In a remarkable gathering, over a hundred international artists recently converged in Hangzhou to participate in the inaugural Liangzhu Forum. In an innovative experiment, journalists from Tide News embarked on a unique "blind box" journey, exchanging gifts infused with the essence of Liangzhu culture with the artists, sparking a fascinating collision of civilizations.
Among the gifts showcasing regional characteristics were celadon cups adorned with Liangzhu totems, freshly harvested rice from the Liangzhu Archaeological Site Park, and Liangzhu calendars reflecting the color spectrum of Chinese culture. These distinctive presents amazed many of the artists.
Joanna Saeapata Jakimowicz, an artist from Poland, expressed her intrigue: "Liangzhu is a mystery from afar, yet this mystery is intriguing. It allows us to engage in cultural exchanges from diverse perspectives."
The gift exchange experiment yielded continuous surprises. A small leather mirror from Iran reflected the ancient cultures of two nations, an Iranian scarf carrying the warmth of its maker connected stories from both lands, and a bottle of red wine from overseas symbolized the budding friendship between new acquaintances.
What other unexpected gifts were part of this cultural journey? Tune into the Vlog to discover more and join in on the "blind box" adventure.