Exploring China Through Our Lens. A Visual Journey Through China’s Diverse Regions and Traditions.
Welcome to our gallery of featured work, where we showcase our passion for documenting the rich culture, traditions, and social issues of China.
Dominique Musorrafiti and Matteo Damiani, who have lived in China for many years, have a deep appreciation for the country’s diverse regions and people. Through photography and film, they have captured the beauty, charm, and challenges of life in China.
China Underground Original China Photography and Film Collection
Join us on a visual journey through our curated collection, as we explore the many facets of China that make it a unique and fascinating country.
Our photographs are available for external use with permission. If you would like to use our photographs, please contact us at info@china-underground.com. We will be happy to discuss the terms of use and provide you with the necessary permissions. Thank you for your interest in our work.
From rural villages to bustling cityscapes, this collection presents a visual record of China’s varied landscapes and cultural practices.
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A Blue Mountain and Orange Fields Near Kunming
Village Life Beyond Urban Kunming Kunming, the capital of Yunnan province in southwestern China, borders Lake Dianchi, one of the …
Lost & Found: Forgotten Memories – Found films in China
Found Films in China – What Happened When Old Films Were Discovered Among Urban Debris In 2011, Kunming, the capital …
Urban Village Transformation: Life in Transition
Snooker as a Community Focal Point in Kunming’s Changing Urban Landscape In 2010, an urban village on the outskirts of …
Hainan in Transition: A Glimpse into the Pre-Tourism Era (1999-2000)
A Visual Journey of the Recent Past of Hainan Island. Photographs by Matteo Damiani (1999–2000). The images were taken with …
Analog Alchemy: Captivating Portraits of Heqing’s Chinese New Year
Bai Culture in Focus: The Visual Symphony of Heqing In 2011, during the bustling Chinese New Year celebrations, Italian photographer …
Journey Back in Time: Images of Yuanyang from Over Two Decades Ago
Discovering Yuanyang’s Rich History: A Look at the County’s Fascinating Recent Past Through Rare Photographs Yuanyang Rice Terraces: The Hani …
Photos of Dongzhimen, the ‘Est Straight Gate’ in Beijing
Discovering the Food Haven of Guijie: A Stroll down Beijing’s Dining Street Dongzhimen and Guijie offer a unique blend of …
Documenting the CCTV Headquarters in the Making
A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Project’s Progress The CCTV Headquarters in Beijing breaks away from typical skyscraper design with its …
Nature & Tradition: a Butterfly on a Chinese character
A Delicate Butterfly Alights on a Golden Chinese Character A graceful butterfly alights on a golden Chinese character that has …
Ordinary Life, portraying a Chinese Urban Village
Analog Beauty in the Digital Age: A Journey Through Time and Place with Panoramic Portraits A beautiful collection of panoramic …
Lucky Charm Enchanting Your Eyes
Discover the Magic of Lucky Charm 200 ISO Film Lucky Charm 200 ISO enchanting your eyes with natural gradation colors …
South of Clouds, a documentary on Chinese Ethnic Minorities in Yunnan Province
The film features intimate portraits of various ethnic groups, including the Bai, Naxi, Yi, Dai, and Tibetan peoples, showcasing their …
Exploring the Cultural Legacy of the Bai People: Heqing
A Glimpse into the Bai People and their Heritage Located not too far from the ancient capital of Dali, lies …
The Hungry Ghost Festival: The Return of the Restless Spirits
A Look into the Practices of Taoists and Buddhists During the Festival The Hungry Ghost Festival, also known as the …
The Rise of Parkour in China: A Look Back at Kunming’s Pioneers
Parkour in China: Celebrating the Skills and Spirit of Early Chinese Freerunners Through the Lens of a Photographer Parkour freestyle …
85 images of the Ancient Earthen Castles in Tulou, Fujian
A journey through time: the historical significance of Fujian Tulou’s earthen houses The earthen ‘castles of Fujian Tulou are a …
