International students immerse in TCM culture at Shanghai university event

"Tai chi is a philosophy which, in the West, is also known as yin and yang. This yin and yang energy is constantly changing into each other, reminding us of the wisdom to keep things in balance," he said.

In the intricate Suzhou embroidery section, international students like Smirnova Mariia, a 25-year-old Russian student at ECNU, were captivated by the exquisite and lifelike embroidery works. Under the guidance of teachers, they attempted to embroider ginkgo leaves on handkerchiefs.

In the afternoon, the students visited the "Medicine in Stamps" exhibition at the university, exploring the history of TCM through various stamps and postal items. They also learned woodcut printmaking techniques, expressing joy as they saw their prints of Chinese herbs come to life.