Bridging Rivers and Seas, Sharing Wisdom of Civilizations
Chongqing’s Moment of River Civilization Dialogue
From the banks of the Nile to the shores of the Yangtze, China and Egypt launched a cultural dialogue, linked by their great rivers. Activities such as the joint World Heritage nomination of Chongqing’s Baiheliang inscriptions and Egypt’s Nilometer carvings, live ICH showcases, and youth dialogues around “mother rivers”. A series of exchange activities is revitalizing these two ancient civilizations in the new era. This episode delves into this grand event of river civilization exchange, reviewing the achievements of both China and Egypt in cultural heritage preservation and the transmission of intangible cultural heritage, while experiencing the new sparks ignited by these two ancient civilizations in the modern age.
Light & Symphony: A Drone Show Illuminates the Yangtze
During the forum, a stunning audiovisual feast was staged—the Yangtze River Civilization Forum Special Concert. The drone performance used the sky as a backdrop and the river as a stage, resonating in harmony with the symphony, perfectly blending tradition and modernity. This episode focuses on the integration of the special concert and the drone performance, along with brief interviews with attendees to interpret the cultural significance and technological challenges behind the performance.
Intangible Cultural Heritage: Voices of the Yangtze
The Yangtze River Basin Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition was also held, featuring collaborative protection mechanisms, cultural ecological zone promotions, and curated displays. These vibrant practices comprehensively showcase the rich and diverse ecosystem of intangible cultural heritage in the basin. This episode focuses on these initiatives, presenting the unique resonance of the Yangtze civilization to a broader audience.
Walking the Yangtze: Baiheliang and Baidicheng
Outside the forum, international guests visited iconic cultural landmarks, including the Baiheliang Underwater Museum and Baidicheng in Fengjie. At these sites, steeped in a thousand years of history, they deepened their understanding and resonance with Chinese civilization. This episode takes you on this journey of cultural discovery to hear our guests' fresh insights and heartfelt reflections.
Scholar Perspectives: The Future of River Civilizations
Every great river has nurtured a civilization, embodying unique human wisdom. Civilizational exchange requires intellectual dialogue. In this episode, we interview authoritative scholars from the field of river studies worldwide to discuss topics such as heritage preservation, basin collaboration, and climate response, exploring how rivers can move toward a sustainable future.
