican

A view of the Vatican Secret Archives on June 2011. - The Vatican Secret Archives (Archivio Segreto Vaticano) is the central repository in the Vatican City for all of the acts promulgated by the Holy See. The archives also contain the state papers, correspondence, papal account books and many other documents which the church has accumulated over the centuries. More than 1000 years of history on 85 km of shelving. The papal archives has served the Holy See for 400 years and is one of the most important and renowned research centres in the world. It is a treasure trove of peerless precious documents: millions of papers and parchments that can be accessed by scholars of all nationalities and all faiths. Photo by Eric Vandeville/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Scenic Spot - China

An aerial drone photo shows the mingsha mountain and crescent spring scenic spot in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, Nov. 23, 2024. Around 2,000 years ago, Dunhuang was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road. Chinese silk and tea passed through this gateway en route to other countries, while agricultural products such as grapes, carrots and pomegranates made their way into China. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and historical significance, Dunhuang holds a treasure trove of ancient Buddhist relics and art. In recent years, Dunhuang has leveraged its cultural tourism resources and vigorously attracted visitors and scholars from around the world who are keen to delve into its historical significance and witness its modern cultural revival. Once served for thousands of years as a meeting point of the East and the West along the ancient Silk Road, Dunhuang has now revived to embrace new development. Photo by Zhang Xiaoliang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Scenic Spot - China

An aerial drone photo taken on April 25, 2023 shows the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province. Around 2,000 years ago, Dunhuang was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road. Chinese silk and tea passed through this gateway en route to other countries, while agricultural products such as grapes, carrots and pomegranates made their way into China. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and historical significance, Dunhuang holds a treasure trove of ancient Buddhist relics and art. In recent years, Dunhuang has leveraged its cultural tourism resources and vigorously attracted visitors and scholars from around the world who are keen to delve into its historical significance and witness its modern cultural revival. Once served for thousands of years as a meeting point of the East and the West along the ancient Silk Road, Dunhuang has now revived to embrace new development. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Bin/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Scenic Spot - China

Rangers patrol along the Great Wall at the site of Yumen Pass in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, July 16, 2024. Around 2,000 years ago, Dunhuang was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road. Chinese silk and tea passed through this gateway en route to other countries, while agricultural products such as grapes, carrots and pomegranates made their way into China. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and historical significance, Dunhuang holds a treasure trove of ancient Buddhist relics and art. In recent years, Dunhuang has leveraged its cultural tourism resources and vigorously attracted visitors and scholars from around the world who are keen to delve into its historical significance and witness its modern cultural revival. Once served for thousands of years as a meeting point of the East and the West along the ancient Silk Road, Dunhuang has now revived to embrace new development. Photo by Xinhua/Ma Ning/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Scenic Spot - China

Visitors ride camels at the mingsha mountain and crescent spring scenic spot in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, Feb. 4, 2025. Around 2,000 years ago, Dunhuang was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road. Chinese silk and tea passed through this gateway en route to other countries, while agricultural products such as grapes, carrots and pomegranates made their way into China. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and historical significance, Dunhuang holds a treasure trove of ancient Buddhist relics and art. In recent years, Dunhuang has leveraged its cultural tourism resources and vigorously attracted visitors and scholars from around the world who are keen to delve into its historical significance and witness its modern cultural revival. Once served for thousands of years as a meeting point of the East and the West along the ancient Silk Road, Dunhuang has now revived to embrace new development. Photo by Zhang Xiaoliang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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3,000-year-old golden treasures of Pharaoh Ramses II glisten at Australian Museum

STORY: 3,000-year-old golden treasures of Pharaoh Ramses II glisten at Australian Museum SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 16, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:07 LOCATION: SYDNEY, Australia CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibits of the "Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs" STORYLINE: With 100,000 tickets already sold in advance, anticipation has been bubbling up in the air for the exhibition titled "Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs" even before its official opening to the public at the Australian Museum. The blockbuster exhibition features 182 exquisite artifacts directly from the pyramids and museums of Egypt, bringing to life the story of Ramses II, who became the second-longest reigning pharaoh in ancient Egypt's history. The treasure trove includes jewelry in gold and silver, amulets, pottery, stone sculptures, limestone paintings, wooden coffins, and animal mummies, some of which have survived more than 3,000 years. Before the curtain of the exhibition is raised, a media la

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Tanzanian expert calls for protection of ancient rock art sites

STORY: Tanzanian expert calls for protection of ancient rock art sites DATELINE: July 2, 2023 LENGTH: 00:05:11 LOCATION: DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the site 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ZUBERI MABIE, Manager, Kondoa Rock Art Sites 3. various of people working 4. various of the site 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ZUBERI MABIE, Manager, Kondoa Rock Art Sites STORYLINE: A visit to the Kondoa Rock Art Sites, a series of ancient paintings on rock shelter walls in central Tanzania, leaves one with a treasure trove of knowledge about the pre-historic rock art. The paintings, about 20 km north of Kondoa town in Dodoma region, were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2006. The existence of rock paintings in the area was first reported in 1908. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): ZUBERI MABIE, Manager, Kondoa Rock Art Sites "My understanding of the Kondoa Rock Art Sites (is) that it's actually one of the five world heritage sites in Tanzania, actually vested with the responsibility to mak

