For over a millennium, the Blang people’s wisdom echoed through oral teachings—until one man decided to write them into history. Meet Su Guowen, 82, son of the Blang’s last headman and guardian of a vanishing heritage.
📜 His life’s mission? Transforming whispered ancestral advice like "Leave them tea gardens, so your descendants may harvest from them forever" into written records. These efforts didn’t just preserve memories—they became key evidence for UNESCO to designate Jingmai Mountain as a World Heritage Site in 2023!
🌱 Su’s work bridges generations, proving culture isn’t just about the past. "As long as we pass the baton well," he says, "the younger generation will surely surpass us." From tea rituals to folklore, his legacy now thrives in ink and pixels, inspiring Gen Z to keep traditions alive in a digital age.
💡 Why it matters: In a world racing toward the future, Su reminds us that roots matter. His story? A masterclass in cultural hustle—no TikTok required.
