Hey there, ice cream lovers! 🍦 Have you ever dreamed of eating a castle? Well, in China, you can do just that! As the summer heats up, a super cool (literally!) trend is taking over: cultural ice cream bars shaped like famous landmarks and historical treasures. 🏰
Imagine licking an ice cream shaped like the Great Wall 🧱, a dragon 🐉, or even a beautiful lotus flower 🌸. These aren’t just tasty treats; they’re mini works of art that let you explore China’s amazing heritage one bite at a time!
It all started back in 2019 at the Old Summer Palace in Beijing, where they introduced an ice cream bar shaped like a blooming lotus grown from an ancient seed. Pretty cool, right? Now, many tourist spots across the Chinese mainland are offering their own creative ice creams, inspired by local culture, famous relics, and even cute animals.
Visitors love snapping photos with their icy masterpieces before they melt away. 📷 It’s a fun way to remember your trip and share the experience with friends. Plus, who wouldn’t want to post a pic of themselves eating a tower-shaped ice cream on social media?
Today is the 15th China Tourism Day, a special day celebrating the adventures of Xu Xiake, a famous Chinese traveler and geographer from long ago. Lots of people are hitting the road to explore the country’s beautiful scenery and rich history.
So, if you ever get the chance to visit, make sure to grab a cultural ice cream bar! It’s a delightful way to taste the stories and legends of the places you visit. Who knew history could be so delicious? 😋
Bon appétit and happy travels! ✈️
Reference(s):
Cultural ice cream bars: Tasting heritage on China Tourism Day
cgtn.com
