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Jordanian storyteller Merna is back with her 100-Hour Challenge in Kashi (Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region), blending woodsmoke, music, and tradition faster than you can say ‘cultural immersion’! In Episode 4, she swaps her notebook for a woodburning tool under the guidance of local artisans, learning how centuries-old techniques transform raw timber into storytelling masterpieces. ‘It’s like tattooing history onto wood,’ she laughs, envisioning handcrafted souvenirs for future tour guests.
But wait – there’s a twist! Merna then tackles the Dutar, a pear-shaped Uygur instrument, fumbling at first with its silk strings before coaxing out delicate melodies. ‘Imagine teaching your fingers to whisper poetry,’ she says, determined to weave music into her tours.
With 55 hours down and 45 to go, Merna’s race against the clock isn’t just about skills – it’s a vibrant tapestry of Kashi’s living heritage. Will her woodburned creations and musical snippets charm future visitors? Catch Episodes 1-3 to see how she got here!
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In Episode 4, she swaps her notebook for a woodburning tool under the guidance of local artisans, learning how centuries-old techniques transform raw timber into storytelling masterpieces. ‘It’s like tattooing history onto wood,’ she laughs, envisioning handcrafted souvenirs for future tour guests.
But wait – there’s a twist! Merna then tackles the Dutar, a pear-shaped Uygur instrument, fumbling at first with its silk strings before coaxing out delicate melodies. ‘Imagine teaching your fingers to whisper poetry,’ she says, determined to weave music into her tours.
Catch Episodes 1-3 to see how she got here!
