Visitors to Xi'an International Horticultural Expo are invited to embark on a musical and cultural romp through the island of Taiwan. As one of the headline events at the Expo, Taiwan Cultural Week was kicked off over last weekend.

As one of the headline events at the Expo, Taiwan Cultural Week was kicked off over last weekend.

A performance of the "Wild Fire Music" Band from Taiwan opened the Taiwan Cultural Week on Sunday.

"Wild Fire Music" is one of the few bands in Taiwan that work diligently on promoting traditional music among the island's indigenous communities.

Brightly dressed with ethnic costumes, the singers were crooning a folk ballad with a refreshing and intoxicating melody.

Next, another art group presented a modern rendition of playing diabolo, or the Chinese yo-yo. With a combination of multi-media projection and superb techniques, the program has been well received during its tour to thirty countries.

Xie Xiaoyun, director of Cultural Bureau of Taipei Authority, said, "We are bringing the most authentic performances from Taiwan's indigenous residents. But don't imagine that everything would be old. There are plenty modern elements that have been incorporated into their performances. "

In a week's time, three performances of Taiwan music and arts are staged every day in the Xi'an International Horticultural Expo Park.