While the 9th Asian Winter Games 🏂 heat up in Harbin, athletes and delegates from Mongolia, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, and more took a break from the ice to immerse themselves in China’s rich cultural heritage this week! 🌏✨
Dancing in the Snow ❄️💃
A vibrant Yangge folk dance troupe kicked off the event with rhythmic drumming and high-energy moves, inviting international guests to join the fun. Talk about breaking the ice—literally and figuratively! 🥁
Crafting Traditions 🎨✂️
Participants tried their hands at ice engraving, sugar painting, wheat straw art, and paper cutting—centuries-old skills that are *cooler* than you’d think. (Pun intended. 😉)
Sweet Treats & Festival Bites 🍡🍐
No cultural deep-dive is complete without food! Guests snacked on frosty delights like frozen pears and crafted Yuanxiao, the sticky-sweet dumplings enjoyed during the Lantern Festival. Yum or yummer? 🥟
As the Games continue through February 14, this fusion of sports and culture proves that winning isn’t just about medals—it’s about connection. 🏅❤️
