The Longhua Temple Vegetarian Exhibition, hosted by the Chinese American Museum, officially opened its doors in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday.
The grand opening welcomed over 200 guests from diverse backgrounds across the United States, celebrating a significant cultural event aimed at fostering international understanding and appreciation.
Master Zhao Cheng, vice president of the Shanghai Buddhist Association and abbot of Shanghai Longhua Temple, delivered a heartfelt speech highlighting the exhibition's importance in promoting Buddhist heritage and vegetarian traditions.
High-profile attendees included Minister Jing Quan from the Embassy of China in the U.S., as well as ambassadors from Malaysia and Italy, underscoring the event's international significance.
Muriel Bowser, mayor of Washington, D.C., extended her warm greetings to the Chinese American Museum and all participants through a heartfelt letter. She emphasized that the exhibition plays a crucial role in enhancing cultural exchanges within the community.
The Longhua Temple, with a rich history spanning 1,782 years, is renowned as one of the oldest and largest Buddhist temples in Shanghai. In 2019, the temple's \"Longhua Zen Food Making Technique\" was honored as part of Shanghai's sixth batch of Intangible Cultural Heritage representative items, highlighting its enduring cultural legacy.
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Longhua Temple Vegetarian Exhibition kicks off in Washington
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