Chinese Embassy in U.S. holds first Open Day for public

Ambassador Cui Tiankai delivers a speech on the first Open Day by the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

The Chinese Embassy in the U.S. held its first Open Day for the public in Washington on May 5, 2018.

The Chinese Embassy in the U.S. holds its first Open Day in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

Offering a view of Chinese art forms such as traditional Chinese painting, calligraphy, martial art performances and dragon dancing, as well as showcasing China's recent achievements in science and innovation, the Open Day has given people a chance to explore China without having to leave the US capital.

Martial art performances take place on the first Open Day by the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

The event is part of the "Around the World Embassy Tour," an annual festival held by Cultural Tourism DC, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington.

The Chinese Embassy in the U.S. holds its first Open Day in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

Dance performances are held on the first Open Day by the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

Traditional Chinese folk music performances are held on the first Open Day by the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

The Chinese Embassy in the U.S. holds its first Open Day in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

Traditional Chinese folk music performances are held on the first Open Day by the Chinese Embassy in the U.S. in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]

The Chinese Embassy in the U.S. holds its first Open Day in Washington, May 5, 2018. [Photo: China Plus/Liu Kun]