Dance drama excerpt graces GBA tourism promotion event in Moscow

An excerpt from the renowned Shenzhen dance drama “Wing Chun” kicked off the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) tourism promotion conference at the China Cultural Center in Moscow, Russia, on Thursday local time.

Performers present an excerpt from the Shenzhen dance drama “Wing Chun” during the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area tourism promotion conference in Moscow, Russia, on Thursday local time. Photos by Zhang Yu unless otherwise stated

Themed “Dynamic Guangdong Modern Region of GBA,” the conference was a vibrant celebration of the rich cultural and tourism offerings of Guangdong Province and the broader GBA region, with the aim of showcasing the GBA as a world-class tourist destination. 

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area tourism promotion conference takes place at the China Cultural Center in Moscow, Russia, on Thursday local time. 

The promotion conference went beyond the performing arts, featuring a “Discover Guangdong” photo exhibition that captured the essence of the province’s scenic beauty and cultural heritage. 

Some stunning images of Shenzhen’s most recognizable landmarks were displayed at the photo exhibition. Among the featured sites were the futuristic Gangxia North Metro Station, the breathtaking Ferris Wheel at OH Bay, and the picturesque Dameisha Beach Park.

A national-level Chinese intangible cultural heritage exhibition area provided a deeper insight into China’s rich cultural traditions, while an interactive experience area allowed visitors to engage with the region’s offerings in a more hands-on manner.

A girl welcomes visitors at a booth featuring national-level Chinese intangible cultural heritage items at the promotion event.

Ding Zhongyuan, deputy director-general of the Shenzhen Municipal Culture, Media, Tourism and Sports Bureau, gave a presentation about Shenzhen’s vibrant cultural and tourism resources at the event.

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Sergey Zhang Sha, president of the Russia-China Club, a regional public organization uniting top-tier Russian tour operators specializing in the Chinese market, said that whether for business or leisure, Shenzhen continues to captivate and charm, making it a top destination for Russians seeking a blend of opportunity and excitement.

“Shenzhen is renowned as a special economic zone of China. It is a fantastic city and a city of youth. Moreover, it has garnered a special place in the hearts of Russian visitors,” he noted.

Sergey Zhang Sha, president of the Russia-China Club, speaks to the media during the tourism promotion conference. Marina Vilchinskaia

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For Russian students Tatiana Bogdanova and Ekaterina Karaseva, both students at the Russian State University for the Humanities, visiting Shenzhen is something they are looking forward to, as the city is beautiful, modern, developed, futuristic, and culturally rich.

“Shenzhen is a very developed city and stands out in technology,” said Bogdanova who has studied Chinese for four years.

“Although I’ve never been to Shenzhen, I’ve heard that the universities there are exceptionally good, with a high quality of education,” Karaseva said.

Tatiana Bogdanova and Ekaterina Karaseva, students at the Russian State University for the Humanities, share their excitement about visiting Shenzhen.