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In pics: Peony flowers bloom in Luoyang, C China’s Henan
Photo shows blossoming peony flowers in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province. (Photo/ Taste all China ) Peony flowers are currently in their prime viewing period in Luoyang, known as "the city of peonies," in central China's Henan Province, drawing crowds of both domestic and international visitors. The peony, known for its bright colors and elegant appearance, symbolizes wealth, auspiciousness, happiness, and prosperity. It is considered a premier garden ornamental flower and is nicknamed the "King of Flowers." As an imperial capital across 13 dynasties, Luoyang boasts more than 1,600 years of history in peony cultivation and is claimed to have the country's finest peonies. The city is home to over 1,400 peony varieties, featuring nine colors and 10 shapes. Photo shows a blossoming peony flower in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province. (Photo/ Taste all China ) Photo shows blossoming peony flowers in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province. (Photo/ Taste all China ) Photo shows blossoming peony flowers in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province. (Photo/ Taste all China ) Photo shows blossoming peony flowers in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province. (Photo/ Taste all China ) Photo shows a blossoming peony flower in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province. (Photo/ Taste all China… -
Spring awakens in E China’s Jiangxi with stunning scenery
Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photos recently captured the scenic beauty of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province, highlighting its appeal as an attractive destination for living, working, and traveling. The city has made significant strides in improving its urban and rural living conditions in recent years. These efforts have enhanced the environment and boosted the quality of life, bringing residents greater happiness and satisfaction. Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) Aerial photo shows a scene of Gongqingcheng city, east China's Jiangxi Province. (Photo/Pan Cheng) -
Thriving tourism benefits Chinese people
China has become the biggest domestic tourism market in the world. In 2023, domestic tourist trips in the country reached 4.89 billion, and domestic tourists spent a total of 4.91 trillion yuan ($691.2 billion). China's flourishing tourism industry has increasingly become a sector that helps improve living standards and brings happiness to its people. In recent years, travel has increasingly become a lifestyle choice for Chinese people to pursue a better life. "I chose to live in Arxan city in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region just after I retired last year," said a tourist surnamed Liu from north China's Hebei Province. Liu said she can appreciate the blooming flowers in spring, escape the summer heat, enjoy breathtaking autumn scenery, and immerse herself in ice and snow tourism in Arxan. Arshan, a national-level tourist resort, has strived to turn itself into a health and wellness tourism destination in recent years. It has continuously improved its tourism infrastructure and services such as roads, dining and accommodations, and promoted business forms in the leisure tourism industry like self-driving tours, summer retreats, and winter tourism, attracting more regular visitors. There are 63 national-level tourist resorts across China, effectively increasing market supply and better… -
Smiley-face TCM – Don’t worry, be happy
Don't be irritated, upset or depressed. Or too stressed-out for too long, or seethe with anger. If these moods become habits of mind, they will affect your health, add wrinkles to your face and make you age prematurely.Maintain a good mood and even spirits for good health is common traditional advice to Chinese women for beauty and health - the same goes for men.Life has ups and downs, and being happy or sad doesn't undermine your health.Sudden and sharp mood changes or prolonged bad or blue moods, however, can disorder the flow of internal energy and damage the organs.Control your mood, says traditional Chinese medicine, though it's often not easy. Life is stressful and complicated.Western medicine, too, knows that long-term stress and exposure to cortisol, the "stress hormone" can cause cardiac, immune, nervous, metabolic, cognitive and other problems.TCM identifies seven emotions or feelings: happiness, anger, worry, thought, sorrow, fear and shock.They are, of course, not so simply detectable as facial expressions.TCM believes our psychology is closely related to certain organs and energy flows.The energy in wu zang (the five internal organs) supports the changes of mood, according to "Huang Di Nei Jing"("Medical Classic of Yellow Emperor"), the fundamental classic of… -
Jujube: Tonifies the Middle Energizer, Nourishes Blood, and Calms the Spirit
