Brazilian girl sends gift to Taizhou in return for Mei Lanfang commemorative stamps

Brazilian girl Ana Paula Lima sent a thank-you letter to the Taizhou Philatelic Association. [Photo/WeChat account: tzfabu]

The Taizhou Philatelic Association received a package from Brazil on Feb 5, sent by Ana Paula Lima, a student from Sao Paulo State University. The package contained a heartfelt thank-you letter, historical Brazilian stamps, and designer-signed postcards.

Ana sent a postcard from Brazil. [Photo/WeChat account: tzfabu]

Previously, Taizhou had gifted Ana a commemorative stamp collection marking the 130th birth anniversary of Mei Lanfang, the legendary Peking Opera master. Ana expressed her admiration for Mei and gratitude to Taizhou and the philatelic association in her letter. As a token of appreciation, she sent a selection of Brazilian stamps that chronicle the country's history. She also included two postcards featuring her hometown, Porto Alegre, designed and signed by Brazilian poet Sergio Vaz.

On Dec 31, 2024, Taizhou sent Ana a traditional Chinese opera phoenix coronet. To celebrate the Chinese New Year, she shared a special video message wearing the coronet, greeting the Taizhou people warmly.