A foreigner paints the forehead of a Huishan clay figurine, a unique traditional art form in Wuxi. The mascot for the second Grand Canal Culture and Tourism Expo is based on the Huishan clay figurine. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

The second Grand Canal Culture and Tourism Expo, running from Sept 3 to 6 in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, showcased the rich culture along one of the world's oldest canals.