Some believe it has something to do with astrology, and others think it's to do with numerical hexagrams. Whatever the explanation, one thing is for sure, the civilization which has produced this is worth tasting.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

If, in fact, these "pig dragons" are indeed the ancestors of the Chinese dragon, the symbol of China, what we see here is the very first stirrings of a national self-consciousness, an identity - in that sense, they're our ancestors too.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

More than two decades ago, the American cycling photographer Peter Crosby completed a 2,000-kilometer journey from Beijing to Hong Kong. On his second expedition in 2021, Crosby finds himself in the small town of Biancheng just in time for the Dragon Boat Festival. Encouraged by some newfound friends, he will undertake the experience of a lifetime: training for the actual dragon boat race.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

In 1994, as American cycling photographer Peter Crosby rode through Badong County in Hubei Province, he came across the Liu family, who offered him their warm hospitality. When he returned 27 years later, he couldn’t miss the opportunity to catch up with his old friends and observe the many changes that have taken place along the Yangtze River since then.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

Wherever you look, the emergence of culture and civilization has always been heralded by mastery of the art of pottery. But there's something different about the black pottery produced by the Longshan Culture. Check out the fourth episode of the first season of the documentary series "Every Treasure Tells a Story."

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

Hawk-shaped Cauldron - Masterpiece from 6,000 years ago. Overall, it's a curious composition - cute, noble and severe all at the same time, showing just how exquisite craftsmanship can speak to us, and move us, even after 6,000 years.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

Yangshuo, in southwest China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, was one of the first counties in the country to receive international backpackers and tourists. In 1994, photographer Peter Crosby came across Lisa’s Café here on his cycling trip, and was treated to such warm hospitality by its owner Li Sha. 27 years later, he’s come back, hoping to recapture that fleeting friendship and reminisce on old times.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

Musician Ding Xiaokui owns a duplicate of the crane bone flute. The original, made between 7,800 and 9,000 years ago, was unearthed at the Jiahu Neolithic Site in central China's Henan Province. It was one of more than 20 such flutes found there in 1986 and 1987. They are the oldest musical instruments ever discovered in China.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

In 2012, "Piao", a chair constructed out of paper, won the top prize at the Salone Satellite of Milan Furniture Fair. The designers of the artwork, German designer Chistoph John and his Chinese partners, took the crafting technique from one of China's intangible cultural heritages — the Yuhang oil-paper umbrella — and created this award-winning piece of art. From a regular oil-paper umbrella to a chair brimming with creativity, this is a project that unites traditional Chinese craftsmanship with modern creative designs.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying

The series features some of the most remarkable ancient treasures in China. Today, it's the Human Head Pottery Jar, which has a history of over 6000 years.

Editor: Luo Wen

Operation: Qiu Ruiqi

Producer: Li Xin

Chief Editor: Zhang Wan

Supervisor: Liu Changying