STORY: Exhibition of ancient paintings in Cyprus showcases China's rich heritage 
DATELINE: Oct. 6, 2023
LENGTH: 00:02:22
LOCATION: Nicosia
CATEGORY: CULTURE

SHOTLIST:
1. various of Cyprus University
2. various of the speech by Zhang Jianchun, vice minister of the Publicity Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China
3. various of the speech by Annita Demetriou, speaker of the Cypriot House of Parliament
4. various of the unveiling ceremony and visitors visiting exhibitions

STORYLINE:

Annita Demetriou, speaker of the Cypriot House of Parliament, lauded the Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings exhibition on Thursday as a testament to China's rich heritage.

The exhibition was opened on the sideline of the Nicosia Book Fest, one of Cyprus' largest cultural events organized by the Prometheus Research Institute.

Demetriou said that this exhibition showcases China's rich heritage, emphasizing humanity and drawing inspiration from nature.

The exhibition displays a collection of over 12,000 Chinese paintings spanning various historical periods.

"The connection between Cyprus and China goes beyond politics and economics; it is rooted in mutual appreciation for each other's rich history and cultural heritage," the speaker said.

The Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings, a collaborative project by Zhejiang University and Zhejiang Provincial Administration of Cultural Heritage, features works on various materials, including paper, silk, brocade, damask and linen, sourced from 263 museums and cultural institutions worldwide.

Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Nicosia.
(XHTV)