Xitou Village Revives Ancient Art with Modern Flair

In the lush landscapes of Zhejiang Province’s Xitou Village, a quiet cultural revolution is unfolding. Meet Wu Maoying, the cultural commissioner turning 1,600-year-old Longquan celadon porcelain—a glossy, jade-like ceramic—into a viral sensation. With lively street performances, hands-on workshops, and community storytelling events, Wu and locals are transforming dusty history into a dynamic experience for Gen Z travelers and culture buffs alike.

\"We’re not just preserving traditions; we’re making them sing,\" says Wu, whose team blends ancient pottery techniques with TikTok-worthy reenactments. Visitors can now mold clay beside master artisans or watch folklore dramas under centuries-old banyan trees. The village’s revival has drawn global attention, proving that heritage isn’t about museums—it’s about heartbeat.

For young entrepreneurs, Xitou’s mix of craftsmanship and creativity offers lessons in sustainable tourism. As one visitor put it: \"It’s like a K-drama meets ‘Great British Bake Off’—but for ceramics!\"

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