Chinese teens born abroad reconnect with roots
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A group of ethnically Chinese teenagers born abroad have been enjoying a summer camp in China aimed at helping them identify with their roots. Tuesday’s highlight was a course in printmaking at Chongqing Normal University in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality. /Chinanews Photo

A group of ethnically Chinese teenagers born abroad have been enjoying a summer camp in China aimed at helping them identify with their roots. Tuesday’s highlight was a course in printmaking at Chongqing Normal University in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality. /Chinanews Photo

The 120 teens came from Malaysia, Australia and South Africa for the Root Seeking Summer Camp on December 9. They have been learning about Chinese culture including printmaking, paper cutting, traditional dance, martial arts, calligraphy and tea. /Chinanews Photo

The 120 teens came from Malaysia, Australia and South Africa for the Root Seeking Summer Camp on December 9. They have been learning about Chinese culture including printmaking, paper cutting, traditional dance, martial arts, calligraphy and tea. /Chinanews Photo

They are due to visit Chongqing tourist spots including the Dazu Rock Carvings and ancient town of Ciqikou in the next few days. They will also take a night tour of the city and taste local delicacies. /Chinanews Photo

They are due to visit Chongqing tourist spots including the Dazu Rock Carvings and ancient town of Ciqikou in the next few days. They will also take a night tour of the city and taste local delicacies. /Chinanews Photo

Sponsored by the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council, the annual Root Seeking Summer Camp debuted in 1999. /Chinanews Photo

Sponsored by the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the State Council, the annual Root Seeking Summer Camp debuted in 1999. /Chinanews Photo