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TANZANIA-KONDOA-ROCK ART-PROTECTION

(230702) -- KONDOA, July 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Zuberi Mabie, manager for the Kondoa Rock Art Sites, presents some of the petroglyph found in Kondoa, Tanzania, on June 26, 2023. A visit to the Kondoa Rock Art Sites, a series of ancient paintings on rock shelter walls in central Tanzania, leaves one with a treasure trove of knowledge about the pre-historic rock art. TO GO WITH "Feature: Tanzanian expert calls for protection of ancient rock art sites" (Photo by Herman Emmanuel/Xinhua)

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TANZANIA-KONDOA-ROCK ART-PROTECTION

(230702) -- KONDOA, July 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 26, 2023 shows a petroglyph found in Kondoa, Tanzania. A visit to the Kondoa Rock Art Sites, a series of ancient paintings on rock shelter walls in central Tanzania, leaves one with a treasure trove of knowledge about the pre-historic rock art. TO GO WITH "Feature: Tanzanian expert calls for protection of ancient rock art sites" (Photo by Herman Emmanuel/Xinhua)

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TANZANIA-KONDOA-ROCK ART-PROTECTION

(230702) -- KONDOA, July 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 26, 2023 shows a petroglyph found in Kondoa, Tanzania. A visit to the Kondoa Rock Art Sites, a series of ancient paintings on rock shelter walls in central Tanzania, leaves one with a treasure trove of knowledge about the pre-historic rock art. TO GO WITH "Feature: Tanzanian expert calls for protection of ancient rock art sites" (Photo by Herman Emmanuel/Xinhua)

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TANZANIA-KONDOA-ROCK ART-PROTECTION

(230702) -- KONDOA, July 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 26, 2023 shows a petroglyph found in Kondoa, Tanzania. A visit to the Kondoa Rock Art Sites, a series of ancient paintings on rock shelter walls in central Tanzania, leaves one with a treasure trove of knowledge about the pre-historic rock art. TO GO WITH "Feature: Tanzanian expert calls for protection of ancient rock art sites" (Photo by Herman Emmanuel/Xinhua)

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U.S. wants Russia to "bleed" from conflict: Pakistani expert

STORY: U.S. wants Russia to "bleed" from conflict: Pakistani expert DATELINE: April 25, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:50 LOCATION: Islamabad CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the views in U.S. 2. SOUNDBITE (English): TUGHRAL YAMIN, Senior research fellow at Institute of Policy Studies 3. various of the views in U.S. STORYLINE: A Pakistani expert has said that a trove of leaked Pentagon documents cast a new picture of the background of the Ukraine crisis. According to a Reuters report, the documents cover details about Ukrainian air strikes, the country's air defense vulnerabilities, and even the size of some Ukrainian military units. Tughral Yamin, a senior research fellow at the Institute of Policy Studies, says the U.S. wants Russia to "bleed" from the conflict as it, together with its allies, continues to send weapons to Ukraine. SOUNDBITE (English): TUGHRAL YAMIN, Senior research fellow at Institute of Policy Studies "The Americans in particular, the West, are concerned about the Russia-Ukraine confli

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Leaker who spread U.S. intel docs is member of national guard: media

STORY: Leaker who spread U.S. intel docs is member of national guard: media DATELINE: April 14, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: Washington, D.C. CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland holding press conference 2. various of street views of Washington, D.C. STORYLINE: The man who leaked a trove of U.S. intelligence documents, some marked as top secrete, to the public is a young airman enlisted in the Massachusetts Air National Guard (MANG), The New York Times reported Thursday. Identifying the U.S. service member as 21-year-old Jack Teixeira who works in the MANG's intelligence wing, the Times said it based the finding on interviews and documents it reviewed. The report said Teixeira is the leader of a private online chat group with members numbering 20 to 30, who were drawn together by their shared love for guns, racist online memes and video games. Though members of the chat group interviewed by the Times didn't identify the leader by name -- only referring to him as "OG"

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Fossils in China reveal rise of jawed vertebrates

STORY: Fossils in China reveal rise of jawed vertebrates DATELINE: Oct. 1, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:35 LOCATION: CHONGQING, China CATEGORY: SCIENCE SHOTLIST: 1. pictures of fossils 2. various of computer-generated images of Silurian fish species STORYLINE: A trove of fossils in China unearthed in rocks dating back some 440 million years showed new fish species and provided concrete evidence of the origin and earliest evolution of the jawed vertebrates. The four papers published Wednesday in the journal Nature described an array of findings based on the fossils found at two fossil beds in the early Silurian strata -- "Chongqing Fossil Bed" and "Guizhou Shiqian Fossil Bed." Silurian is an era about 440 to 410 million years ago, during which the jawed vertebrates evolved. It was a breakthrough in life evolution, but it lacks previous paleontological records. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Chongqing, China. (XHTV)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 1, 2022 shows a bronze altar excavated from the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 31, 2022 shows a dragon-shaped bronze item excavated from the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 1, 2022 shows part of a bronze sculpture with a human head and snake body excavated from the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 1, 2022 shows artifacts including a bronze head with gold mask excavated from the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 1, 2022 shows artifacts excavated from the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 1, 2022 shows a bronze box with a green jade ware inside excavated from the No.7 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on June 1, 2022 shows a bronze mask excavated from the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Archaeologists work at the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province, May 31, 2022. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-SANXINGDUI RUINS-DISCOVERIES (CN)

