Dunhuang in the Eyes of the Ambassador to China: A Model of Civilization Exchange and Mutual Learning
2024-06-12
"This is a fertile land of history and art." At the end of his trip to Dunhuang, the Charg é d'affaires ad interim of the Nigerian Embassy in China Babagana Wakil said that he saw exchanges and mutual learning among different civilizations in Dunhuang. China has had exchanges with the world for thousands of years, and the ancient silk road is very important. Nigeria is also a country that is co building the "the Belt and Road" today, looking forward to more cooperation in the future. The participating diplomats in China took a group photo in the Mogao Grottoes of Dunhuang (taken on June 7). Xinhua News Agency reporter Chen Bin photographed Dunhuang as a shining pearl on the Silk Road and an important hub for the intersection of Eastern and Western cultures in history. On this land, different civilizations blend with each other, forming a rich and colorful treasure trove of art and cultural heritage. From June 6th to 8th, envoys and high-level diplomats from 22 countries visited Dunhuang to explore the Mogao Grottoes, visit the Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Scenic Area, participate in the cultural and tourism promotion conference of the five cities in the Hexi Corridor, and jointly discuss the "Silk Road spirit promoting cultural exchange and mutual learning" during the dialogue meeting. Shi Mingxiu, Director of the Dunhuang Cultural Relics Protection Center and Director of the Dunhuang Museum, introduced that although Hui Chao, a Silla monk who went to India to collect scriptures in the 8th century AD, wrote "Biographies to the Five India Kingdoms" which has been lost for a long time, it unexpectedly reappeared in the Mogao Caves scripture collection cave; A document from the Tang Dynasty recorded the sugarcane sugar making method from India; The account book of the local government in Dunhuang during the Five Dynasties period, "Gui Yi Jun Ya Fu Jiu Po Li," recorded the products of Persia and India; The image of the sun god in Cave 285 of the Mogao Grottoes has elements of ancient Greek Roman art... The Mogao Grottoes, a world cultural heritage site that lies still in the desert and Gobi, illuminate the millennium long blend of civilizations. Upon closer examination of the mural, the vivid scene of Western merchants with high nose bridges and deep eye sockets holding camels loaded with goods and meeting Eastern caravans made Nepalese Ambassador to China, Bishnu Shresta, exclaim, "Throughout history, China has always maintained an open and inclusive attitude." On May 4th, tourists visited the Dunhuang Museum in Gansu Province. Xinhua News Agency (photo by Zhang Xiaoliang) "Although we have our own identities, such as Chinese, Spanish, etc., we also have a common identity, which is the capital civilization, which is shared by all humanity." Geraldo Bugallo Otone, Cultural Counselor of the Spanish Embassy in China, said that true communication can completely change people's lives. For example, in Madrid, the capital of Spain, one of the most typical clothing elements for women is Chinese shoulder accessories. What you see with your own eyes is far more famous. Thank you very much for China's efforts in protecting such amazing culture and history Samoa's Ambassador to China, Luamanuwe Marina, stated that Dunhuang not only showcases unique Chinese culture, but also showcases the integration of different cultures along the Silk Road, making it a gift from China to the world. "This is Jordan." After watching the exhibition on the dissemination of ancient metallurgical technology and the exchange of crop species at the Dunhuang International Convention and Exhibition Center, Jordanian Ambassador to China, Hussein Hussein, stopped for a long time in front of a map of the Eurasian continent. Civilization exchange and mutual learning are the core of human stories. No civilization can exist alone. Without each other, we cannot deal with many problems in the world Houseini stated that exchanges have enriched the cultural level of Dunhuang, and the grandeur of the Mogao Grottoes is the result of China's open embrace, active communication, and interaction with different civilizations. This is a magnificent example of civilized openness. Bosnia and Herzegovina Ambassador to China Sinisha Belyan told reporters, "As an important node of the Silk Road, Dunhuang carries rich historical traces. Every historical site is like an open history book, allowing us to experience the charm of ancient civilization up close. I believe that anyone who loves history, culture, and nature will be deeply attracted to Dunhuang." This is a drone photo taken on June 6th of Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring. Xinhua News Agency reporter Lang Bingbing captured the grand scene of envoys looking at each other on the ancient Silk Road and business travelers constantly traveling along the way. Today, Dunhuang is still constantly advancing in international exchanges. Since the Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo was held for six sessions, nearly 10000 guests from over 100 countries, regions, and international organizations have attended the event; The documentary "The Dialogue between Mogao Caves and Angkor Wats" has promoted a dialogue of civilizations that transcends time and space; The online special lecture "Dunhuang Culture Global Connection" connects 13 countries including Germany, Russia, Japan, Nepal, and has accumulated over 5 million views; The classic dance drama "Silk Road Flower Rain", created based on Dunhuang murals and the Silk Road, has visited over 40 countries and regions and performed approximately 3900 times. My most important achievement in Dunhuang is the opportunity to witness the preservation of history. China has achieved a lot of development in the past, but now it is revitalizing in a new way Shresta said. Qatar's Ambassador to China, Salah Sada, stated that on the Silk Road, different civilizations met and influenced each other, promoting prosperity. Nowadays, there is a growing interest in cultural exchange and mutual learning, which stems from China's profound historical heritage and wisdom. "This is my first opportunity to explore the rich heritage represented by the Silk Road ruins up close, which inspires and encourages me to visit other cities along the way, bring the fragrance of history to modern times, and continue to promote cultural and cultural exchanges between countries and peoples." Sada said. (Lai Xin She)
Edit：Yi Jing Responsible editor：Li Nian
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