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#Nantong Talk: River-and-Sea Flavors vs. French Cuisine (Part 3): Vivien, a French chef residing in Nantong, meets local food blogger Li Xiaoyu. Exquisitely presented and full of enticing fragrances, the Chinese and Western dishes are ready to be savored. Whether you prefer a fork and knife or chopsticks, great food knows no borders, and cultures blend seamlessly.

#Nantong Talk: River-and-Sea Flavors vs. French Cuisine (Part 2): Vivien, a French chef residing in Nantong, meets local food blogger Li Xiaoyu. Watch how forks and knives collide with chopsticks, sparking a fusion between Jianghai flavors and Western cuisine. Great food knows no borders, and cultures blend seamlessly.

Welcome to the first episode of Nantong Talk! Let's hear what foreigners have to say about Nantong. Let's see how our familiar city and everyday routines look through the eyes of these 'new Nantongers'.

A brand-new English talk show, Nantong Talk, is coming soon! We'll be chatting about everything under the sun, right here in Nantong. Stay tuned!

Let's meet up at Nantong Binjiang Park  on the weekend, where a spectacular show awaits us right on schedule. The setting sun bathed the river in golden hues, and the evening breeze carried melodies through the air. A vibrant and diverse showcase of new popular arts and culture filled the riverside night with joy and laughter.

Let's meet up at Nantong Binjiang Park  on the weekend, where a spectacular show awaits us right on schedule. The setting sun bathed the river in golden hues, and the evening breeze carried melodies through the air. A vibrant and diverse showcase of new popular arts and culture filled the riverside night with joy and laughter.

As the first light of dawn breaks and a gentle sea breeze blows, the "Sail Rudong Meet Youth" 2026 Russian Students' Check-in Tour kicked off beautifully on May 30. Twenty-four Russian international students visited Bingcha Ancient Town and the Xiaoyangkou Tourist Resort, getting up close to experience Rudong's traditional culture, local folk customs, and stunning coastal scenery.

China in Children's Voices-Song Showcase: Enjoy the uplifting songs Home and Shining Dreams.

Going viral overseas! Nantong's intangible cultural heritage sugar painting is sparking a massive buzz online! In a recent Douyin video by Shi Jianfeng, a representative inheritor of this traditional craft, he uses a spoon as his brush and melted sugar as ink to craft a stunningly lifelike cartoon portrait of Haaland. The incredible detail and vivid expression have left everyone amazed.

On the evening of July 20, the highly anticipated 28-episode historical drama Tides of the Rivers and Seas (Jianghai Chaosheng) made its grand premiere. Using the lifelong endeavors of Zhang Jian, a prominent industrialist and educator of modern China, as its narrative thread, the series chronicles the entrepreneurial journey of China's national industries during the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China era. It beautifully captures the pioneering and enterprising spirit of modern Chinese industrialists who dared to blaze new trails.

Summer Lotus: The Romance of Nantong! A pond of pristine lotus, a gentle drizzle—the summer’s tenderness is kneaded right into the Haohe River, inviting you to encounter the unique, rain-kissed lotus poetry that belongs only to this city.

#Nantong Talk: River-and-Sea Flavors vs. French Cuisine (Part 1): A French chef explores a local market in Nantong, discovering everything from native river seafood to seasonal vegetables. Drawing on Western culinary expertise, this foreign head chef interprets the unique flavors and produce of the Yangtze River and coastal regions. This cross-cultural food exchange is filled with fascinating discoveries and heartwarming stories.

The "Taste of Chongchuan" Sino-Foreign Cultural Exchange Event kicked off with great enthusiasm at the Red Pomegranate Home in Tianshenggang Subdistrict. International students from around the world gathered to enjoy the soothing melodies of the Matouqin (horse-head fiddle). They had a close-up view of a master demonstrating Kesi (silk tapestry), an intangible cultural heritage, and tried their hands at traditional crafts, immersing themselves in the unique romance of Chinese culture. Through art as a bridge, young people from China and abroad came closer together, sharing a heartwarming cultural experience filled with laughter and connection.

#NantongTalk Vivien, a French chef settled in Nantong, meets local food blogger Li Xiaoyu. Watch how forks and knives meet chopsticks as Western culinary techniques blend with the unique flavors of this river-and-sea city. Good food knows no borders, and cultures naturally come together through cuisine.

This isn't the Great Migration in Kenya; it's summer in Xiaoyangkou, Rudong...

The Lotus Market along the Hao River at Central Park‌ in Nantong is officially open! Visitors can now enjoy the refreshing fragrance of blooming lotus flowers just steps from home. Nine varieties are in full bloom, with exquisite floral arrangements adding a gentle summer charm. A traditional-style garden stroll offers a poetic way to experience the seasonal romance of the Hao River this summer.

Wading through paddy fields and busy with rice planting! Students from home and abroad at Nantong Vocational College of Science and Technology immersed themselves in traditional farming, gaining a deeper understanding of rural China and witnessing the vibrant picture of rural revitalization.

“Seeing Nantong Through Foreign Eyes: An Encounter with Puppetry” As a unique intangible cultural heritage, Rugao’s traditional puppet show carries the authentic charm of local culture. During the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, two international students from Nantong Vocational College of Science and Technology visited the historic Shuihui Garden in Rugao. Pakistani student Faka and Lao student Wang Kong experienced the unique magic of the puppetry through an engaging and memorable cultural encounter.

On June 24, the "Fall in Love with Nantong, Savor Chongchuan" Sino-Foreign Cultural Exchange Event, along with the official unveiling of the "Chongchuan Harmonious Rhythms, Joint Business Research" International Youth Study Base, was successfully held. Serving as a bridge through university-local government cooperation, the base provides a window for cultural exchange between Chinese and foreign youths, allowing Nantong's millennium-old cultural heritage to reach the world through their voices. 33 international students embarked on a City Walk around the Haohe River. They visited the Abacus and Kite Museums to experience traditional rubbing techniques and admire the Banyao kites. The students will also shoot short videos in multiple languages to share the scenic beauty of the rivers and sea, as well as the charm of intangible cultural heritage, with overseas audiences.

The themed practice event "Seeing Nantong Through Foreign Eyes & Savoring Rugao" is in full swing! Over a dozen international students from countries, including Cameroon, Tajikistan, Gambia, Laos, Indonesia, and Pakistan, have gathered in Rugao to explore the ancient city's cultural heritage and capture the unique charm of its river-and-sea landscape. Let’s dive into Rugao’s morning tea: one savory, aromatic bite is all it takes to wake up the morning!