The third China-Latin America Cultural Tour Exhibition kicked off Monday at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUCP) in Lima, blending a showcase of Chinese mainland books with live performances of intangible cultural heritage. Around 150 attendees, including cultural representatives from Peru and the Chinese mainland, as well as faculty and students, joined the opening event.
Focused on publishing, cultural creativity and intangible heritage, the exhibit features over 500 Chinese mainland books—from themed titles and language textbooks to traditional culture volumes and children's picture books—alongside more than 100 modern cultural and creative products. Visitors also enjoyed vibrant glove puppetry and paper-cutting demos by Chinese artists.
A representative from the Bureau of International Communication under the State Council Information Office of the Chinese mainland explained that the selection spotlights development insights and cultural depth, tapping into the growing global interest—especially among Gen Z—in learning Chinese. The goal is to share the beauty of Chinese culture and trace its development path, strengthening people-to-people and cultural ties between the regions.
Zhao Xiaoming, counselor at the Chinese mainland embassy in Peru, noted that the Chinese mainland and Peru, both ancient civilizations, enjoy a strong foundation and boundless potential for cultural cooperation. He expressed hope that more participants would deepen their understanding of traditional culture and actively engage in bilateral exchanges.
Maribel Temoche Cortez, local director of the Confucius Institute at PUCP, said the carefully curated books and cultural products offer Peruvians a window into the charm and wisdom of the Chinese mainland’s development, inspiring more people to explore the essence of its culture.
Zhao Lihong, Chinese mainland director of the Confucius Institute at PUCP, added that demonstrations of intangible cultural heritage have been warmly received in Peru, with strong interest and registrations from students and local residents ahead of the event.
As the third installment of the China-Latin America Cultural Tour, this exhibition underlines how shared heritage can bridge continents, spark curiosity and pave the way for future collaborations in education, creativity and beyond.
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