The tea ceremony, remarkable shows of skills by a Sichuan chef and dancers in masks will be the main attractions of the Chengdu Days – an event which will be held in the Łazienki Park from 22 to 24 July.

Chengdu, the culture of which you will be able to discover during the three-day shows, is a dynamically developing metropolis lying in the Sichuan Province. It is famous for being a centre of the Sichuan tradition and its symbol is the Giant Panda inhabiting the nearby areas.

During the Chengdu Days you will experience the atmosphere of this stunning city in the Royal Łazienki. Ceremonies of traditional Chinese tea making with a tasting of the drink and shows of the Sichuan cuisine master chef will mark the event. Among the dishes that will be prepared are Chinese style fried eggs with tomatoes, gong bao chicken, hui gou rou pork and ma po tofu. You will learn the secrets of Sichuan dishes, and each lesson will be completed with a tasting. 

The art of the city of Chengdu will be introduced to the guests at the Royal Łazienki through shows of dancers in masks – Bian Lian, as well as concerts of traditional Chinese musical instrument – guqin (a type of zither). Lectures on the city of Chengdu, the Sichuan province, and traditional Chinese culture will also be offered.

Chengdu Days will be held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (22-24 July), at 11.00-18.00, near the Amphitheatre (Pavilion tearoom). Admission to all events is free of charge.

The Chengdu Days are organised by the city of Chengdu and the Sino-Polish Economic and Cultural Exchange Foundation – SINOPOL.

PROGRAMME OF THE CHENGDU DAYS (FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY)

11.00 - The tea ceremony
            Bian Lian - dancers in masks
            Guqin - concerts of traditional Chinese musical instrument
            Shows of the Sichuan cuisine

14.00 - The tea ceremony
            Bian Lian - dancers in masks
            Guqin - concerts of traditional Chinese musical instrument
            Shows of the Sichuan cuisine

16.00 - Shows of the Sichuan cuisine

16.30 - The tea ceremony
            Bian Lian - dancers in masks
            Guqin - concerts of traditional Chinese musical instrument
            Shows of the Sichuan cuisine