Jujube, also known as large date, has been praised in Wang Anshi's poem "Fu Zao" with lines like “Wind-wrapped in red silk, daily pearls crease red jade.” Jujubes symbolize auspiciousness and happiness, making them a must-have at ceremonial events. For example, placing jujubes and peanuts on newlyweds' beds suggests an early birth of a noble child.In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) prescriptions, jujube is one of the most commonly used herbs that can also be consumed as food. TCM believes that jujube has a sweet taste and warm nature, targeting the spleen, stomach, and heart meridians. It is effective for tonifying the middle energizer, nourishing blood, and calming the spirit, often used to treat conditions such as spleen and stomach weakness, deficiency of qi and blood, poor appetite and loose stools, fatigue and weariness, palpitations and insomnia, women’s emotional distress, and disharmony between nutritive and defensive qi. The herb can be effective when used alone, as seen in the formula from "Zhengzhi Zhunsheng" which treats emotional distress by burning jujubes to retain their properties and then brewing them with rice water. Emotional distress is often related to insufficient yin in the heart and excessive heart fire, as well as insufficiency of… -
Chilling in Tianjin: The Cool World of Shaved Ice
Summer in Tianjin is synonymous with happiness, especially once you've tasted the exquisite delights of shaved ice. From sweating profusely under the summer sun to enjoying the refreshing coolness, a bowl of shaved ice is just what you need to bridge that gap. Tianjin's Shaved Ice Scene: Bai Shui Shaved Ice and Soulful Toppings In Tianjin, many ice shops switch from selling candied chestnuts in winter to shaved ice in summer, demonstrating the adaptability of local flavors. Some even alternate between selling lamb in winter and shaved ice in summer, with certain shops operating only half the year. Each district in Tianjin boasts its own popular ice shop, usually tucked away in residential areas, offering budget-friendly bowls priced around 10-20 yuan each, enough to satisfy two people. The allure of Tianjin's shaved ice lies firstly in its "ice." There's a local saying, "sugar water frozen into ice," describing the fluffy texture of Bai Shui shaved ice made from old-fashioned ice machines, with dense, delicate ice crystals. What truly sets it apart are the toppings, meticulously crafted from fresh fruit pulps and freshly cut fruits: hawthorn, apricot, red bean, blueberry, mango, pineapple, cantaloupe, strawberry, mulberry, orange, lychee, durian... A bowl of… -
Chinese Traditional Festivals
China, a large country with 1.3 billion people boasts a 5,000-year history and glorious culture. Thus the Chinese festivals are old and numerous, embodying Chinese culture and greatly enriching people's lives. The Chinese observe a wide variety of traditional festivals based on the lunar calendar, which was set by a lunar cycle - dates following the regular appearance of the full moon. Almost every traditional festival has its own unique origins and customs which reflect the traditional practices and morality of the whole Chinese nation and its people. All these festivals include common elements such as a desire for happiness and well-being, the warding off of misfortune, experiencing a connection between man and heaven, and family reunion. And, of course, festivals are an opportunity for celebration and relaxation. The grandest and most celebrated festivals in China are the Spring Festival, the Lantern Festival, the Tomb Sweeping Festival, the Dragon Boat Festival, the Double Seventh Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Double Ninth Festival, and the Winter Solstice. The Spring FestivalAlso known as the Chinese New Year, it is the most important festival for the Chinese people when all family members get together, just like Christmas in the West. The Spring Festival… -
Unveiling the World of “Longing Heart” Season 2
In the realm of captivating television dramas, "Longing Heart Season 2" emerges as a beacon of storytelling prowess and artistic depth. Recently announced to premiere exclusively on Jiangsu TV's Happiness Theater platform starting July 8th, the series is poised to continue its spellbinding narrative journey that began with its acclaimed first season. Adapted from Tong Hua's novel of the same name, "Longing Heart" transports viewers to a period of tripartite rivalry among the kingdoms of Xi Yan, Hao Ling, and Chen Rong. At its heart is the protagonist Wang Ji, also known as "Xiao Yao," who endures a century of tumultuous trials only to find solace in the tranquil town of Qingshui, where she becomes known as Wen Xiaoliu. Xiao Yao's cousin, Wang Sunjuan, traverses the vast wilderness in search of her, while Xiaoliu unwittingly saves the life of Tu Shanjing, a noble scion of Qing Qiu, forging a bond that blossoms into romance amid their daily interactions. Later, Xiaoliu becomes acquainted with Xiang Liu through a series of serendipitous encounters, eventually forming a deep bond of camaraderie. The path to reunion with Sunjuan proves fraught with challenges and twists before their eventual recognition. When "Longing Heart Season 1" aired…
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