Leaders: Famed coal region has more to offer

The local authorities in Shanxi province want to present another picture by highlighting its long history, rich culture and the recent progress the province has made in arts, creativity and tourism based on such cultural legacies.

One of a pair of giant hand-stitched leather shoes in Pingyao

Emergency measures at scenic spots as tourists surge

Emergency measures have been launched at some of China's popular scenic spots to cope with visitor numbers during the fourth day of the eight-day nationwide holiday.

Legendary lure

Emperor Guangwu, first emperor of the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 25-220), is said to have been saved after praying to the mountain god in Changzhi. That's just one of the many legends of the county in Shanxi province. Wang Ru finds out more.

Pingyao hosts photography gala

A photography festival opened Wednesday in the ancient city of Pingyao, drawing more than 1,700 exhibitors from both China and abroad.

Ancient Chinese city hosts int'l photo festival

A photography festival opened Wednesday in the ancient city of Pingyao, drawing more than 1,700 exhibitors from home and abroad.

Father's Day for astronaut's parents

Astronaut Liu Wang's parents blow out candles with local policemen to celebrate the Father's Day, Pingyao county of Shanxi province, June 17, 2012.

Yungang Grottoes ranks first temporarily among the top ten Shanxi scenic areas

The Tourism Administration of Datong City announced on May 7 that the event, “Impression: A Global Vote for Top Ten Scenic Areas in Shanxi” had started. The Yungang Grottoes, Northern Heng Shan, Datong City Walls, Huayan Temple, Shanhua Temple and Jinhuagong Coal Mine ranking among the first sixth most popular scenic areas so far.