China Cultural Centre in Moscow celebrates 7th birthday

December 10, 2019

The China Cultural Centre in Moscow celebrated its 7th birthday on December 5, 2019.

Moscow China Cultural Centre is a public non-profit organization that aims to expand bilateral cultural, educational, scientific, technical and economic ties, strengthening mutual understanding and friendship between the peoples of China and Russia.

The China Cultural Centre’s mission is to introduce culture, spiritual heritage, and rich scientific and cultural potential of China to Russia. Founded seven years ago, the centre has carried out a plenty of events representing the identity of Chinese culture, the Ambassador of China to Russia Zhang Hanhui, said at the Centre’s birthday gala night. According to him, it has opened a window in Russia to understand Chinese culture, and bridged the two peoples providing a platform for a peer-to-peer dialogue and cultural exchange. “I hope that this window to the culture of China, this bridge, this platform will contribute to the understanding of China, its people, culture, its ancient and age-old history, as well as it’s present,” the diplomat said.

Speaking of the Moscow Centre’s role in uniting the two nations, a member of the State Duma Committee for Culture Natalia Pilyus noted that among other things the art of calligraphy contributes to unlocking the nuances of Chinese culture. She reminded of a Sokolniki-based museum of calligraphy that served as a guide for Chinese culture. She also emphasized that a few days ago Sokolniki launched the festival of magical Chinese lanterns, and held an exhibition of Chinese tea recently. “We are very interested in the culture of China,” she summarized.

“Our centre is 7 years old today. It has been the invaluable and unforgettable time for my colleagues and me. We’ve done a lot over the years, these rooms have been hosting the most diverse events, including shows, exhibitions, seminars, workshops, and presentations. The Centre also offers various training courses closely connected to the culture of China, such as Chinese language, art, cooking, or tea ceremony. Its team is working hard and is really keen to turn it into a hearth and home to see close associates and friends,” Director of the China Cultural Centre Gong Jiajia said.

That night, the celebration guests, including the Deputy Director of the Contemporary Museum of Calligraphy Olga Shaburova, could also enjoy a chamber orchestra playing ruans – “Getting to know the classic of folk music closely.”