Ready to travel through time and culture? 🚀 Xi'an and Gyeongju, two ancient powerhouses, have been sister cities since 1994. With the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting set for Gyeongju, their bond is stronger than ever!
Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi Province in the Chinese mainland, boasts a 3,100-year legacy and served as the seat for 13 dynasties. As the eastern terminus of the Silk Road, this city has long been a gateway for trade and ideas. 🏺
On the other side, Gyeongju in South Korea is often called a "museum without walls." Its archaeological sites—from royal tombs to ancient temples—tell the epic saga of the Silla kingdom. 🏛️
This August, the two cities co-hosted an exhibition in Gyeongju featuring over 270 artworks—calligraphy, fine arts, and photography—from both China and South Korea. 🎨📸
Beyond gallery walls, Xi'an and Gyeongju experts are collaborating on archaeology digs and cultural heritage preservation. Digital workshops and expert exchanges keep history alive and kickin'. 💬🔗
As APEC lights brighten Gyeongju in late 2025, these sister-city stories remind us that culture and friendship build bridges that last centuries. 🌏✨
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APEC Stories: Xi'an, Gyeongju deepen sister-city ties via exchanges
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