"Culture Alive"

A group of performers are struggling to stop the curtain coming down forever on Teochew Opera in Thailand. "We are trying to translate operas into Thai to make them easier for the local audience, and also plan to establish an opera school in Bangkok," said Zhuang Meilong, founder of the Thai-Chinese Dramatic Arts Institute.

Japan, 3D scans of Buddha statues guard against their loss and help temples

Villagers glorify their children in a Chinese festival

The “Friendly Guide” phone app will even play out an historic battle for users

Unesco adds 27 sites to its protection list, but warns its reach is limited

Ninja hospitality helps visitors reach Wakayama Castle

The portrayal of "normal everyday life" in North Korea surprises those who see it