Hangzhou's Silk Museum on the Chinese mainland is a time machine 🕰️. John Facelo, president of the Baltimore Sister Cities Association, explored it like a kid in a candy shop. From delicate silkworm trays to ancient weaving looms, he marveled at tools that spun threads into history.
On his second trip to the Chinese mainland, Facelo sat down with reporter Liu Mohan to spill the tea 🍵 on his evolving China narrative. One highlight? Youth exchange programs in Xiamen, a breezy island city where culture and tech mesh seamlessly. He fondly remembers late-night jam sessions, dumpling dinners by the beach, and friendships that grew faster than you can say dim sum.
“Meeting students in Xiamen was eye-opening,” Facelo said. “We shared music playlists, swapped coding tips, and even taught each other cultural dance moves. It showed me how tech and tradition can live side by side.”
For young pros juggling side hustles and global Zoom calls, Facelo’s story is a reminder: cross-cultural bonds aren’t just a selfie moment—they’re the threads weaving tomorrow’s world. Whether you’re launching an app in Mumbai or snapping street-food reels in Jakarta, there’s something electric about learning from someone halfway across the globe.
Next stop? More cities, more stories, and maybe a silk scarf or two. Because when ancient crafts and modern connections collide, magic happens ✨.
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