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Charming Beijing: More than Just Great Wall of China

9/28/2018

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Many of us must have read or heard of the magnificent Great Wall of China. Some may have been there themselves and agrees that the view is spectacular. The Great Wall of China is made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials, generally built along an east-to-west line across the historical northern borders of China to protect the Chinese states and empires against the raids and invasions during 7th century BC. This historical place is located in Beijing, China.
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Photo credit: realmofhistory.com
But Beijing is more than that. Last September 21, 2018, A successful Beijing experience was held at SM Aura Premier was seen as the Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development once again brought “Charming Beijing: Beijing Tourism Promotion” to the Philippines.
 
Visitors were treated to cultural shows and exhibit that highlights Beijing and the Chinese culture. Guest were able to sample Chinese sweet delicacies as well as learn about the ancient art of Chinese Calligraphy that made them realise that Beijing is truly more than what we heard or read on books.
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It was an eventful day wherein guests were able to catch a glimpse of the charm and beauty of China’s capital that is Beijing. With the theme, “The Silk Road Bridges East and West, New Beijing Resonates with People,” it reflects China’s endeavours to revitalize the Silk Road’s eminence into the modern times.
 
“Today, we hope to use this opportunity to promote Beijing tourism, deepen tourism cooperation between the two countries, let more Filipinos understand China, understand Beijing, and further expand Beijing’s reach and connection in the Philippines tourism market,” said Li Zunjing, Director of Legal Affairs Department, Tourism Department, Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development, during the Charming Beijing program.
 
The event also showcased many of Beijing’s unique characteristics. People were able to visit the Great Wall of China via the Beijing Virtual Reality Experience. The artists within came out as guests immersed in the enjoyable “I Heart Beijing” Arts and Calligraphy Workshop. Attendees also got to try the 360° Beijing Photo Booth where they dressed up as an emperor or empress while striking a pose. And lastly, the Beijing Photography Exhibit gave a chance for the attendees to see the different views of China’s charming capital. Guests also witnessed a Traditional Lion Dance by the Rui Dragon and Lion Dance Group and a wushu exhibition by the Philippine Cultural College Wushu Lion and Dragon Team.
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“The Philippines and China are geographically close, and has a long history together. The long-standing friendship between the two countries has helped the two sides achieve good results in cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, culture and tourism,“ expressed Li Zunjing. And as the Filipino-Chinese partnership progresses, the two countries look forward in building and strengthening the bond they have established.
 
“Filipino tourists will find Beijing as a distinctly memorable destination for their bucket list. On the other hand, Beijingers and other visitors from North China can happily explore the Philippines by going on island-hopping, beach holiday, SCUBA diving and other water sports, nature and adventure, culture and heritage, education, shopping, medical and wellness travel, and farm tourism, ” shared Glen Agustin, Director of Office of Product and Market Development of the Philippine Department of Tourism.
 
Charming Beijing is made possible by Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development, organized by CTS MICE Service Co., Ltd. and Write On Track, with venue partner, SM Aura Premier.
 
To know more about Beijing, visit www.visitbeijing.com.cn or follow and like "Visit Beijing" on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube with hashtags, #CharmingBeijingPH and #WeHeartBeijing.

 
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