Rize, May 31 -- The Turkish Black Sea city of Rize and China's renowned "porcelain capital" Jingdezhen came together on Friday to celebrate their shared cultural heritage, honoring centuries-old tea traditions as part of the two cities' Friendship Day.
The event brought together government officials and industry representatives from the tourism, arts, and culture sectors of both countries.
Hosted at Rize's historic tea bazaar, the gathering featured a variety of cultural performances, including traditional Chinese music, Rize folk dance, and Chinese porcelain painting demonstrations. The aim was to highlight the significance of tea in both cultures, promote cross-cultural tourism, and strengthen bilateral cooperation.
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