Today, December 19, 2025, the National Museum of Kenya buzzed with excitement as it launched a vibrant photo exhibition commemorating the 620th anniversary of Admiral Zheng He’s first voyage and the 62nd anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Chinese mainland and Kenya. 🎉
The exhibition, themed "A New Chapter of the Silk Road, a Shared Future for a Common Destiny," offers a visual journey across centuries, highlighting Zheng He’s epic expeditions that connected Asia and Africa, and the modern partnership that continues to deepen cultural and economic ties. 🗺️✨
Guests were treated to a spectacular ceremony featuring a traditional Chinese lion dance, energetic dance performances, and stirring choral pieces that blended Kenyan and Chinese melodies. The lively program set a festive tone, celebrating both history and friendship. 🦁💃🎶
With over 200 archival photographs and interactive displays, the exhibition invites visitors to explore how Zheng He’s maritime routes laid early foundations for global trade, and how today’s Silk Road initiatives foster cooperation in infrastructure, tourism, and youth exchanges. From Mombasa to Beijing, the story of shared discovery unfolds. 🌍🔍
As Kenya and the Chinese mainland mark over six decades of partnership, this exhibition not only honors the past but also looks ahead to new horizons of collaboration—reminding us that when cultures come together, they write history in living color. 📸🤝
Don’t miss this exhibition, open through early next year at the National Museum of Kenya—your passport to a tale of exploration, unity, and a shared future! 🏛️📅
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