Cristian  Ciuciureanu, general manager of Itinera Venus Travel, speaks during an  interview with Xinhua at an event promoting winter tourism in China at  the Chinese Cultural Centre in Bucharest, Romania, on Jan. 13, 2025.  (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)

BUCHAREST, Jan. 14  (Xinhua) -- The "Nihao! China" event attracted about 100 Romanian  travelers and locals in Bucharest on Monday, offering an immersive  glimpse into China's rich winter tourism attractions.

Organized by  the Chinese Cultural Center, the event featured photo exhibitions,  videos, lectures, and interactive cultural experiences showcasing winter  sports, folk performances, Chinese cuisine, and natural scenery.

The  spotlight was on unique winter routes to northeast China's Heilongjiang  Province and southwest Sichuan Province. The event also offered  visitors authentic Chinese delicacies such as Double Cooked Pork Slices  and Sichuan Hot Pot, adding a culinary highlight to the showcase.

Cristian  Ciuciureanu, general manager of Itinera Venus Travel, praised China's  rich history, natural beauty, and cultural diversity. Professional guide  Paula Toma shared engaging stories from her group trips to China in  2024, recounting the beauty of the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival and  their interactions with giant pandas in Chengdu, Sichuan Province's  capital.

Local resident Simona Miclos expressed enthusiasm for the  novelty of China's winter attractions, sharing her aspiration to  explore the country's ski resorts and magnificent mountain landscapes  firsthand.

Xu Ningbo, director of the Chinese Cultural Center in  Bucharest, emphasized China's commitment to enhancing foreign tourists'  experiences with streamlined visa applications and improved digital  services, including payments and connectivity, introduced in 2024.

Xu  emphasized that events like this not only unveil the unique charm of  China's winter attractions but also foster interest among Romanian  travelers and strengthen ties between the tourism industries of both  nations. ■

Professional  guide Paula Toma addresses the audience during an event promoting  winter tourism in China at the Chinese Cultural Centre in Bucharest,  Romania, on Jan. 13, 2025. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)

Guests  enjoy traditional Chinese food during an event promoting winter tourism  in China at the Chinese Cultural Centre in Bucharest, Romania, on Jan.  13, 2025. (Photo by Cristian Cristel/Xinhua)