Young expats experience Jining's cultural riches

July 5 marked the beginning of Shandong's "Generation Z" cultural tour, stopping first in Jining city.

A group of international youths from Russia, Japan, the United States, Kazakhstan, Egypt and Thailand visited Qufu and Yanzhou.

In Qufu's Luxiang New Village, they took part in activities like silk embroidery, archery and calligraphy - crafts that have been practiced for centuries.

They also made rubbings at the Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion, absorbing the philosophy that has helped shape Chinese civilization.

In Yanzhou, the young visitors toured Niulou Town and marveled at the flower and sea landscape. They also visited the modern agricultural park to learn about modern agricultural techniques, and were captivated by the hall exhibiting the life of Niu Yunzhen, a 19th century local hero.

In addition, the young travelers appreciated local embroidery, the designs of hanfu (traditional Chinese clothing) and folk performances, gaining insight into the vitality of Yanzhou's cultural traditions.