The University of Cyprus Library, in collaboration with the Confucius Institute at the University of Cyprus, is organizing a cultural event titled: “The Art of Chinese Calligraphy and the Traditional Tea Ceremony,” inviting the public to experience firsthand two of the most distinctive expressions of Chinese culture.

The event will take place on Wednesday, March 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the “Stelios Ioannou” Information Center – Library of the University of Cyprus, in Room 019.

The aim of the event is to introduce the public to key aspects of Chinese culture by showcasing the art of Chinese calligraphy and the traditional tea ceremony. Through presentations and hands-on activities, participants will have the opportunity to discover the aesthetics, philosophy, and symbolism that accompany these practices in the centuries-old Chinese tradition.

The event program includes a lecture on Chinese culture by Ms. Wu Wei, an introduction to Chinese calligraphy by Ms. Yang Qing, and a presentation on Chinese tea culture by Ms. Duan Yingling. The theoretical portion will be followed by an interactive session, during which participants will have the opportunity to try their hand at the art of calligraphy and experience elements of the traditional tea ceremony firsthand.

Schedule of events

• 10:00–11:30 — Lecture on Chinese Culture and Discussion – Ms. Wu Wei
• 11:30–12:00 — Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy – Ms. Yang Qing
• 12:00–12:15 — Introduction to Chinese Tea Culture – Ms. Duan Yingling
• 12:15–12:30 — Break
• 12:30–14:00 — Hands-on calligraphy practice and an introduction to the traditional tea ceremony

The event is open to the public with free admission; however, advance registration is required via the website: www.ucy.ac.cy/libraryevents.

This event is part of the University of Cyprus Library’s cultural program and is aimed at both the university community and the general public, offering an opportunity to learn about important aspects of Chinese culture.