Jiang Guangyi shows international students the traditional art of noodle making. [Photo/WeChat account: hlfb0523]
A micro-video team from the School of Journalism and Communication at Nanjing University, composed of international students, visited Hailing district in Taizhou on Oct 26 to explore the city's rich history and cultural warmth from diverse perspectives.
Their journey began at Hailing Old Street, where gray bricks, black tiles, and stone-paved lanes evoke the timeless beauty of the ancient city. At Haitangchun Teahouse, a century-old establishment, Jiang Guangyi, the fourth-generation inheritor of Taizhou's intangible cultural heritage Jiang's Jumping Noodles, demonstrated the traditional art of noodle making. With rhythmic jumps and presses, he transformed dough into perfectly elastic noodles.
The team then toured Taoyuan and Meiyuan gardens, appreciating the refined aesthetics of classical Chinese landscaping. Taoyuan Garden, built in honor of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) playwright Kong Shangren, impressed them with its elegant layout and cultural depth, while Meiyuan offered insights into the grandeur of Peking Opera through its rich collection of artifacts and exhibits.
International students explore the cultural heritage of Hailing. [Photo/WeChat account: hlfb0523]
Another highlight of the trip was the Nantangli 937 block, a cultural hub inspired by the Southern Tang (937-975) heritage of Hailing. The area preserves the traditional layout of its old alleyways while imbuing them creative modern elements, creating a vibrant blend of tradition and innovation.
The international students captured scenes of intangible cultural heritage displays, local delicacies, and street life throughout their visit. Their footage will be edited into a series of micro-videos to be shared on Chinese and international video platforms, showcasing Hailing's cultural allure to a global audience.