Celebrating Unity: Armenian Culture Takes Center Stage at the International Festival in Wuhan, China
The 17th WHU Luojia Autumn International Cultural Festival, conducted on November 23-24 at Wuhan University, a prestigious institution in China, prominently featured a celebration of Armenian cultural heritage. Attendees were afforded the opportunity to experience an array of traditional Armenian dishes, including dolma, pasuts tolma, zhingyalov hats, baklava, gata, and sweet sujuk. These culinary delights were expertly prepared by Anahit Vardanyan, alongside authentic Armenian BBQ provided by Sis Aghayants.The festival also included a chess corner overseen by international chess master candidate Sargis Stamboltsyan, who offered engaging games for participants. The event further showcased traditional Armenian garments from the Vaspurakan and
Armenian National Costume from the ChinArmArt Collection Unveiled on Leading Platforms in China, Presented by ASAC Board Member
On November 26, the "SHO Showcase" ethnic costume immersive experience, organized by the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), made its debut in the historic Shinan district of Qingdao. Sifang Road and Sanjiangli were transformed into dynamic fashion runways, where models showcased unique ethnic costumes from the SCO member countries. Among the most striking displays were the traditional garments from Armenia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Russia. This event provided an exciting opportunity for attendees to appreciate the beauty and diversity of national costumes while witnessing the fusion of various cultures.The showcase marked the public unveiling and in-depth presentation of the Armenian national costume
Exploring Armenia Through Art: Aida Baghdasaryan’s Innovative Doll-Making Workshop in Shanghai
On November 12, 2024, Aida Baghdasaryan, an Armenian educator, led a captivating cultural workshop at the International Cultural Exchange School (ICES) of Donghua University (DHU) in Shanghai. The workshop aimed to introduce Armenia's rich heritage to a diverse audience of Chinese and international teachers and students.The program offered a comprehensive exploration of Armenia’s history and cultural characteristics—both historical and contemporary—and an overview of the country’s renowned tourist attractions and significant monuments. Aida Baghdasaryan also highlighted the Armenian national costume, discussing its historical context and relevance in modern society.One of the workshop's key features was a hands-on activity where participants crafted
Crossroads of Culture: Advancing Armenian Studies at Shandong University of Aeronautics, China
The Shandong University of Aeronautics in China is committed to the advancement of Armenology through a diverse array of scholarly and outreach activities. On November 9th, the History Department convened a lecture delivered by Dr. Ani Margaryan, an esteemed Armenian art historian and current post-doctoral fellow at Soochow University. Dr. Margaryan presented her research entitled "Formation of Multicultural Identity: Taxonomy of the Armenian Merchant's National Costume and Its Cultural Affiliations within the Silk Road Trade Network." The lecture was supplemented by audiovisual material and represented a pioneering initiative to reconstruct the national attire of the Armenian mercantile class from
Khachaturian International Youth Competition Commenced at China National Opera House
The 2024 Khachaturian International Youth Competition, organized by the Aram Khachaturian Cultural Foundation, commenced on November 1 at the renowned China National Opera House. This prestigious event aims to showcase the talents of young musicians from around the world.The competition was inaugurated with a special opening ceremony featuring a performance by celebrated cellist Mari Hakobyan, a representative of Aram Khachaturian Cultural Foundation. She was accompanied by the Symphony Orchestra of the China National Opera House, demonstrating an unforgettable musical experience to mark the beginning of this exciting competition.
