From the moment athletes touch down in Chengdu, the World Games vibe goes beyond gold medals and podium cheers. In the Athletes’ Village, sports uniforms swap for vibrant Hanfu, paintbrush in hand, and a chance to speak a few Chinese phrases 🤗.
Here’s what’s on deck:
- Choose Your Chinese Name: Discover fun name translations and learn to pronounce your new moniker 🏮.
- Art & Calligraphy: Try your hand at elegant strokes and paint giant pandas 🐼.
- Traditional Crafts: Dive into paper cutting ✂️ and bamboo weaving 🌿.
- Wellness Corner: Experience simple Chinese medicine practices like herbal tea tasting and basic massage techniques 🧧.
- Hanfu Dress-Up: Snap photos in beautiful traditional robes and feel like a time-traveler 📸.
By blending sport with culture, the village becomes a melting pot where champions swap stories over tea, not just sweat. It’s a reminder that games are about unity, curiosity, and shared experiences.
For every athlete chasing records, there’s a side quest: unlocking the beauty of China’s heritage. Who knew a paper-cut duck or a bamboo bracelet could become the most prized souvenir? 🥰
Ready to go beyond the arena? Let Chengdu’s cultural playground be part of your World Games memory—you might just score your personal best in cultural discovery! 🎉
Reference(s):
Beyond the arena: Discovering Chinese culture at the World Games
cgtn.com