The Nine Dragon Waterfall Cluster
The Roaring Cascades of the Luoping Nine Dragons The Jiulong Waterfalls (罗平九龙瀑布群), also known as the Luoping Nine Dragons Waterfall …
Somewhere in China: the story of Doctor Ma
The Loss of Community: A Surreal Photographic Journey by Dominique Musorrafiti This is the story of young Dr. Mǎ 马 …
Escape from fashion
The Loss of Individuality in the Pursuit of Fashion For over a decade, China has been transitioning towards a more …
Discovering the History and Significance of Kunming’s Longquan Temple
The Taoist Traditions of Longquan Temple Longquan Temple (龙泉观) is located on the Panlong Mountain to the east of Dianchi …
Discovering the Beauty of Kunming’s Bamboo Temple at Yu’an Mountain
The Masterpiece of Li Guangxiu at Bamboo Temple: 500 Arhat Sculptures Bamboo Temple lies on the Yu’an Mountain in the …
The Yuantong Temple: A Unique Blend of Buddhism and Chinese Culture
Discovering the Earliest Avalokitesvara Temple in Kunming. The Temple, known in Chinese as 圆通寺, is located in the downtown of …
Green Lake Park: A Garden of Lush Flowers and Trees
People and Nature in Harmony at Green Lake Park. 翠湖公园 The Green Lake Park, Kunming, Yunnan Green Lake Park, located …
Discovering the Charm of Daguang Park
An Exploration of the Lush Vegetation, Serene Waters, and Iconic Pavilions The historic park was constructed during the rule of …
Exploring the Treasures of the Golden Temple in Kunming
The Artistry and Fine Workmanship of Ancient Chinese Architecture The Golden Temple, located 10 kilometers to the east of Kunming …
China Suburbia
From Urban Villages to Ghost Cities Snapshots of suburban life in Kunming’s urban villages. China Suburbia is a photography project …
Red China Photography: The Cultural Importance of Red in China
The Art of Red: A Reflection on Chinese Culture and Society The central idea behind this art gallery is the …
Discover Luoping, China’s Breathtaking Natural Beauty – 55 photos
Explore Luoping, Yunnan’s Scenic County with Breathtaking Views. Pictures and images of Luoping, Yunnan, China. Luoping, a county situated in …
The Surreal Landscape of Yuanmou Earth Forest
Preserving the Legacy of The Earth Forest of Yuanmou Yuanmou is located about 5 hour’s journey from Kunming, the capital …
The Story of the Field in front of my House
As I was chronicling the transformation of Kunming, an unexpected and tragic event occurred, turning my visual story into a …
Chinese Street Kids
Through the Eyes of a Toy Cam: Capturing the Vulnerability and Resilience of Street Children in China “Street Kids” is …
Exploring Dianchi Lake and the Surrounding Area in Yunnan
Uncover the Surprises of Dianchi Lake Exploring the area around Dianchi Lake: abandoned hotels, rocky mountains, caves, parks, and vast …
Beijing, Evolution of a City
A City of Contrasts: Balancing Tradition and Modernity in Beijing Beijing, with its three thousand years of history, still represents …
A Visual Exploration of Kunming’s Rural Landscapes
Walking around the Yunnan countryside with a camera in hand, Dominique Musorrafiti set out to capture the everyday life of …
Chinese kids playing snooker
Young Snooker Players in Chenggong, Kunming, Yunnan, South-West China. Snooker, a billiards-based cue sport, is one of the most popular …
Traditional Bai Spring Festival in Yunnan
Every year Bai people in Heqing celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year. “Baizu are one of the ethnic minorities in …
Analog Sands: Chinese Family Holidays at Fuxian Lake
Capturing Memories: A Visual Journey of Chinese Family Holidays Located just two hours away from Kunming, Yunnan lies the breathtaking …
The Rich History and Significance of Nanputuo Temple, Xiamen
Modern-day significance and continued religious importance. Nanputuo (南普陀寺) is a Buddhist temple of vast proportions not far from the University …
The Working Class in China, 15 images
Depicting the working conditions of Migrant Workers in China Over the years, we have accumulated a large number of images …
Time travel in Chinese alleys
