Foreign students from the countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative and currently studying in Sichuan universities will start a journey to explore Nanchong city, known as the capital of silk, on July 5. Nanchong city in Southwest China's Sichuan province is the starting point of ancient Silk Road.
Titled Belt and Road ? In Love with the Capital of Silk - Study Tour of Silk Road Youths Exploring Nanchong City, the event is sponsored by Sichuan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, aiming to showcase the unique charm of Nanchong, and strengthen the cultural communications among the B&R countries.
Foreign students will have opportunities to view natural scenery and learn about silk art, history and cultural heritages unique to Nanchong city.
