Athletes have also been taking time out from the competitions to experience the local culture and explore the host city Chengdu, which is rated one of the most liveable cities in China. Yang Jinghao has more.

　　Traditional weaving with palm fibers. For this archer from Poland, this centuries-old handicraft is also about concentration and manual skills, but still is entirely fresh.

　　SMOLINSKI ARKADIIUSZ, Polish Athlete "It feels amazing. I really like this kind of stuff. I like work of paper. I can do something like origami. It's really a nice experience."

　　On Monday, dozens of participants of the Chengdu Universiade toured the city to get more knowledge about it – its history, traditions and modern development.

　　YANG JINGHAO, Chengdu, Sichuan Province "Many participants say the Universiade is not all about competition and results. It's also about forging new friendships and immersing oneself in local cultures. Chengdu, as the host city, aims to provide precisely these experiences to guests from all corners of the world."

　　Food and drink are things people won't miss when visiting China. For many, tea is always on their must-try list – not just for the flavor, but also the way it is made.

　　OCHOCKA EWA, Medical Personnel, Poland Delegation "I love tea. I also drink tea in my country in Poland. I really enjoyed the green tea and the jasmine tea, and I bought it as a gift for my family members. And I really enjoy it. So it was really great that we can taste it."

　　Since the opening, event organizers have been trying to help participants feel the dynamics of Chengdu through a range of activities – both in and outside the athletes' village. An assortment of souvenirs featuring distinctive elements, in particular giant pandas, are also captivating them.

　　JOZAK MARIJA, Head of Slovenia Delegation "Usually it's things that are not that familiar to our culture, the way you write, the way you appreciate your history, your ancestors, it's really important. The way you treat us your kindness, it's not that common around the world. It's not something we should take for granted. It's really nice."

　　The participants say they hope they can explore more of the city and of China during the rest of their stay. YJH, CGTN, Chengdu.