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The Dragon Boat Festival, with its characteristic zongzi aroma, saw a vibrant cultural event unfold at Tianjin University of Technology (TUT). Hosted by the Entry-Exit Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau and TUT, the garden party was part of the "Beautiful China +" cultural series. Over 30 international students from 16 countries, including Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Malaysia, joined in. It was covered by media outlets like China Daily and cnr.cn. The event highlighted how traditional customs can serve as a bridge connecting young people globally.
On May 29, the "Beautiful China +" Cultural Series - "Boats Connect Cultures, Zongzi Brings Joy" Dragon Boat Festival Garden Party took place at Tianjin University of Technology (TUT). Hosted by the Entry-Exit Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau and TUT, it saw over 30 international students from 16 countries, including Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Malaysia, immerse themselves in the unique charm of the Chinese traditional Dragon Boat Festival.
The event featured zones for Dragon Boat Festival treats, zongzi crafting, mugwort sachet making, and vermillion dotting. Activities included zongzi making, shooting the "five poisons", and sachet making. In segments like choral performances, traditional Chinese music performances, and Hanfu shows, Chinese and international students showcased their talents together. This cultural exchange deepened their friendship and cultural understanding. Heads of the Entry-Exit Administration said that this year, they will partner with local universities to plan cultural exchange and legal publicity activities as part of the "Beautiful China +" cultural series. This initiative aims to help international students better understand and integrate into China, contributing to a safer campus environment.
(Yan Dongjie/China Daily Tianjin Office)
On May 29, the "Beautiful China+" Cultural Series - "Boats Connect Cultures, Zongzi Brings Joy" Dragon Boat Festival Garden Party took place at Tianjin University of Technology (TUT). Hosted by the Entry-Exit Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau and TUT, it saw over 30 international students from 16 countries, including Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Malaysia, immerse themselves in the unique charm of the Chinese traditional Dragon Boat Festival.
The event featured zones for Dragon Boat Festival treats, zongzi crafting, mugwort sachet making, and vermillion dotting. Activities included zongzi making, shooting the "five poisons", and sachet making. In segments like choral performances, traditional Chinese music performances, and Hanfu shows, Chinese and international students showcased their talents together. This cultural exchange deepened their friendship and cultural understanding. Heads of the Entry-Exit Administration said that this year, they will partner with local universities to plan cultural exchange and legal publicity activities as part of the "Beautiful China +" cultural series. This initiative aims to help international students better understand and integrate into China, contributing to a safer campus environment.
Daniel from Russia said excitedly, "I'm honored to have joined this event. I used to think the Dragon Boat Festival was just about zongzi and dragon boat races. Today, I've discovered its rich cultural customs. This event has taught me a lot about Chinese traditions and helped me make new friends. It has made me realize how profound Chinese culture is. I can't wait to join more events like this and uncover more fascinating Chinese stories!"
Mei Li, a student from Kyrgyzstan, told that the event hosted by the Entry-Entry Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau and TUT has enabled her to deeply experience the strong humanistic bond between China and the SCO member countries. Quoting a Kyrgyz proverb, "Friendship knows no boundaries, just as the wind knows no obstacles", she said that the unfamiliar words she once read in Chinese class, such as dragon boats, zongzi, and colorful ropes, have all come to life through the garden party. She firmly believed that the friendship between Chinese and Kyrgyz youth will help to consolidate and perpetuate the friendship between the two countries. The garden party has become a vivid example of cultural exchanges and friendly interactions among young people, building a bridge for hearts to be connected. (Source: cri.cn) (Text/Photo by Liu Haoran, Liu Beibei)
On the night of May 29, the "Beautiful China +" Cultural Series - "Boats Connect Cultures, Zongzi Brings Joy" Dragon Boat Festival Garden Party took place at Tianjin University of Technology (TUT). Over 30 international students from 16 countries, including Russia, joined Chinese students to immerse themselves in the unique charm of China's fine traditional culture.
Launched by the Entry-Entry Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau, the "Beautiful China +" cultural series aims to let more international friends experience the real, multifaceted, and comprehensive China through immersive experiences in Tianjin. With the Dragon Boat Festival around the corner, this event offered a rich cultural experience, featuring zones for Dragon Boat Festival treats, zongzi crafting, mugwort sachet making, and vermillion dotting. Activities included zongzi making, shooting the "five poisons", and sachet making.
Daniel from Russia said, "I used to think the Dragon Boat Festival was just about zongzi and dragon boat races. Today, I've discovered its rich cultural customs. This event has made me realize how profound Chinese culture is. I can't wait to join more events like this and uncover more fascinating Chinese stories!"
(Source: Learning Power, Tianjin Daily)
Jinyun News: On May 29, the "Beautiful China +" Cultural Series - "Boats Connect Cultures, Zongzi Brings Joy" Dragon Boat Festival Garden Party took place at Tianjin University of Technology (TUT). Hosted by the Entry-Exit Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau and TUT, it saw over 30 international students from 16 countries, including Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Malaysia, immerse themselves in the unique charm of the Chinese traditional Dragon Boat Festival.
The event featured zones for Dragon Boat Festival treats, zongzi crafting, mugwort sachet making, and vermillion dotting. Activities included zongzi making, shooting the "five poisons", and sachet making. In segments like choral performances, traditional Chinese music performances, and Hanfu shows, Chinese and international students showcased their talents together. This cultural exchange deepened their friendship and cultural understanding.
"I was fortunate to join the 'Beautiful China +' Dragon Boat Festival Garden Party hosted by the Entry-Exit Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau and TUT," said Mei Li, a student from Kyrgyzstan. "It made me realize how closely China and SCO member countries are connected through our cultures. The dragon boats, zongzi, and colorful ropes in the Dragon Boat Festival were once just unfamiliar words in my Chinese textbook. Now, they're real, vivid memories thanks to this event. I’m even more convinced that the bonds between Chinese and Kyrgyz youth will keep our countries' friendship strong and lasting."
A head of the Entry-Exit Administration said that this year, they will partner with local universities to plan cultural exchange and legal publicity activities as part of the "Beautiful China +" cultural series. This initiative aims to help international students better understand and integrate into China, contributing to a safer campus environment. (Reporter Yuan Meili, Correspondent Liu Beibei/Jinyun News)
On May 29, the "Beautiful China +" Cultural Series - "Boats Connect Cultures, Zongzi Brings Joy" Dragon Boat Festival Garden Party took place at Tianjin University of Technology (TUT). Hosted by the Entry-Exit Administration of the Tianjin Municipal Public Security Bureau and TUT, it saw over 30 international students from 16 countries, including Russia, Kyrgyzstan, and Malaysia, immerse themselves in the unique charm of the Chinese traditional Dragon Boat Festival.
The event featured zones for Dragon Boat Festival treats, zongzi crafting, mugwort sachet making, and vermillion dotting. Activities included zongzi making, shooting the "five poisons", and sachet making. In segments like choral performances, traditional Chinese music performances, and Hanfu shows, Chinese and international students showcased their talents together. This cultural exchange deepened their friendship and cultural understanding. Heads of the Entry-Exit Administration said that this year, they will partner with local universities to plan cultural exchange and legal publicity activities as part of the "Beautiful China +" cultural series. This initiative aims to help international students better understand and integrate into China, contributing to a safer campus environment.
(Reporter Wang Yizhao/Correspondent Liu Beibei, Guangming Daily All Media)
