LONDON — An event marking this year's Chinese Language Day was held on May 8 in London, bringing 100 students from six schools across the United Kingdom to celebrate the Chinese language and culture.

The event, themed "Chinese Language: A Gift Across Time and Space", featured eight workshops highlighting various aspects of Chinese culture, including characters, calligraphy, poetry, martial arts, and opera masks. The activities blended traditional customs with modern elements, ranging from woodblock printing to virtual reality experiences.

"Learning Chinese is challenging, but also incredibly fun and exciting. It has helped me understand Chinese culture, which is different from the cultures I've experienced before," says Noah Eskinazi-Nehme, a student who has studied Chinese for almost two years at the City of London School and celebrates Spring Festival with his family each year.