2025 Henan Root-Seeking Journey
In the summer of 2025, Bowen Education organized outstanding student representatives to visit Henan, China, participating in the "Affection for China · Root-Seeking Journey · Meet Henan · Root Camp" summer camp hosted by the China Overseas Chinese Federation and organized by the Henan Provincial Overseas Chinese Federation and Kaifeng City Overseas Chinese Federation. This event brought together overseas Chinese teenagers from around the world, experiencing the profound heritage of Chinese civilization through ten days of cultural experience and on-site learning, seeking cultural roots and inheriting Chinese spirit.
Cultural Theme Experience
During this summer camp, campers explored the Central Plains on foot, deeply experiencing cultural themes such as "martial spirit and cultural heritage, family memories, intangible cultural heritage revival, center of heaven and earth, passing on the torch, and Song Dynasty elegance."
Visiting Cultural Landmarks
They visited iconic cultural landmarks such as the Longmen Grottoes, Millennium City Park, and Shaolin Temple, feeling the inheritance of thousand-year cultural heritage and martial arts spirit. The campers watched wonderful Shaolin Kung Fu performances and participated in basic movement practice, personally experiencing the "martial spirit" power of Chinese martial arts.
- Longmen Grottoes - Experience the profundity of Buddhist art
- Millennium City Park - Experience the prosperity of Song Dynasty culture
- Shaolin Temple - Learn the essence of Chinese martial arts
Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience
In the intangible cultural heritage experience session, children entered Yu Opera classes, wearing costumes to learn singing techniques, experiencing the artistic beauty of "Song Dynasty elegance"; they also made traditional kites by hand, understanding the meanings behind the patterns, and appreciating the "revival" charm of intangible cultural heritage projects.
Traditional Crafts Learning
In the traditional crafts course at Henan University, campers assembled mortise and tenon structures from ancient Chinese architecture, understanding the craftsman spirit of "passing on the torch" through practice.
- Yu Opera Class - Learn traditional opera art
- Kite Making - Experience traditional folk crafts
- Mortise and Tenon Structure - Understand ancient architectural wisdom
Tracing Cultural Roots
In the journey of tracing cultural roots, students visited the Hakka Origin Memorial Hall in Luoyang, gaining a deep understanding of the historical trajectory of Hakka ancestors migrating from the Central Plains to the south, reflecting on their own cultural identity and the formation of "family memories." Through rich exhibits and explanations, children personally felt the historical weight and emotional depth carried by "root culture."
Immersive Cultural Experience
Students also specially visited "Only Henan · Drama Fantasy City," immersively listening to stories about "Yellow River, land, grain, and inheritance." In multiple theater performances and interactive scenes, they deeply appreciated the cultural foundation and spiritual context of Chinese agricultural civilization, further understanding the geographical significance and cultural value of "center of heaven and earth."
Expanding Horizons
In addition, campers also visited:
- Henan Science and Technology Museum - Learn about modern technological development
- Henan Museum - Appreciate Central Plains cultural relics
- Kaifeng Museum - Explore the historical changes of the ancient capital
Gradually establishing a sense of closeness and belonging to Chinese civilization through diverse cultural experiences.
A Meaningful Journey of Growth
This root-seeking journey not only enriched students' cultural experience but also inspired their reflection on language learning and identity recognition. Everyone expressed that this was an extraordinarily meaningful growth journey that allowed them to more truly experience the power of "roots."
Student Testimonials
"This journey made me truly understand what 'roots' mean. Seeing the Buddha statues at Longmen Grottoes and hearing the morning and evening bells at Shaolin Temple, I felt the profundity of Chinese culture." — Student Representative
"During the ten days in Henan, I not only learned a lot of historical knowledge but more importantly found a sense of cultural identity. I am proud of my cultural heritage." — Student Representative
About Bowen Education
As the only Ofsted-registered Chinese and Chinese culture education institution in the UK, Bowen Education has always been committed to building a bridge to Chinese culture for overseas Chinese teenagers. Being invited to participate in the national-level "Affection for China" exchange program this time is a high recognition of our long-term efforts and teaching achievements.
In the future, Bowen Education will continue to provide more high-quality cultural exchange opportunities, allowing Chinese culture to be passed on overseas, endless and eternal.
Inquiry and Registration
If you are interested in the Root-Seeking Journey activities, please contact us:
- Email: info@boweneducation.org
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