Chongqing Week in Singapore, held from 11 to 13 June at Ngee Ann City on Orchard Road, marked the 35th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Singapore. The event highlighted the cultural richness of Chongqing through intangible cultural heritage markets and artistic performances, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the China-Singapore Chongqing Strategic Interconnection Demonstration Project.
The festivities began with an Erhu solo by national first-class performer Liu Guangyu, followed by the Miao ethnic dance, “Miao Village Waiting for You,” showcasing the vibrant cultural traditions of the BaYu region. A guqin solo, “Feigned Drunkenness,” further enriched the event, offering a melodious journey through Chongqing’s thousand-year cultural heritage.
The BaYu Intangible Cultural Heritage Creative Market was a focal point, featuring exhibitions such as “Han Style Legacy” and “Mountain City Craftsmanship.” The market displayed 468 items across 185 subcategories, including creative products, accessories, and clothing, blending Chongqing’s historical essence with modern cultural innovation.
Visitors, like Marian from Nanyang Technological University, were captivated by the interactive experiences, such as creating Rongchang pottery. “The feeling of touching the culture with my own hands is truly special,” she remarked, expressing a newfound yearning for Chongqing.
The event successfully integrated cultural tourism with modern life, breathing new vitality into ancient craftsmanship and enhancing the cultural exchange between China and Singapore.
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