On June 22, over 70 consular officials and family members from more than 30 countries visited Dongguan for the 2025 Consular Visit to Dongguan event, a signature initiative promoting the city’s international engagement. Against the backdrop of early summer, the group experienced firsthand the charm of Dongguan's iconic lychee culture and its dynamic development.

In the morning, the delegation arrived at the South China Agricultural University demonstration base of the China Lychee Research Center in Dalingshan Town. They enthusiastically picked and tasted Dongguan's signature lychee varieties, Nuomici and Guiwei, enjoying the fresh fruit and learning about the city's 1,000-year lychee heritage. Surrounded by lush lychee trees heavy with red fruit, diplomats snapped photos, shared laughter, and praised the flavor. “Delicious! Dongguan lychees are amazing," they said.

In the afternoon, the group visited the China Agarwood Culture Museum, which showcases world-class agarwood collections from Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, and beyond. Through guided tours and incense art demonstrations, guests explored the origins, craftsmanship, and lifestyle applications of Dongguan's famed Guangxiang (local agarwood), a recognized element of China's national intangible cultural heritage.

The annual Consular Visit to Dongguan has become a key platform for cultural and economic exchange, enhancing mutual understanding and strengthening ties between Dongguan and foreign consulates in Guangzhou. By offering immersive experiences, from lychee picking to cultural heritage exploration, the city continues to promote its unique identity and global appeal.