As a special event of the 2024 International Youth Exchange Conference and China-U.S. Youth Exchange Camp, a unique cultural exchange event was held on July 13 at the Jinan Youth Palace. Youths from the United States, Romania, and several other countries actively participated in a variety of cultural experience programs. While learning about China's unique culture, they further enhanced their interactions, cultural integration, and promoted exchanges and cooperation in cultural and educational fields.
The exchange event was divided into four parts: “Martial Arts Showcase”, “Melodies Flow”, “Calligraphic Flourish”, and “Ingenious Craftsmanship”. The captivating demonstration by the Youth Palace's martial arts instructor inspired the young participants to try it out themselves. The soothing sound of the erhu and the elegance of the guzheng drew the attention of many youths. In the calligraphy classroom, the fragrance of ink filled the air as the youths picked up brushes to write Chinese characters on Chinese art paper stroke by stroke. With scissors and colored paper, they created intricate patterns under the guidance of a paper-cutting teacher. Through these activities, they perceived, experienced, and understood China, appreciating its unique charm and profound meaning.
This event provided a valuable platform for Chinese and foreign youths to gain deeper insights into each other's cultures. By actively participating and experiencing, the youths broadened their horizons through cultural exchanges and interactions, injecting new vitality into the promotion of international cultural exchanges and cooperation.
It is reported that Jinan Youth Palace, serving as a window for youth cultural exchanges, will continue to contribute to friendly exchanges between young people at home and abroad. This will enable them to learn from each other, share experiences, and jointly create a better future.
(Kuang Qiongqiong; Li Xiaotong; Yuan Yuhua; Gong Lili; Hua Shan; Hou Yawen; Liu Xiaohan; Lou Xinyu; Hui Sheng; Liang Ruixin; Dou Zhuoran; )