Shanghai airport lays on Spring Festival welcome for world travelers

Shanghai Pudong International Airport added a vibrant dash of traditional festivity to its bustling terminals on Thursday, as its two one-stop international service stations played host to Spring Festival-themed flash mobs to welcome international travelers.

Organized by International Services Shanghai, the initiative aimed to immerse international passengers in the richness of Chinese New Year customs upon their arrival at the airport.

The event transformed sections of Pudong into interactive cultural hubs. A major draw was the chance for travelers to try their hand at Chinese calligraphy, specifically writing the character "fu", which symbolizes happiness and good fortune. Participants crafted personalized blessings with the help of experts to usher in the upcoming Year of the Horse.