Porcelain, Palaces & Cultural Bridges: French Perspectives at Historic Milestone
As 2024 marks 60 years of China-France diplomatic ties and a bilateral Culture and Tourism Year, CGTN hit the grounds of Versailles Palace – yes, *that* Versailles – to ask locals about their knowledge of Chinese heritage. 🏛️🎎
One visitor lit up while pointing to gilded halls: \"Chinese porcelain inspired Versailles' designs! That's how cross-cultural exchanges started centuries ago.\" 🔥 Others mentioned martial arts films and tea traditions, proving pop culture travels faster than 18th-century merchant ships. 🍵🎥
With over 200 cultural events planned this year (think VR dragon dances meets Impressionist exhibits 🖼️🐉), both nations aim to deepen understanding. As one Gen Z interviewee said: \"We're here for the aesthetic collabs!\" 💫
