Hey culture enthusiasts! 🚆 The first China-Central Asia cultural tourism train has rolled into Almaty, Kazakhstan’s bustling financial hub on May 31, kicking off an exciting four-day festival of art, heritage, and tradition. Departing from Xi'an Railway Station in Shaanxi Province, the train is more than just a ride—it’s a moving celebration that connects ancient traditions with today’s dynamic cultural exchange.
During the event, locals and visitors enjoyed demonstrations of intangible cultural heritage, exhibitions of rare artifacts, and showcases of traditional Chinese medicine. These activities offered a hands-on glimpse into rich cultural narratives, sparking meaningful dialogue between people from China and Central Asia.
This innovative journey, with a one-way trip lasting about 57 hours, emerged as a highlight from the 2023 China-Central Asia Summit in Xi'an. New opportunities, such as sister-city partnerships and vocational training initiatives like the 'Luban Workshop', are set to further deepen people-to-people bonds and boost tourism. As Jiang Wei, the Chinese general consul in Almaty, pointed out, this cultural expedition is injecting fresh energy and new momentum into regional exchange!
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Flourishing cultural exchanges help deepen China-Central Asia ties
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