President Xi Jinping’s recent visit to Guizhou Province has sparked fresh conversations about revitalizing ethnic traditions in the digital age. 🌟 From drum towers to dazzling silver jewelry, the region’s cultural gems are getting a modern makeover while staying rooted in heritage.
During his tour, Xi stressed the need to balance tradition and innovation in Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture. 🏞️ 'Cultural legacies aren’t museum pieces – they’re alive,' he emphasized, highlighting projects like Zhenyuan County's intangible heritage experience zones, where tourists try traditional crafts like tie-dyeing firsthand. 🧵🎨
But challenges remain: urbanization drains youth from villages, and commercialization risks turning sacred crafts into souvenirs. 💸 Guizhou's response? Tech meets tradition. Virtual reality now teaches ancient embroidery techniques, and digital platforms showcase Dong singing to global audiences. 🎤📱
One artisan in Kaili shared: 'My grandmother taught me silverwork. Now, I stream my designs – buyers from Shanghai to San Francisco order online.' ✨ This fusion of old and new not only preserves culture but fuels rural economies.
While ethnic groups like the Miao and Dong redefine their place in modern China, Xi's message rings clear: Heritage isn’t a burden – it’s a bridge to tomorrow. 🌉
