April 3, 2012
The Guanzhong Academy, the top institute of higher learning in Shaanxi province in the ming and Qing dynasties, hosts a grand ceremony to commemorate Confucius on Qingming, the festival when Chinese families honor their dead.
march 24, 2012
Former NBA superstar yao ming watches a match between Houston Rockets and Dallas mavericks with his daughter.
march 31, 2012
Locals and tourists flock to see the spectacular view from Aizhai Bridge, suspended 355 meters over a giant canyon in Hunan province, as it opens to traffic.
march 28, 2012
Farmers from meijiawu in Hangzhou pick tea leaves. The 600-year-old community on the banks of the famous West lake is known for its peaceful environment and longjing tea.
march 30, 2012
Beijing home team Jinyu hoist the trophy after defeating Guangdong Hongyuan in the finals of the 11/12 China Basketball Association (CBA).
march 31, 2012
Two models sport outfits inspired by traditional robes at the China Fashion Week in Beijing.
march 28, 2012
Apple CeO Tim Cook visits the Foxconn iphone plant in Zhengzhou, Henan province. Photos by CFP