In a beautiful display of cultural friendship, the wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Peng Liyuan, visited the Orsay Museum in Paris alongside Brigitte Macron, wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, on Monday afternoon.
Brigitte greeted Peng warmly at the museum's entrance, setting the stage for an afternoon filled with art and meaningful exchanges. Together, they explored the \"Paris 1874: Inventing Impressionism\" exhibition, marveling at masterpieces from Claude Monet, Van Gogh, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
As they wandered through the galleries, the two first ladies shared their appreciation for Impressionist classics, discussing their favorite pieces and the emotions they evoke. Peng highlighted the shared love for painting between Chinese and French people, expressing her hope for increased cultural exchanges to deepen mutual understanding and appreciation.
During their visit, Peng and Brigitte also engaged with French students studying abroad. The students shared their experiences learning Chinese and their passion for Chinese culture. Peng encouraged them to continue their studies, travel to China, and become ambassadors of China-France friendship, fostering a bridge of communication between the two nations.
The Orsay Museum, founded in 1986, is renowned for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artworks, making it the perfect backdrop for this heartfelt meeting of two cultures.
