Skip to Content Facebook Feature Image

Colorful Central Asia culture, products interest visitors at newly opened park in northwest China's Xi'an

China

Video Player is loading.
Current Time 0:00
Duration -:-
Loaded: 0%
Stream Type LIVE
Remaining Time 0:00
Â
1x
    • Chapters
    • descriptions off, selected
    • captions off, selected
      China

      China

      Colorful Central Asia culture, products interest visitors at newly opened park in northwest China's Xi'an

      2024-05-20 17:07 Last Updated At:23:47

      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vibrant culture and diverse products on show at the Central Asia Park in Xi'an City of northwest China's Shaanxi Province have caught much interest from visitors since its opening to the public on Sunday, a year after a historic summit of leaders of China and Central Asian nations.   The park is located near the Xi'an International Exhibition Center, one of the venues for the 2023 China-Central Asia Summit. Sculptures of horses and camel caravans decorate the approximately 53-hectare park, symbolizing the prosperous exchanges over centuries and the beautiful vision of joint development between China and Central Asian countries, which are Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

      "China is one of the countries with the longest history in the world, and the Silk Road also has a very long history. Today, I see many Silk Road elements and many Central Asian elements here, and I am very happy," said Oakham, head of the business development department of the ADY Container.

      At the park's shop, visitors can buy specialties including snacks and oil paintings from Central Asian countries.

      "Today, I come to have a look with my husband. It is very convenient to buy products from Central Asia in the vicinity of home," said Zhang Ying, a Xi'an resident.

      "I saw many products showcasing the culture of the five Central Asian countries, including oil paintings and delicious food. Today, I found cookies from Kazakhstan, which are very familiar to me. I hope more people from Xi'an and all over China can visit here to learn about the cultures of these five Central Asian countries," said Anita Jumekenova, a lady from Kazakhstan, who is an independent director of the Shaanxi Silk Road City Holdings Group Co., Ltd.

      The building at the main entrance of the park is called the "Silk Road Meeting Room", showcasing gifts from Central Asian countries, including traditional costumes from Kazakhstan and sculptures of "bow shooting" from Kyrgyzstan.

      "The 'Silk Road Meeting Room' is not only for exhibition, but also facilitates international trade, bulk trade. It is not only a pavilion, but also a platform to really promote trade interaction between China and Central Asian countries," said Talafuhan, head of Xinjiang Zhongya Internet Incubator Co., Ltd.

      Xi'an is a historical city founded about 3,100 years ago. Formerly known as Chang'an, it is the starting point of the ancient Silk Road, which saw flourishing interactions between China and Central Asia.

      The China-Central Asia Summit, held in the city in May 2023, was the first summit held offline by the heads of state of the six countries since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and each of the five Central Asian states 31 years ago.

      Colorful Central Asia culture, products interest visitors at newly opened park in northwest China's Xi'an

      Colorful Central Asia culture, products interest visitors at newly opened park in northwest China's Xi'an

      Next Article

      China's box office hits 300 million yuan during Qingming holiday

      2025-04-06 04:54 Last Updated At:05:17

      ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠As of 20:38 on Saturday, China's total box office revenue for the ongoing Qingming Festival holiday had surpassed 300 million yuan (about 41.28 million U.S. dollars), according to data from online platforms.

      The three-day Qingming Festival, which started on Friday this year, is a traditional Chinese holiday that falls on the 15th day after the Spring Equinox. While it is a time to enjoy the greenery of springtime and to visit the graves of ancestors, the holiday has also become a busy period for cultural and tourism activities in China, including visits to the cinema. 

      The U.S. produced film "A Minecraft Movie", Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" and crime thriller "We Girls" are currently ranked as the top three.   Data showed that "A Minecraft Movie", adapted from the beloved sandbox game, has currently topped the chart and been a hit with family audiences. Notably, over 15 percent of its viewers have attended screenings in groups.   Meanwhile, "We Girls", a drama centering on marginalized communities has made a significant impact since its premiere on Friday, breaking the single-day box office record for its genre during the Qingming Festival period over the past five years.   Despite the wave of new releases, "Ne Zha 2", a holdover, has once again witnessed a surge in viewership and secure the third spot in the rankings during the Qingming Festival holiday box-office period, buoyed by enduring fan loyalty.

      China's box office hits 300 million yuan during Qingming holiday

      China's box office hits 300 million yuan during Qingming holiday

      Recommended Articles
      Hot · Posts