On 2026 5 1, the Silk Road International Cultural and Tourism Festival officially opened at the Tang Paradise in Xi'an, Shaanxi. Cultural delegations from more than 30 countries, including the five Central Asian nations and Arab states, participated in the event. I. Event Overview The festival lasted 10 days and featured the following key activities: 1. Opening Ceremony Gala: Traditional music and dance performances from various countries 2. Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition: Showcasing traditional craftsmanship from around the world 3. Food Culture Festival: Tasting signature dishes from Silk Road沿线 nations 4. Tourism Promotion Conference: Highlighting tourism resources of participating countries 5. Academic Forum: Discussing the protection and inheritance of Silk Road culture II. Participation Scale - Participating Countries: More than 30 - Delegations: Over 80 - Participants: More than 1000 individuals - Expected Attendance: 50 million visitors III. Highlights 1. Central Asia Week: Themed days featuring Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and other nations 2. Arabian Nights: Traditional music and dance performances 3. Silk Road Culinary Showcase: Display and tasting of specialty foods from various countries 4. Craft Market: Exhibition and sale of traditional handicrafts IV. Collaboration Outcomes During the event, cultural and tourism departments from various countries signed multiple cooperation agreements, including: - Hosting mutual "Cultural Years" - Joint development of Silk Road tourism routes - Enhanced collaboration on cultural heritage protection - Promoting exchanges of talent in the cultural and tourism sectors