Across the Strait on CCTV-4, July 9

cctv.com 07-05-2005 10:35

There is a common belief among Chinese on either side of the Taiwan Strait that gold is what you keep in turbulent eras, but old curiosity businesses flourish in peaceful times.

For dozens of years, antique shops have not only made a comeback in and around Beijing, but have attracted so much business they have grown into a market force that is to be reckoned with.

Your hosts now go on a treasure hunt to show you where you can find value for money.

Across the Strait on CCTV-4, July 9, at 17:15 Beijing Time.

Editor:Wang Ping  Source:CCTV.com