On the 14th, "The Great Way in Action, the World in Harmony - 2024 China-Australia Taoist Cultural and Art Festival" successfully concluded at the Sydney Town Hall in Australia. This grand event was jointly organized by the Australian Taoist Association and the China Taoist Association, presenting the unique charm and rich connotations of Taoist culture.
On April 14 local time, "The Great Way in Action, the World in Harmony - 2024 China-Australia Taoist Cultural and Art Festival" successfully concluded at the Sydney Town Hall in Australia. Photograph by Wang Xinyi.First, President Li Guangfu of the China Taoist Association expressed the importance of this Taoist cultural and art festival, pointing out: "This event not only deepens the friendship between the Chinese and Australian people, but also provides an important opportunity for promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind."President Yan Meixi of the Australian Taoist Association emphasized the important position of Taoism in Chinese culture and said that this Taoist cultural and art festival is a grand gathering of cultural exchanges and cooperation between the two countries.The entire cultural and art festival activities attracted a large number of participants, who experienced the profound heritage of Chinese culture and the unique charm of Taoist philosophy. The activities included art exhibitions, cultural forums, Taoist cultural experiences, as well as blessing ceremonies and awards evenings. Each link deeply explored the essence of Taoist culture. The art exhibition showed the details of Taoist costumes and utensils, allowing the audience to deeply understand the history, philosophy, and influence of Taoism in modern society.Participant Suzanne Griffin expressed about this event: "This Taoist cultural and art festival not only enriched my cultural vision, but also made me have a deeper understanding and respect for Taoist philosophy, and felt the attainment of Chinese Taoism in the harmony and balance of body and mind."In addition, the Taoist cultural experience area provided a rich variety of activities such as free clinic by Taoist doctors, allowing participants to experience up close the application of Taoist thought and wisdom in real life. A team from Wudang Mountain guided participants on-site to learn Wudang Taijiquan, which is not only a cultural exchange but also an experience of physical and mental cultivation.