Youth from Multiple Countries Decode Opportunities in Weinan

International students learned the art of paper cutting from an inheritor of this intangible cultural heritage. Photo by Wu Mingling.

On August 27th, 20 international students from Chang'an University, hailing from countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Turkmenistan, and Zimbabwe, visited Weinan, Shaanxi, China. They learned about the achievements of local modern agriculture, experienced the vibrant energy of rural revitalization, and appreciated the unique charm of intangible cultural heritage. Through exchanges and mutual learning, they gained a deeper understanding of Chinese-style modernization and sensed the opportunities in China through hands-on experiences. (Text by Wu Mingling)

International students learn about Huazhou shadow puppetry. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students experience Huazhou shadow play performance. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students learn about the ancient Huazhou oil pressing technique. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students listen carefully to the staff's explanation of the historical changes of shadow puppetry. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students exchange ideas with their peers about Huazhou shadow puppetry. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students show Indonesian shadow puppetry. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students learn about the special wines of Weinan Grape Industrial Park. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students learned about the "under-forest economy" in Nansha Village, Guapo Town, Huazhou District. Photo by Peng Yipeng.

Intangible cultural heritage inheritors teach international students the art of sleeve-swinging in opera. Photo by Peng Yipeng

At the Fudao Branch of the Linwei District Cultural Center, international students listened to the gentle and melodious sounds of Weinan Wanwanqiang opera. Photo by Peng Yipeng.

International students watching Huazhou shadow puppetry. Photo by Wu Mingling

International students experienced making Linwei straw weaving. Photo by Wu Mingling.

International students experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage paper-cutting. Photo by Wu Mingling

Huazhou shadow puppet actors are performing seriously. Photo by Wu Mingling