Jointly presented by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and French May Arts Festival, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Heritage Museum and French May Arts Festival, with title sponsorship from The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and support from the Mega Arts and Cultural Events Fund under the Culture, Sports, and Tourism Bureau, “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Meet Mona Lisa & Portraying the Renaissance” exhibition runs from 1 May to 27 July, 2026 at the Hong Kong Heritage Museum. Admission is free. Centred on Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, the Mona Lisa, the exhibition is divided into two main sections: Meet Mona Lisa and Portraying the Renaissance. Meet Mona Lisa is an immersive multimedia…

Located in southwestern China, Guizhou is a region where natural scenery intertwines with multi-ethnic cultures. This area boasts both typical karst topography and abundant cultural resources. From the Yangming School of Thought to ethnic cultures and the Tunpu culture, diverse historical and cultural elements converge and flourish here. In recent years, Guizhou has leveraged these resources to steadily advance the integration of culture and tourism. Through initiatives such as developing cultural routes and immersive experiences, traditional culture has been seamlessly incorporated into modern tourism settings. Meanwhile, Guizhou is transforming cultural resources into experiential offerings by focusing on distinctive cultural sectors such as Yangming culture, ethnic culture, Tunpu culture, and red…

On the evening of April 22, the 6th Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026 officially opened in Sanya, Hainan, China. This marks the second time China has hosted the Asian Beach Games and the first major international multi-sport event since the Hainan Free Trade Port began island-wide special customs operations. At 8:00 p.m., the opening ceremony was held at Yasha Park, set against Sanya Bay’s coconut-lined shore near the rock formations of Tianya Haijiao. The setting showcased a landscape where mountains meet the sea. The countdown began with a coconut falling into the water, followed by the appearance of the mascot “Yaya.” Accompanied by the cheerful melody of “Please Come to…

Deep in the mountains of southwest China’s Guizhou Province, Miao and Dong villages are transforming from traditional settlements into welcoming retreats for travelers. As one of China’s most multi-ethnic provinces, Guizhou is home to 18 indigenous ethnic groups and more than 300 villages with distinct minority characteristics. Leveraging its rich cultural tapestry and ecological assets, the region has vigorously promoted rural tourism and the homestay economy in recent years, breathing fresh vitality into age-old communities. Huawuji Village in Qianxi County, Bijie City, Guizhou, serves as a microcosm of this transformation. Situated against the mountainside and preserving a complete Miao cultural heritage, the village has been redeveloped in recent years—through the…

The HUAFA SNOW BONSKI Cup – FIS 1st Asian Indoor Alpine Ski Championships officially opened on April 23, 2026, at Qianhai Snow World in Shenzhen, China. As China’s first indoor alpine skiing competition certified by the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS), the event represents a significant breakthrough for the development of competitive winter sports beyond the country’s traditional winter regions.  Elite junior athletes from 12 countries and regions gathered in Shenzhen, delivering a high‑level competition that combined technical excellence with strong international engagement. The championships were hosted at Qianhai Snow World, China’s first indoor ski centre with professional slopes that meet the stringent standards of FIS. Officially opened on September 29,2025,…