Step into a world where ancient traditions meet modern curiosity! The 2025 Beijing International Week of Intangible Cultural Heritage kicked off Friday, transforming the city’s Tongzhou District into a vibrant hub for global creativity. With over 60 countries and regions represented, this five-day extravaganza is like Coachella for culture buffs – but swap the guitars for silk-weaving looms and traditional drum performances 🥁.
Highlights include 10,000+ exhibits at the Beijing Grand Canal Museum, where Mongolian throat singing shares the spotlight with Japanese tea ceremonies and Ghanaian Kente cloth weaving. The opening night dazzled audiences with UNESCO-recognized heritage acts, proving that TikTok trends have nothing on centuries-old art forms 📜✨.
Organizers describe the event as a 'dialogue without borders,' featuring four main stages: an immersive exhibition, cultural exchange forums, hands-on workshops, and a marketplace where you can barter for Indonesian batik or Sichuan opera masks. Pro tip: The 'ICH Market' might just be your next favorite Instagram backdrop 📸.
