From June to July 2025, Beijing Foreign Studies University hosted the Discover China exchange program in two sessions. Around 50 university students from the US, Norway, and other countries participated. They explored Beijing, Xi'an, and Hangzhou, visiting iconic places like the Palace Museum and the Temple of Heaven, as well as tech companies like NIO. Through exciting activities such as Douzhi tasting competitions and wearing hanfu, they delved deep into Chinese culture. Participants said they were amazed by the blend of history and modernity. Come discover the real China!

Xi Zhimiao contributed to this story.