The ancient cities of Pingyao and Qixian counties have recently received further support from Shanxi Provincial Government and Agence Fran?aise de Développement (French Development Agency) in protecting their ancient cities and culture.
Taiwan architect Lee Chian-lang introduced an exhibition showcasing his hand-painted works of ancient Chinese architecture at the Shanxi Museum on May 18.
A ceremony to pay respects to ancestors from both Chinese mainland and Taiwan was held at Emperor Yandi Mausoleum in Gaoping county, Shanxi province, on May 22.
Luo Huining, Party secretary of Shanxi province, met with Hung Hsiu-chu, former president of Kuomingtang (KMT), in Taiyuan, capital of Shanxi, on May 20.