21:09, 06-May-2018
Experiencing Chinese Culture: Chinese Embassy's first Open House attracts record number of visitors in Washington D.C.
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More than 3-thousand people visited the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C. on Saturday. The embassy opened its doors to the public for the first time as part of the Around the World Embassy Tour. The event is a signature cultural gathering held annually in the U.S. capital. CGTN's ZHENG CHUNYING has more.
A unique opportunity to experience China's cultural heritage. The 2018 Open House of the Chinese Embassy offered a rare look inside the embassy building. Visitors to the Embassy got the chance to enjoy authentic Chinese artwork and various performances and shows. Some also participated in multiple hands-on programs.
Cui Tiankai, the Chinese ambassador to the United States, extended his warm welcome to all the guests in his opening remarks to kick off the event. He expressed his hope that the American public will gain a deeper understanding of both China and its people through the Open House event.
CUI TIANKAI CHINESE AMBASSADOR TO US "The most important aim of this activity is to foster greater connection and promote further understanding between the Chinese and U.S. people. The most solid basis for China-U.S ties lies in a deeper mutual understanding between the two peoples."
The diplomat assured all the guests that the Chinese embassy will open its doors even wider to the public in the future so as to deepen the mutual understanding between the two nations. ZHENG CHUNYING, CGTN.