The exhibition was unveiled at the National
Theater of Cuba
Curious Cuban kids at the exhibition
Nearly 100 photos were showcased during the exhibition to
highlight Shanghai’s achievements made over the past 40 years in various fields
including economy, urban construction, environment protection, technology and
education and people’s livelihoods, as well as to display Shanghai’s push to
enhance “Shanghai Services”, “Shanghai Manufacturing”, “Shanghai Shopping” and “Shanghai
Culture”.
Photos of the Shanghai Futures Exchange drew attention
from Cuban visitors
Lizandra Estrada Cruz was attracted by the photos of
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Photos of Shanghai reflecting both past and
present captured the eyes of the visitors. George, head of the National Theater
of Cuba, praised Shanghai as a beautiful city and expressed his wish to visit
the city in person in the future. Lizandra Estrada Cruz, a fifth-grade
elementary student who enjoys watching Kung Fu Panda and Chinese characters,
pointed at the photos of Shanghai Pudong Airport and was amazed by the size of
the airport. Leonardo, a representative at the Sao Paulo Forum held this month,
was also present at this exhibition. He once visited Shanghai and was very
pleased to see those photos on display in Cuba.
Leonardo and Mr. He Jiliang, Party Secretary and Chairman
of eastday.com
Visitors’ eyes also lingered on such photos as the Cuba
Pavilion at the Shanghai Expo, José Marti's Statue in Jing'an District and The
170th anniversary of a Chinese presence in Cuba.
Young Cuban visitors taking a selfie in front of Shanghai-themed
photos
José Marti's Statue in Jing'an District was the focus of
many visitors
The National Theater of Cuba was also
tinged with Haipai Culture (East-meets-West Shanghai style) on that night. The
first Haipai arts exhibition in Cuba by Li Shoubai, an inheritor of Shanghai's
intangible heritage and a paper cutting master, was also held concurrently. 14
artworks, including heavy-color paintings and paper cuttings were displayed
during the exhibition.
Li Shoubai and his daughter showcased their artworks
A total of eight cultural performances were
also presented during "Shanghai Night" later, including the dance
drama brought by Shanghai Dance Theatre. The Photo Exhibition on Shanghai’s
Achievements in 40 years of Reform and Opening up will last 7 days for the Cuba
leg before moving on to Panama and Peru afterwards.