Flower-themed digital exhibition in Beijing celebrates 25th anniversary of Macao's return

An immersive flower-themed digital exhibition recently opened in Beijing to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland.

The exhibition, "Meet the World of Flowers," debuted in November in the Chinese capital's 798 Art District. It offers a captivating walk-through experience with various blooming flower images projected by advanced LED lights. The show is also enhanced by real floral props and floral scents, delivering a more immersive atmosphere for visitors.

A special unit at the exhibition, "The Journey of Migratory Birds - Macau Chapter", celebrates the cultural gems of the Macao Special Administrative Region. One standout feature of the unit is the display of lotus flower, which symbolizes Macao and is featured on the region's flag.

Yu Cheok Tong, a student from Macao studying at Beijing Foreign Studies University, expressed her amazement at the wonderful show of light and shadow. "I think it's totally gorgeous because I was very impressed since we have entered the first scene - the huge block facing us with the projection of the spectacular imagery. I was shocked because it felt like I had entered a secret garden, feeling like I was the protagonist. From that moment, I was really immersed in this exhibition," she said.

The captivating walk-through also evoked a sense of home for Ng Wai Lam, a student from Macao at Beijing Normal University.

"I think the show is really breathtaking. You can see all the flowers and petals flowing in the wind, and it just reminds me of Macao's spring," he said.

Since its return to the motherland on Dec 20, 1999, Macao has transformed into a modern, international metropolis, thanks to strong support from the central government and its active integration into the Chinese mainland. Over the past 25 years, Macao has made remarkable progress in both economic development and improving people's livelihoods.

Flower-themed digital exhibition in Beijing celebrates 25th anniversary of Macao's return

Flower-themed digital exhibition in Beijing celebrates 25th anniversary of Macao's return

Celebrations were held for a young giant panda cub who turned six-months-old on Wednesday at the Chimelong Safari Park in Guangzhou City of south China's Guangdong Province.

Panda cub Mei Zhu was born at the zoo on June 18 to mother Meng Meng, the eldest of the world's only giant panda triplets who this year turned ten-years-old.

Zookeepers held a public event to mark the adorable panda's half-year milestone on Wednesday, and prepared a special "birthday cake" made with tender bamboo shoots, carrots, and other ingredients for Mei Zhu to feast on.

The party continued as more toys and special equipment was added to her play area, ensuring an entertaining day for the cuddly cub.

After enjoying her cake, Mei Zhu was weighed, measured, and given a physical check-up, with the young cub said to be growing healthily and in good condition, according to staff at the Chimelong Safari Park.

"Currently, the giant panda cub is in the phase of learning to climb trees, engaging in playful wrestling with its mother, and mastering the art of eating bamboo shoots and leaves. She was born at a weight of 178 grams and now weighs 10.88 kilograms. She's in excellent health," said giant panda keeper Chen Shuqing.

Mei Zhu was the first newborn panda at China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Pandas' Guangdong Site this year.

Her mother Meng Meng was also born in Guangzhou back in July 2014, along with her two brothers Shuai Shuai and Ku Ku.

Celebrations as giant panda cub turns six-months-old in Guangzhou