Artists perform during a gala showcasing the culture of China's vast west in Moscow, Russia, on Nov. 24, 2018. A series of events showcasing the rich culture of China's vast west, especially that of places along the ancient Sild Road, kicked off at the Moscow Musical Theater on Friday. (Xinhua/Bai Xueqi)

Artists perform during a gala showcasing the culture of China's vast west in Moscow, Russia, on Nov. 24, 2018. A series of events showcasing the rich culture of China's vast west, especially that of places along the ancient Sild Road, kicked off at the Moscow Musical Theater on Friday. (Xinhua/Bai Xueqi)

Artists perform during a gala showcasing the culture of China's vast west in Moscow, Russia, on Nov. 24, 2018. A series of events showcasing the rich culture of China's vast west, especially that of places along the ancient Sild Road, kicked off at the Moscow Musical Theater on Friday. (Xinhua/Bai Xueqi)