Guests visit the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang. [Photo/WeChat account: jqrbwx]

The Fourth Dialogue on Exchanges and Mutual Learning Among Civilizations was held in Dunhuang, Gansu province, from May 29 to 31, offering international guests a firsthand experience of China's historical depth, openness, and innovation.

During visits to Mogao Caves, Xuanquan Post, Yumen Pass, and Jiayu Pass, delegates witnessed the millennia-old Silk Road culture. American writer Christopher Merrill, revisiting Mogao Caves after 20 years, praised the site's masterful murals and sculptures as vivid records of cross-cultural exchanges.

Delegates also explored how modern technology revitalizes culture. In Dunhuang, a new immersive theater performance used holographic projections and 3D effects to bring ancient murals to life. German sinologist He Moye admired its blend of creative artistry and historical depth, while Hungarian delegate Fang Fei was impressed by Jiayu Pass's spectacular light show, which illustrated Silk Road trade and military history.

Beyond cultural preservation, visitors observed China's advances in green energy. Botswana's delegation marveled at Dunhuang's 100-megawat molten salt solar power plant, envisioning similar projects in their own country. In Jiayu Pass, delegates explored smart grid systems, showcasing China's role in sustainable development.

By combining ancient history and modern innovation, China continues to foster civilizational exchanges and mutual learning, ensuring the Silk Road's legacy remains vibrant.