A traditional paifang, or memorial archway in Shengzhou, Zhejiang province. [Photo provided to China Daily]

The local government invited about a dozen bloggers based in China, both Chinese and foreigners, to have a two-day trip in the city to explore its history and culture. They toured around ancient villages with traditional architecture and visited Chinese artists and craftsmen.

A short video about the trip was filmed and will be broadcast online.

"It's a truly unique experience, a combination of arts, history, food and music," said Martina Cvetanoska, 24, a postgraduate from Zhejiang University in Hangzhou. Her favorite part was that a Chinese painter painted her a vivid portrait in traditional ink painting.

Catherine Arnett, 20, based in Hangzhou, said that she likes meeting the artists and talking to them about their works.

A Chinese painter painted Martina Cvetanoska a vivid portrait in traditional ink painting. [Photo provided to China Daily]

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