The China House, a cultural and sports outreach space established by the Chinese Olympic Committee in Milan, held a special "China Night" cultural exchange event on Saturday, blending Olympic spirit with traditional Chinese arts as the Winter Games continue in Italy.
Guided by the Chinese Olympic Committee, the event aimed to unite Chinese athletes, promote the Olympic spirit, and foster international cultural dialogue.
The evening featured a return appearance by the Malanhua Children's Choir, whose performance of "Ode to the Olympics" had captivated audiences during the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Games.
International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry and Chinese long-track speed skater Zhang Hong, the Sochi 2014 gold medalist, were among the distinguished guests in attendance.
"In a few days, we will celebrate Chinese New Year. Here at the China House, we are welcoming our international guests and fellow Olympians with this festive spirit, allowing everyone to truly experience how Chinese culture continues its journey from Beijing all the way to Milan," Zhang said.
The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics opened Friday with an unprecedented ceremony staged in two cities --Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. A total of around 2,900 athletes from more than 90 countries and regions will compete in 116 events across eight sports and 16 disciplines, with the Games set to run through Feb 22.
China has fielded its largest-ever delegation for an overseas Winter Olympics, sending 126 athletes to compete in 91 events across 15 disciplines, a lineup highlighted by nine gold medalists from the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.
China House in Milan hosts cultural exchange during Winter Olympics
