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A Quest for Cultural Gold in Changsha


On my first visit to Changsha, the capital of Hunan Province seemed like a huge construction site. As my plane descended into the airport, gliding over idyllic agrarian landscapes from the East, th...
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Changsha in the Eyes of an American

In September 2018, I arrived in Changsha, capital of central China’s Hunan Province. I was greeted at the airport by a student from Changsha University with a sign bearing my na...
12.02.2025 — 366 views
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Detached Thoughts on Yuelu Mountain

The Anthology of the Highlights of the Southern Peak, collected by Taoist priest Chen Tianfu in the Song Dynasty (960-1279), provides a detailed account of Mount Hengshan in cen...
12.02.2025 — 321 views
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Artistic Hideaway

Founded by renowned artist Li Zijian and his wife Wang Dansui (also known by pen name Danhui), Li Zijian Art Museum shines like a gem along the bank of the Xiangjiang River in Y...
11.02.2025 — 224 views
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Chic Changsha

A plethora of cultural landmarks and platforms in Changsha showcase the vitality and potential of diverse cultures gathering in the city. From the elegant art performances at th...
11.02.2025 — 236 views
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Experiencing Liuyang Fireworks


Today, Liuyang fireworks can be found in every corner of the world, and fireworks have become an international language that meets both emotional and visual aesthetics. It takes about an hour to ma...
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New Life in Old Street

“On your first visit to Changsha, a trip to Taiping Old Street is a must.” Newcomers to Changsha in central China’s Hunan Province often hear this advice from locals. The Taipin...
11.02.2025 — 177 views
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Orange Isle on the Xiang jiang River

In late autumn 1925, 32-year-old Mao Zedong, one of the founders of the People’s Republic of China, stopped over on Orange Isle in Changsha along his journey from Hunan Province...
11.02.2025 — 228 views
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Impression of Changsha: A Poetic Retreat Amid Urban Bustle

Changsha’s down-to-earth vibe is truly captivating. With a history stretching back three millennia, Changsha offers rich cultural heritage intertwined with bustling urban life. ...
11.02.2025 — 187 views
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Yuelu Academy Timeless Learning

From an ancient academy to part of today’s Hunan University, Yuelu Academy has contributed to cultural heritance for centuries and witnessed the evolution and modernization of a...
11.02.2025 — 254 views

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