AI transforming experience for foreign travelers in China

Oluwabunmi Henry Jimoh, a 31-year-old vlogger from Nigeria and also an international experience ambassador for the event, shared his experience with AI-powered travel.

"In the past, I would usually search for interesting destinations on social media, but since using AI, everything has become much simpler," he said.

For Jimoh, AI acts as a helpful assistant. "It always reminds us of those easily overlooked corners and leads us to discover new routes. More importantly, it makes learning historical knowledge simple and efficient," he said.

Jimoh's connection with China began with his childhood fascination with Jackie Chan's kung fu movies. He arrived in China in 2016 to study at Guangxi University of Science and Technology in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. After graduating, he chose to stay in Liuzhou and pursue a career in self-media. "Only after truly stepping into China did I realize that Chinese kung fu is not just about exciting fights, but also carries traditional etiquette, cultural heritage, and spiritual meaning," he said.

Reflecting on China's technological advancements, Jimoh said: "In recent years, China's technological development has been incredibly fast, and AI products have become integrated into everyday life. From service robots in hotels to various AI software applications, they are tangibly improving both life and work efficiency."

Veldesen Yaputra, a 24-year-old Indonesian architecture student at Tsinghua University, also experienced the allure of AI firsthand.

At the Jinci Museum's Shengmu (Sacred Mother) Hall in Taiyuan, he witnessed the unique charm of "technology plus ancient architecture".