China Calligraphy and Lettering Arts Exhibition Opens in León

At the opening ceremony, Mr. Francisco, on behalf of the León City Government, extended a warm welcome to the Chinese delegation and wished the exhibition a complete success. Dr. Fernández and Dr. Chen Chen delivered speeches respectively. They said that western scholars are used to the modernization of social development and the disappearance of traditional culture. Now the gradual disappearance of ancient civilizations faces the world, but it is a miracle that Chinese characters have been inherited and improved. Chinese character is an important carrier of Chinese culture. A profound understanding of Chinese culture, way of thinking and philosophical thought can be achieved through Chinese characters and calligraphy. As an overseas window to Chinese language and culture, Confucius Institute has the responsibility and mission to promote Chinese culture to the world and serves as a bridge for communications between China and Spain, and China and León. The calligraphy and lettering exhibition helps deepen understanding of Chinese and Spanish society, culture, and economy.