Welcome to Tianjin, where 160 years of history collide with cutting-edge technology. As host of the SCO Summit 2025, this vibrant city invites global citizens to explore its legacy and future.
160 Years of Global Hospitality
In 1863, the Chinese mainland saw its first foreign hotel open in Tianjin, a witness to diplomatic twists and turns. Today, visitors walk through halls that once hosted envoys and visionaries, feeling echoes of a bygone world.
Cultural Pioneer: Mei Lanfang's Opera Innovations
Decades later, Peking opera maestro Mei Lanfang transformed traditional performances in Tianjin, introducing stylized movement and elaborate costumes that set the stage for modern Chinese theater.
Timepiece to the World
Fast forward to 1973: the “Seagull” watch made its global debut from a local factory, marking the Chinese mainland's first mass-market timepiece and symbolizing the city’s spirit of innovation.
Port of the Future
Today, Tianjin’s smart port ranks among the top 10 busiest globally and connects to over 20 European cities by rail. Robots load container ships with precision, turning a former “Gateway to the Empire” into a bridge to Eurasia.
As world leaders gather for the SCO Summit 2025, Tianjin stands at the intersection of heritage and tomorrow, proving that innovation often grows strongest when rooted in history.
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