Travel Through Time with Lomo Lubitel 166 + and Kodak PPN 160 ISO Film The photographic project entitled “Time Travel …
Capturing the Disappearing Life of Urban Villages in China
Analog Images of Ordinary Life in China’s Disappearing Urban Villages Urban villages in China have been an integral part of …
Explore Analog Photography at Hong Kong’s Champagne Court Camera Market
Find Your Next Vintage Camera at the Champagne Court Market in Hong Kong Camera market in Hong Kong: Half a …
Exploring the Colonial Heritage of Gulangyu Island through its Architecture
Gulangyu Island’s Colonial Era Architecture: A Journey into the Past Xiamen, also known as Amoy, is a small but bustling …
Springtime in Luoping: A Photographic Journey Through the Golden Rapeseed Fields
Capturing the Beauty of Luoping: A Springtime Journey Through Yellow Rapeseeds and Dreamy Landscapes Luoping County is located a mere …
Exploring Lijiang’s World Heritage Old Town through the Lens of a Lubitel 166+
Capturing the Beauty of Lijiang: Photographer Dominique Musorrafiti’s Unique Perspective Lijiang, in Yunnan, Southern China, is the major town of …
The Stone Forest in Autumn: A Colorful Display of Nature’s Magic
Discovering the Hidden Gems of the Stone Forest, Beyond the Crowds and Tourist Hotspots The Stone Forest in Yunnan, China …
Exploring China’s Maritime Past: Three Charming Small Harbors
Finding peace and serenity in the midst of a busy country Three small harbors in China: Xiamen, Gulangyu, and Kunming …
Discover the Beauty and Vibrancy of Hong Kong Through 20 Pictures
Explore the Iconic Landmarks, Bustling Streets, and Rich Culture of Hong Kong in Matteo Damiani’s Captivating Photos Ah, Hong Kong! …
A Traditional Chinese Funeral – video
A traditional Chinese funeral on the street of Kunming, Yunnan. This video documents a traditional Chinese funeral procession observed on …
110 kids: Photo Project on Chinese Street Children
Documenting the Lives of Children Living on the Streets of China Most of the shots were taken in the narrow …
Spinner 360 in Wonderland
The Unique Features of the Lomography Spinner 360° Camera for Capturing China’s Natural Beauty Dominique Musorrafiti captured this stunning gallery …
27 images of the Bizarre Kingdom of the Little People
Analog Cameras and Rare Films Capture the Theme Park Actors and Set in a Vivid Photo Gallery Using analog cameras …
The Kingdom of the Little People in China (video + pics), updated
Inside the Kingdom of the Little People, Kunming, Yunnan. The Empire of Dwarfs, also known as the Kingdom of the …
The Cost of Progress: Life in Kunming’s Displaced Communities
Impact of urban renewal on communities in China: A photo essay on the changing face of China’s ‘City of Eternal …
Luna Park fun in China
Enjoy exciting rides at Daguan Park’s funfair area Luna Park in China – Daguan Park is located on the shores …
The Miserable Life of a Goldfish in China
The life of a fish in China can be quite tough. Not everyone is lucky enough to spend their life …
Chenggong, one of the largest new ghost town in Asia: 36 pictures
Ghost town in China: The Bleak and Abandoned Structures of Chengong Chengong, a satellite city located just south of Kunming, …
Xiamen’s Historical and Artistic Treasures: A Visual Journey
Exploring Xiamen’s Multi-Ethnic Past: A Fusion of European, Chinese, and Japanese Architecture Xiamen pictures, Trip to Xiamen, 厦门, Fujian Xiamen, …
Forgotten Places I – Urban Decay in China
Abandoned factories are about to be demolished within the city limits in China. Chinese character 拆(chai) is painted on the …
Lost cities, Temporary Ghost Town in China
Night images of a district in Kunming, Yunnan, about to be demolished. In Kunming, as in many other Chinese cities, …
Exploring abandoned Chinese brick factory (36 images)
A Tale of Decay: Matteo Damiani’s Visual Narrative of an Abandoned Brick Factory Just north of Kunming, the capital of …
Animals of China
Discovering some of the most exotic wild animals that inhabit this vast country. China is a country rich in biodiversity, …
Red Kunming
Exploring the Unique Look of 35mm Negative Red Scale Photography This area of Kunming will be demolished very soon, but …