A girl in traditional Italian costumes (Photographed by Tang Shixue)

CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- Where to go on weekends after Qingming Festival? “The Belt and Road” National Characteristic Commodity Trade and Culture Week Series held by Chongqing Free Trade Port Area have been launched; and the first stop, Italian Culture Week, is ongoing and will last until April, 20, 2019.

It is reported that the event specially plans the "Global Train" activity, takes "The Belt and Road" national pavilion in the trading center as a stop, and displays the cultural customs and specialties of the countries along the "The Belt and Road" to Chongqing citizens.

The first stop of “Global Train” will be Italy where high-quality Italian leather goods with a low to 20% discount, gorgeous and classic Italian dress, and original special food will be available. In this spring, you can go to the trade center to satisfy your expectations about Italy.

The classical Italian station and Italian goods displayed in the car, truly restore the European street style, making people feel like walking in Italian street. “We will provide Italian costumes for you to take photos for free and leave you a good memory.” The person in charge of the trade center said.

At the same time, you can also enjoy the authentic pizza from Naples together with the red wine from traditional Italian vineyard. In addition, the commodities of the Italian imported food supermarket on the first floor are very preferential for you. 

Activity site (Photographed by Tang Shixue)

In addition, there is also an Italian style corridor with a sitting area for you to relax and enjoy Italian red wine and food.

According to the introduction, “The Belt and Road” National Characteristic Commodity Trade and Culture Week Series will run through the whole year of 2019 by means of themed cultural display, featured commodity display, cultural exchange and on-site interaction, combined with the local conditions and customs of various countries and traditional festivals. The first stop will last to April 20, 2019; and the second stop will be Japan Cherry Blossom Festival. (Translated by Luo Juan, Fathom Language Limited)