Visual China- Intercontinental Tour lands in Moscow

Chinese artist Zheng Shanlu shows a painting at the opening ceremony and showcases his techniques to the audiences. [Photo provided to Chinaculture.org]

A special exhibition featuring Chinese paintings and traditional calligraphy opened in Moscow’s China Cultural Center on December 8.

Titled Visual China- Intercontinental Tour, the show made its 19th appearance overseas and this one plays an essential part in celebrating the 3rd anniversary of Moscow’s China Cultural Center.

Around 55 art pieces from 22 celebrated Chinese artists were presented. Chinese painter Ji Qingyuan and Zheng Shanlu donated their latest works to the cultural center at the opening ceremony.

Visual China - Intercontinental Tour cultural event is an essential project approved by China's Ministry of Culture and guided by China Cultural Media Group Limited. Since its 2011 debut in Tokyo, the exhibition was shown in 18 different venues across three continents- Asia, Europe and Africa.