On July 2, members of the Hong Kong Tigers Baseball Team (China), participants in the Bond with Kuliang: 2026 China-U.S. Youth Baseball Exhibition Games and Sports Festival, visited the Liangcuo Historic and Cultural District in Fuzhou, Fujian province.

Amid the ancient houses and rural landscapes, they explored the local cultural heritage of Fuzhou and experienced the unique charm of the city's preservation of ancient buildings integrated with the integrated development of rural culture and tourism.

Liangcuo Historic and Cultural District, nestled between mountains and rivers, features a cluster of ancient buildings and rural scenery. It serves as a key model for Fuzhou in preserving its thousand-year-old local culture and revitalizing heritage resources.

During the visit, the participants wandered among the ancient houses from the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911), and gained an in-depth understanding of Liangcuo's history, clan culture, and the achievements in restoring and protecting these ancient structures.

The players admired the elegant and quaint architectural style, listened to stories about the district's adaptive reuse and the integrated development of culture and tourism, and appreciated Fuzhou's meticulous efforts to uphold its cultural heritage while revitalizing ancient buildings.

The serene rural scenery and profound historical significance captivated them, prompting them to pause, take photos, and exchange their thoughts. Through this immersive learning experience, they deeply appreciated the unique charm of China's rural culture.

This educational tour enabled the Hong Kong youth athletes to step beyond the competition field and engage deeply with Fuzhou's local cultural heritage, thereby broadening their cultural perspectives.

Through immersive experiences, they enhanced their understanding and recognition of the regional culture, gaining a distinctive and rewarding learning experience.