West China showcase opens in UK

A weeklong event showcasing the culture of western China opened in the United Kingdom on Thursday, offering a glimpse of the lesser-known region.

The Cultural Exploration of West China tour, part of the Experience China series, kicked off in London, with dates planned in Manchester, Edinburgh, and Dublin, Ireland.

The tour, organized by the State Council Information Office, features an exhibition, a folk singing and dancing performance, and two films about Tibetan culture.