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Goto City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Publishes "A Journey Tracing the Footsteps of Hidden Christians and World Heritage Sites in the Goto Islands" on Tourist Information Site
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (194+ words) Background of Article's Publication: Special Value of Goto, Island of Faith The Goto Islands are a valuable region that continues to tell the history of the "Hidden Christians." These were Christians who fled persecution during the ban on Christianity and secretly preserved their faith by settling in the islands. Their settlements and church groups are registered as a World Heritage site under the name "Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki and Amakusa Region." Attention is growing as a travel destination with deep spirituality, rather than just a simple tourist spot. Goto City promotes high-quality, experiential tourism centered on this global value. "Special Experiences" of Goto Islands Also Introduced in Videos In addition to the history of the Hidden Christians, this special feature article utilizes videos to convey the appeal visually and easily. It introduces diverse activities that allow visitors to…...
Youth from Around the World Gather on Meizhou Island to Explore the Origins of Mazu Culture
2+ week, 6+ day ago (274+ words) BEIJING, Nov. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Daily: In October, the ancestral home of Mazu on Meizhou Island, Fujian province, welcomed 30 youth delegates from around the world. Hailing from locations as diverse as Madagascar, France, Kenya, Malaysia, and Russia, they embarked on a journey to trace the origins and cultural influence of Mazu, the Goddess of the Sea. The delegation kicked off their visit on the evening of Oct 30 with a trip to the Tianfei Hometown Archaeological Park. Under a calm night sky, they explored the historic site and its artifacts, learning about the millennia-old Mazu cultural tradition. The following morning, the group travelled to Ewei Shenshi Yuan, a site of dramatic coastal rock formations that hold a key place in Mazu lore. "This place is filled with a mysterious aura, and the sea is so magnificent", said Julie…...