CULTURE \>\> IN EUROPE

Edinburgh International Festival, Scotland

The festival this year celebrates the vibrant and diverse cultures of Asia with the finest artists from China, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam joining others from around the world to explore shared artistic passions, all against the backdrop of Scotland's stunning capital city.

Date: Till Sept 4

Venue: Edinburgh Festival Center and 10 other venues

Website: www.eif.co.uk

Sounds of Zhejiang Sweep through Europe

The Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra will tour a number of countries in Europe including Italy, Austria, the Czech Republic, Germany, Sweden and Belgium this season. On Sept 21, the orchestra will perform with pianist Martin Kas, under the baton of Tang Muhai. The program includes Dvorak's Symphony No.5.

Venue: Selected European cities

Date: Aug-Sept

Website: www.wupromotion.com

Collection of Chinese art, Norway

It is one of Europe's best collections of Chinese art including large marble Buddhist temple sculptures.

Date: Till Dec 31

Venue: Vestlandske Kunstmuseene

Website: www.kunstmuseene.no

Events can be sent to: events@mail.chinadailyuk.com