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Well recently we've done stories focusing on Chinese tourism, specifically what is called "world heritage" – places that are considered precious to all of humanity. But what about those cultural artifacts that are less physical, but equally valuable?
When two more sites in China were named world heritage sites earlier this month, it sparked celebrations for the people living nearby.
China’s provinces are racing to have relics of their rich cultural history, and natural wonders recognized by UNESCO, and they’re spending big to do so.
Our reporter Andrew Livingstone looks into why so many areas in China are aiming for world heritage status, what it means for the people, and whether it could be a boon or a bane for their protection.
A western-style house with a long history in Shanghai has had to move to make way for road construction. It won't be destroyed, but amid the breakneck speed of development all around, the move is happening extremely slowly.
This three-story house was built in 1906 and occupies about 43 hundred square feet of land in Shanghai's Pudong District. But sadly, it's had to make room for a road. The local government says the 104-year-old house has precious cultural and historical value, and has decided to move it, rather than tear it down. But workers say moving such an old building is a special challenge.
Caitlin Rhodes explores the topic of cross-cultural relationships. Discover the day-to-day challenges couples face, and the highs and lows of multi-cultural family relations.
Caitlin Rhodes explores the topic of cross-cultural relationships. Discover the day-to-day challenges couples face, and the highs and lows of multi-cultural family relations.
Today David Moser invites a couple with cross-cultural backgrounds as they debate the sometimes heated cultural clashes which exist in their daily lives.