(220613) -- CHENGDU, June 13, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 31, 2022 shows artifacts including a bronze head excavated from the No.8 sacrificial pit at Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. Archaeologists have recently made some stunning discoveries at the famed Sanxingdui Ruins site in southwest China's Sichuan Province. A treasure trove of exquisite bronze, gold and jade wares, including at least 10 bronzewares unearthed for the first time in the history of human civilization, have been excavated at the site. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman patrols at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman takes photos at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Guli

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman patrols at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (L) and Maiming Reheman patrol at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after g

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (C) introduces Jiaohe ancient city to tourists at the ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her h

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Maiming Reheman patrols at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge is now th

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 19, 2022 shows Jiaohe ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge is now the mot

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman works on the photos she took at Jiaohe ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after g

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (L) and Maiming Reheman patrol at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after g

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Maiming Reheman feeds sheep in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge is now the mother of two c

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Aerial photo taken on May 19, 2022 shows Jiaohe ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge is now

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (L) and Maiming Reheman patrol at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after g

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (L) and Maiming Reheman patrol at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after g

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman patrols at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 19, 2022 shows Jiaohe ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge is now the mot

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (C) and Maiming Reheman (L) arrange old photos about Jiaohe ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman patrols at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (L) and Maiming Reheman patrol at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after g

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (R) and Maiming Reheman patrol at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after g

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (C) and Maiming Reheman (L) arrange old photos about Jiaohe ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman checks the impact of plants on the ancient wall at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Undated photo provided by the interviewee shows Reheman Seti, Gulibekge Maiming Reheman's grandfather, at Jiaohe ancient city, Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Aerial photo taken on May 19, 2022 shows Jiaohe ancient city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown after graduation. Gulibekge is now

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CHINA-XINJIANG-TURPAN-JIAOHE ANCIENT CITY-CONSERVATORS (CN)

(220526) -- URUMQI, May 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Gulibekge Maiming Reheman (R), her daughter (C) and Maiming Reheman pose for photos in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, May 20, 2022. Gulibekge Maiming Reheman is a conservator of the cultural treasure trove of Jiaohe Ruins, the world's biggest and best-preserved relics of a clay-built city in Turpan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Since 1972, Gulibekge's grandfather, father, and now herself have been devoted to the protection of the ancient city of Jiaohe. They have lived, worked and raised their children here, forming a deep bond with this city of over 2,000 years old, while espying the splendid and diverse history and culture of Xinjiang. Gulibekge, the family's third-generation cultural relics conservator in Jiaohe, has been inspired by her grandfather and father. She majored in history and cultural relics protection for her undergraduate and postgraduate studies respectively and returned to her hometown a

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GLOBALink | Wildlife protection efforts in China's Qinling Mountains pay off

STORY: Wildlife protection efforts in China's Qinling Mountains pay off DATELINE: May 22, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:31 LOCATION: XI'AN, China CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Qinling Mountains 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CUI JIANWEI, Forest ranger 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): ZHANG JIAN, Director of a local forest farm 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): HUA YIPING, Official with local environmental protection bureau STORYLINE: A trove of wildlife images captured by camera traps recently in northwest China's Qinling Mountains showed that years of wildlife protection efforts there had paid off. Recently, 17 kinds of wild animals, including 12 under state protection, have been spotted by camera traps. The Qinling Mountains, known as China's gene bank of wild biology, are home to over 3,400 kinds of animals and plants. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): CUI JIANWEI, Forest ranger "We alter the batteries and storage cards for infrared cameras every six months. These camera traps can automatically capture the images of wild a

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GLOBALink | Wildlife protection efforts in China's Qinling Mountains pay off

A trove of wildlife images captured by camera traps recently in northwest China's Qinling Mountains showed that years of wildlife protection efforts there had paid off. #GLOBALink Produced by Xinhua Global Service

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Man proposes tour of 88 treasure spots on Shikoku Island

Tetsuya Sato, president of a liquor retailer in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, western Japan, points his finger on Oct. 5, 2015, in the direction of Ozuchi Island (L, back) in the Seto Inland Sea. Sato has mapped out a tour of 88 spots on Shikoku Island that have myths and historical backgrounds concerning money and treasure, similar to the 88-temple pilgrimage route. The uninhabited island of Ozuchi is the No. 78 spot where a pirate clan's treasure-trove is said to remain buried. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo