Chongqing- On July 11th, 2020, the tenth event organized by Laowai @Chongqing took a group of 8 foreign guests to Nanquan Street, where they learned about the history of Chongqing, experienced Chinese medicine, and witnessed the achievements in the ecological and rural revitalization of Banan District.
Overseas guests participating in the tenth cultural event of Laowai @Chongqing pose for a group photograph in Nanquan (South Spring) Area.
In Baihe Village, the Peng Family Residence courtyard is intricately laid out, attractively decorated, and displays the magnificent construction skills of folk artisans.
The Peng Family Residence is among the best-preserved buildings dating from the Qing Dynasty. In 1938, the Republic of China's government moved to Chongqing, and the residence became the research department of the Kuomintang Central Political University.
Foreign guests carefully studied the courtyard relics and listened attentively to their guide who recounted the site's history, frequently nodding in admiration.
Overseas friends listen attentively as their guide introduces the Qing Dynasty era Peng Family Residence.
'I'm very happy to visit here today. I've learned much about the history and culture of China, and each part of the residence is very impressive.' Commented Senai Takele from Ethiopia.
Next on the day's schedule was 'Yew' (Hongdoushan) Manor, located in the Qiaoping Mountain Scenic Area at an altitude of 666 meters. It was built in 2005 and officially opened to business in 2009 to inherit Chinese traditional medicine and promote a culture of health.
The resort integrates leisure and tourism with the cultivation of herbs, Chinese medicine, forestry, ecology, and healthy food.
A foreign guest from Ethiopia experiences the benefits of traditional Chinese massage techniques.
After she arrived at the health resort, South Korean guest Yeon Mihwa went straight for the Chinese medicine experience area. She consulted with the old Chinese doctor, who decided to perform a traditional massage for her, including the practice of acupuncture.
The overseas friends stood and watched the doctor's skillful techniques before trying themselves. 'It's not as painful as you think; it actually feels really good.' Said Yeon Mihwa, who added, there are also many Chinese medicine clinics in her country.
Callum from the United Kingdom also enjoyed the massage techniques of traditional Chinese medicine. 'Chinese massage is completely different from the UK. It feels great!'
Laowai @Chongqing takes foreign friends to experience leaf carvings at the workshop of intangible culture inheritor Mr. Li Minggui.
Later the same day, foreign guests also experienced the intangible cultural heritage of leaf carvings under the guidance of Mr. Li Minggui, an inheritor of the tradition and founder of the Leaf Carving Hall.
Li Minggui taught the basic skills to the foreign guests, and they watched in amazement as he turned a leaf into a beautiful piece of artwork.
Remaining events from Laowai@Chongqing
Below are the proposed dates and locations of upcoming events themed on intangible cultural heritage and rural traditions. There are 20 places available for foreign guests in each event and are free of charge.
Overseas residents interested in attending one or more events may contact Mr. He Liujin at bntqw@126.com, or by telephone 66231839 (English available).
July 18th – Lijiatuo Area and Maliuzui Town
July 25th – Longzhouwan Area and Yudong Area
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