Chinese cultural heritage celebrated with exhibition, performances.

ISLAMABAD -- The upcoming Chinese New Year was celebrated with a number of exhibitions and performances highlighting China's cultural heritage on Thursday.

Organised by the China Cultural Centre, two different activities were held to mark the upcoming Chinese Spring Festival.

The exhibition, titled Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage, went up in the main lobby of the Pakistan National Council of Art (PNCA).

The display showcased the latest developments in Chinese handicrafts and the charm of traditional Chinese culture.

It also featured egg carving, dishili kites, Yu County paper cutting, Wuqiang New Year painting, Chinese Hengshui inside-painting, Chinese calligraphy and Chinese tea art.

Popular Chinese artists also performed at the event. Around 35 artists came to Islamabad from Hebei province to participate in a number of musical and dance performances.

According to the organisers, the Chinese New Year and Spring Festival is a grand festival with a seven-day holiday. As one of the most colourful annual events, the traditional celebration lasts longer - up to two weeks.

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