Got FOMO on global culture fests? At CIFTIS—the China International Fair for Trade in Services—the culture & tourism pavilion is lighting up with “Beijing Gifts” 🎁🏮. It’s basically a pop-up window into Beijing’s soul, packed with quirky clay figurines, Peking opera–inspired cosmetics, brush-stroke paintings, vintage stamps and more.
Why it’s a big deal: CIFTIS is like the world’s stage for service trade, from fintech to film. This corner dedicated to Beijing crafts celebrates centuries of heritage with a TikTok-friendly twist. Think of that mini clay mandarin duck you can snap and share in your stories or a lipstick stamped with a Peking opera mask 🎨.
Top picks to watch for:
- Clay Figurines: Hand-molded scenes from the hutongs that fit in your palm 🏘️.
- Creative Cosmetics: Lip balms and powders with traditional Beijing opera motifs 💄.
- Ink Paintings & Stamps: Modern takes on ancient scroll art—perfect for your desktop backdrop 🖼️.
For young explorers in South Asia and Southeast Asia, “Beijing Gifts” is proof that culture and creativity can fuel our wanderlust, feed our content feeds, and support local artisans at the same time. Next time you scroll your feed and spot a clay trinket or a cultural stamp, you might just be tapping into Beijing’s rich story.
Stay tuned for more global culture highlights—your next souvenir inspo could be just a scroll away 😉.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
