Talent show for foreigners

Participants show their skills in Chinese embroidery and paper cutting.

A contestant from The Republic of Costa Rica performs renowned kung fu Shaolin shaolin.

Singing is a good way to boost mutual communication.

A classical song with ballet dance performance.

Foreigners from seven Chinese ancient cities participate in a talent show in Shenyang, Liaoning province, to show their artistic skills and knowledge of traditional Chinese culture.

An American contestant sings a famous Chinese song The Half Moon Rises up.

Kung fu from Shaolin Temple.

A contestant from Sierra Leone performs Peking Opera during the event. Photos provided to China Daily

A traditional wedding ceremony was one of the highlights of the show.

The show attracts audiences from nearly 30 countries and regions, including the United States, Britain and Canada.

Contestants perform various acts with distinctive characteristics from the seven ancient capitals.