In early summer, the stars shine brightly on the shores of Jinji Lake. On May 17, the 2024 3rd "I Like You" Sino-Italian Cultural Exchange Activity in Jinji Lake Scenic Area officially kicked off and will last for three days from May 17th to 19th. Consul of the Consulate of Italy in Shanghai, Mr. Luo Renzhou, President of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, and Mr. Zha Yingdong, Vice Mayor of Suzhou, attended the event.
With the theme of "Travel in China, Live a Happy Life", the event revolves around beauty, food and music, including a parade of traditional Chinese and Italian costumes, and a reproduction of the atmosphere of the Venice Carnival. A new water sports cross-country race has also been added, linking the lawn, waterfront and water area to show the characteristics of Jinji Lake. The site also set up cultural and creative markets, Italian auto shows and other projects to attract tourists. The Jinji Lake fashion show integrates Eastern and Western aesthetics to bring a different fashion experience.
This event witnessed the friendship between China and Italy, deepened the cultural exchanges between the two sides, and further enhanced the international influence and popularity of Jinji Lake Scenic Area, a national-level night-time cultural tourism consumption cluster.