Winter Games Athletes Discover Chinese Traditions in Harbin! ❄️🎎

Hey there, friends! Have you ever wondered what it’s like to mix sports with cultural fun? Well, nearly 20 athletes, sports officials, and media friends from countries like Mongolia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam did just that in Harbin, northeast China! 🌟

As part of the 9th Asian Winter Games, these guests visited the famous Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art Expo Park. The event started with a bang—a lively performance by a local folk Yangge dancing troupe! 💃 Their energetic moves and drum beats got everyone excited, and soon enough, the international guests joined in the dance. How cool is that? 🎶

But that’s not all! They also got to try out some amazing Chinese crafts. 🖌️ From ice engravings and sugar paintings 🍭 to wheat straw art 🌾 and paper cuttings ✂️, there was so much to learn and do. Imagine making art out of ice or sugar—talk about sweet creations!

And of course, you can’t have a cultural experience without delicious food. 🍐🍊 They tasted traditional winter treats like frozen pears and persimmons. Yum! Plus, they had a blast making Yuanxiao—glutinous rice dumplings with sweet fillings. It’s a special snack for the Lantern Festival. 🏮

This fun-filled day was a fantastic way for everyone to share and enjoy Chinese culture while celebrating the spirit of the Winter Games. 🎿❄️ Wouldn’t you love to join in the fun?

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Winter Asiad players enjoy Chinese cultural heritage in NE China

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