In this episode of Tang Dynasty Architecture, we finally set off for the main event! After leaving the ancient city of Pingyao, we head to Wutai Mountain, home to two great ancient Tang Dynasty buildings: "Foguang Temple" and "Nanchan Temple." Tang Dynasty architecture is noted for its rigorous structure and grand dougong (bracket set). Although the two ancient temples differ in scale, each showcases its own beauty in structure. The historical significance of Foguang Temple is particularly noteworthy. Many years ago, before Liang Sicheng and Lin Huiyin discovered Foguang Temple, people believed that to study Tang Dynasty architecture, one could only visit Japan to see Tang relics. However, after Liang and Lin found Foguang Temple, this notion was proven wrong. This demonstrates that Foguang Temple holds a crucial place in the history of architecture in our country. Moreover, Lin Huiyin, the most talented woman of the Republic of China, along with her husband Liang Sicheng, dedicated their greatest efforts to documenting and studying the architectural history of China. Their poignant love story is not just about romance; it also has far-reaching implications. Shanxi is rich in ancient architecture, and these unique landscapes attract not only ordinary travelers but also the recently popular AAA game "Black Myth: Wukong," which was filmed in Shanxi. Locations such as Foguang Temple, Nanchan Temple, Yungang Grottoes, and Shanhu Temple have all become real-life filming sites for "Black Myth: Wukong." The remarkable talent and cultural heritage of Shanxi serve as a wellspring of modern inspiration. After Wutai Mountain, we will continue to Datong, starting with a visit to the great Buddhist site, the Yungang Grottoes. The Yungang Grottoes were initiated during the reign of Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty in 460 AD and were basically completed by 524 AD. The grottoes are carved into the mountains, extending 1 kilometer along the eastern and western banks of the Wuzhou River, with 51 main caves housing over 51,000 large and small Buddha statues. The largest statue reaches 17 meters in height, while the smallest is only 2 centimeters tall. The cultural and religious characteristics displayed within are a veritable museum of the Northern Wei period. In recent years, visitors to the Yungang Grottoes, especially players of "Black Myth: Wukong," can imagine themselves as the chosen one, wielding the Golden Staff, and breaking out of your Five Finger Mountain.

Hong Kong's retail market is currently facing numerous challenges, with residents shopping across the border and local spending power weakening. This year's National Day Golden Week saw good foot traffic but poor sales. The government has introduced various measures to boost the tourism industry. However, many recent visitors have reported inconsistent service quality, affecting Hong Kong's image as a tourist city. Despite this, many in the industry are seizing opportunities, adapting and innovating to improve services and actively capture business opportunities. So, what new directions might the future hold for Hong Kong's retail sector?

From June to September, the second Chinese Culture Festival features more than 280 performances, including selected works from “Chinese Opera Festival” and outstanding local works recognized by the China National Arts Fund, as well as works by local art organizations, covering music, dance, multi-arts, theatre, Chinese opera, films, exhibitions and more.

Studio discussion Part 1: R&D teams from Hong Kong recently received international recognition at the 2025 Edison Awards. Learn about some of the winning innovations. Guest: Andy Fung, CEO, Nano and Advanced Materials Institute Part 2: A French photographer, who based in Hong Kong, will share his visual journey through the hidden beauty of Hong Kong's urban landscape, which highlights the fading artistry of bamboo scaffolding. Guest: Romain Jacquet-Lagreze, French photographer Segments: · Highlights from Edison Awards 2025 · HKTDC Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair · Highlights from "Echoing Above" Exhibition · A Movable Feast: The culture of Food and Drink in China

The International Science, Technology & Innovation Forum of the Boao Forum for Asia will be held at the Convention and Exhibition Centre on June 6th and 7th. It’s being held in Hong Kong for the first time, with the theme “Transitioning Towards the Future: Powered by Science & Technology Innovation”. The forum is expected to bring together more than 800 top experts, scholars and political and economic leaders from home and abroad to exchange views on the trends of international innovation and the development and opportunities in cutting-edge technology fields.

This young mother of two is an aerobatic champion and dances in the air like no other between the mountains. She amazes everyone who crosses her path and has made it her goal to inspire other young women to follow her example. Spring is the start of climbing season in Denali National Park. Frozen rivers are freed, activities are resuming. Melissa, who lives at 100 miles an hour, begins her second job as an aerial taxi pilot for the most famous taxi company in Alaska. Pilots must master the art of mountain aviation and glacier drop-off. Before joining this group of elite pilots, Melissa will have to pass a series of high-flying tests.

Hong Kong is home to a one-of-a-kind urban geopark that showcases volcanic activity from around 140 million years ago, within the bustling metropolis. This unique landscape was recognised in 2023 by the International Union of Geological Sciences as one of the world’s First 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites, standing alongside renowned landmarks like the Grand Canyon in the United States and Pamukkale in Türkiye. At the High Island Reservoir in Sai Kung East Country Park, visitors can spot unique brownish-yellow hexagonal rock columns, which extend across areas like High Island, Kau Sai Chau, Tiu Chung Chau, the Ung Kong Islands, and the Ninepin Group, covering 100 square kilometres of land and sea. Recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2015, the area also features 400-million-year-old sedimentary rock layers in northeastern Hong Kong, such as Bride’s Pool, Wu Kau Tang, and Luk Keng. This rich geological heritage, combined with diverse ecosystems like mangroves, feng shui woods, and coral reefs, as well as cultural landmarks like Hakka walled villages, fishing villages, and temples, forms a rare and exceptional natural and cultural landscape unique to Hong Kong. However, according to last year’s Audit Commission report, some geoparks suffer from inadequate facilities, with issues such as visitors damaging rock formations and capturing marine species. The report also highlighted a lack of proper public transport infrastructure, which has resulted in fewer visitors than expected, making it difficult to fully promote green tourism.

Cirque du Soleil’s theatrical, character and story-driven approach, involving no animals and relying solely on the skills of human performers, makes the Canadian company’s circus shows unique. In 2005, The Works went to in Cyberport to film, under the big top, “Quidam”, a story about a bored girl named Zoe. In 2012, characters from “Saltimbanco”, a show in celebration of life, came to our studio. This month, the troupe is returning to Hong Kong after seven years, with “Kooza”. We were at the final full rehearsal before the opening. On show at Tang Contemporary Art, “Montage” is an exhibition of 15 of Yoon Hyup's recent works. Yoon adopts a pointillist technique: simple lines and dots suggest lives and scenes in bustling cities and in modern society. Yoon’s highly coloured points and lines are fluid, abstract and move in all directions to evoke the order and chaos of the cities and the movements of the people who live in them. Tijn Trommelen is a jazz singer and guitarist from the Netherlands. He says music runs in his family and that he knew early on that music was to be part of his life journey. Now in his twenties, Trommelen performs regularly in Europe and has also played in the United States and South Africa. He and his band recently completed a tour of Asia. At the end of April, while they were touring, Trommelen and pianist Robert Koemans made a quick stop in our studio.