With mixed feelings of excitement and nervousness, Zhao Shoucheng and his family, who live in a multi-ethnic residential community in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, welcomed President Xi Jinping to their home.

"He (Xi) greeted each of us, and we accompanied him on a tour of our house. In the study, he noticed our grandson's awards and medals, which included his achievements in sports and mathematics. He also saw the kitchen and even took a look at our refrigerator," said the 62-year-old, a member of the Hui ethnic group.

"We were extremely happy to receive him," Zhao said, adding that, Xi, who is a sports fan, was impressed with the awards won by his 12-year-old grandson for athletic achievements.