The 19th Asian Games Village opened today in Hangzhou, a tech-savvy city blending ancient charm with futuristic vibes. 🌉 Over 10,000 athletes from across Asia will call this eco-friendly complex home during the games. The Chinese sports delegation, clad in sleek red-and-white uniforms, became the first to check in—greeted by lion dances and digital light shows that lit up social media feeds.
Key highlights:
- 🎤 A multilingual AI hologram host welcomed guests in 12 languages
- 🎆 Drones formed a giant lotus (Hangzhou’s city flower) over the Qiantang River
- 🤖 Robot butlers demonstrated room deliveries using facial recognition tech
Designed with sustainability in mind, the village features solar-powered dormitories and bamboo-made athlete furniture. Organizers hinted at \"surprise cultural exchanges\" planned throughout the games—stay tuned for more!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com