June 20, 2025 TnH Global

2.85 million Beijingers attended the large-scale “Moscow Seasons in Beijing” festival

he Moscow Seasons in Beijing festival was held in the capital of the People’s Republic of China – on the popular walking street Wangfujing – from June 12 to 15. For four days everyone was familiarized with the traditions and history of Moscow, its dynamic development, gastronomy and sights.

The event is one of the central points of the cross cultural years of Russia and China, timed to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the establishment of twinning relations between Moscow and Beijing.

More than 2.85 million people visited the festival. They listened to concerts of modern and classical music, participated in dance classes, tasted Russian cuisine, learned to make toys and souvenirs with national colors and much more. The event was held as part of the cross cultural years of Russia and China, timed to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the countries.

Some of the most popular programs included concerts, virtual tours and cooking classes.

Several areas were prepared for adults and children. Among them were bright photo zones of the Moscow Tea Party and Moscow Estates projects, game spaces, an interactive Digital Technologies section, where you could take a VR-trip around Moscow or launch fireworks over VDNH. Also for visitors was available the Tourist Information Center zone, where they could get travel advice, learn about attractions, cultural sites and current events in Moscow. Visitors’ attention was also attracted by a special pavilion created by Aeroflot, where you could get a legendary stewardess hairstyle and light makeup, as well as a free gift for Aeroflot business class passengers.

The residents and guests of Beijing showed special interest in the sights of the Russian capital and traditional treats, such as Russian ice cream, dumplings, pancakes and fruit leather.

In addition, on June 13, under the auspices of the festival, the conference “Cities of the Future. Synergy of Strategic Partnership between Moscow and Beijing”. It was attended by entrepreneurs and experts in such sectors as trade, technology, culture, transportation, as well as many others. The parties discussed new opportunities for cooperation, presented their proposals focused on the local market. As a result, seven international agreements were concluded.

This winter, a festival in honor of the Chinese New Year was held in Moscow as part of the Cross Cultural Years. It attracted about 1.5 million people. Street performances, drummers’ shows, tea ceremonies, calligraphy master classes and board games were of great interest.

Interest in Moscow

China ranks first among non-CIS countries in terms of tourist traffic to Moscow. Over the past 10 years, guests from China have made more than four million trips to the Russian capital.

In the first quarter of 2025, Moscow was visited by almost 100 thousand residents of China, which is three percent more than in the same period last year.

The Russian capital attracts tourists from the People’s Republic of China with its hospitality, combination of traditions and innovations. China itself is also famous for this.

Visitors from this country like historical sights and unique Moscow architecture, modern parks, embankments and other public spaces, developed infrastructure and a rich event program. Popular places include museums in the city center, the metro, Zaryadye Park and VDNH.

The main sources of information about Moscow for Chinese residents are recommendations from friends, social networks and specialized online resources. For example, the official page of the Russian capital is available on the popular Chinese travel platform Ctrip. Here you can find all the information – from obtaining a visa, booking air tickets and hotels to selecting individual tours and excursions.

The capitals of Russia and China are linked by 30 years of relations as sister cities. Last year Sergei Sobyanin and Beijing Mayor Yin Yong signed a cooperation program for 2024-2026. The parties agreed to exchange experience and realize joint projects in different spheres. These include culture, technology, education, trade and tourism.