Pioneering initiatives in Yunnan Province are leveraging intangible cultural heritage to foster practical skills and create flexible employment,opening a sustainable path to prosperity and rural revitalization for peo...Pioneering initiatives in Yunnan Province are leveraging intangible cultural heritage to foster practical skills and create flexible employment,opening a sustainable path to prosperity and rural revitalization for people with disabilities.ACROSS China,provinces and municipalities have adopted a range of initiatives,based on local conditions to facilitate employment for people with disabilities.In southwest China’s Yunnan Province,home to many ethnic minorities,efforts have focused on integrating employment for disabled people with rural revitalization.展开更多
SICHUAN Opera is the most influential regional opera genre in southwestern China.It took shape between the late Ming(1368-1644)and the mid-Qing(1644-1911)dynasties and has long been a beloved folk art among the people...SICHUAN Opera is the most influential regional opera genre in southwestern China.It took shape between the late Ming(1368-1644)and the mid-Qing(1644-1911)dynasties and has long been a beloved folk art among the people of Sichuan,Yunnan,Guizhou,and other southwestern provinces.In 2006,Sichuan Opera was inscribed on the first list of China’s national intangible cultural heritage items.展开更多
In 2026,China celebrates its second Spring Festival since its inscription on the UNESCO(United Nations Educational,Scientific and Cultural Organization)Intangible Cultural Heritage list.For1.4 billion people,the Sprin...In 2026,China celebrates its second Spring Festival since its inscription on the UNESCO(United Nations Educational,Scientific and Cultural Organization)Intangible Cultural Heritage list.For1.4 billion people,the Spring Festival is far more than a simple holiday.展开更多
Agricultural Intangible Cultural Heritage(AICH)embodies collective,intergenerational knowledge sys⁃tems that are increasingly exposed to risks of misappropriation and inequitable commercialization under contemporary i...Agricultural Intangible Cultural Heritage(AICH)embodies collective,intergenerational knowledge sys⁃tems that are increasingly exposed to risks of misappropriation and inequitable commercialization under contemporary intellectual property(IP)regimes.This study investigates the"cost of inaction"in protecting AICH and geographical origins through a qualitative comparative case study approach,drawing on selected cases from Africa,Asia,and Latin America,alongside Chinese practices.By combining narrative analysis and thematic synthesis,the study identi⁃fies two dominant patterns:external misappropriation driven by institutional gaps-manifested in biopiracy,trademark squatting,and exploitation of information asymmetry-and internal inequities arising from commercialization processes that marginalize indigenous communities in benefit-sharing.The findings reveal that existing international IP frame⁃works,including TRIPs and the CBD,provide fragmented and insufficient protection for collective knowledge sys⁃tems.Comparative analysis of national responses highlights three distinct governance models:defensive protection(In⁃dia),rights-based sui generis legislation(Peru),and market-oriented geographical indication systems(European Union),each with inherent limitations.In contrast,Chinese practices demonstrate strong capacity in market integra⁃tion and industrial upgrading but remain constrained by weak recognition of community rights and limited institutional⁃ization of benefit-sharing mechanisms.This study contributes to the literature by proposing a composite institutional framework that integrates existing IP regimes with a sui generis system centered on collective rights recognition,prior informed consent,and mandatory benefit-sharing.The framework also emphasizes the need for embedded integration with patent,trademark,and geographical indication systems,as well as institutional adaptation in the context of the digital economy.The findings offer theoretical insights and policy implications for developing countries seeking to bal⁃ance cultural preservation,economic development,and equitable governance of traditional knowledge.展开更多
At dawn in Wufu Village,in Dinghu District of Zhaoqing City,Guangdong Province,the newly restored Chaoyangli Cultural Retreat is already welcoming its first visitors.A visitor surnamed Chen,who has travelled from Guan...At dawn in Wufu Village,in Dinghu District of Zhaoqing City,Guangdong Province,the newly restored Chaoyangli Cultural Retreat is already welcoming its first visitors.A visitor surnamed Chen,who has travelled from Guangzhou with his child,stops in front of the Chaxi Academy to admire local intangible cultural heritage crafts.展开更多
The techniques of making Yixing purple clay teapots were listed among the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage in 2006.The inheritor of this art,Fan Weiqun,is the vice chairman of Jiangsu Ceramics Prof...The techniques of making Yixing purple clay teapots were listed among the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage in 2006.The inheritor of this art,Fan Weiqun,is the vice chairman of Jiangsu Ceramics Professional Committee and was honored with the title of Jiangsu Craftsman.展开更多
The Nuo mask is the core visual vehicle within China’s Nuo culture and constitutes a complex symbolic system through facial features(icons),patterns(indexes),and colors(symbols).Within the context of intangible cultu...The Nuo mask is the core visual vehicle within China’s Nuo culture and constitutes a complex symbolic system through facial features(icons),patterns(indexes),and colors(symbols).Within the context of intangible cultural heritage(ICH)preservation,its value lies in the continuation and revitalization of its dynamic symbolic functions.Grounded in semiotic theory,this paper elaborates on three core dimensions of symbolic value manifested by Nuo masks in ICH preservation:a ritual symbol for living transmission,a symbol of identity for collective memory,and an aesthetic symbol as a source of creativity.展开更多
The conservation plan for the famous historical and cultural city of Nanjing was prepared since several yearsago.The plan,being an integral component to enrich comprehensive planning of the city,has been workingeffect...The conservation plan for the famous historical and cultural city of Nanjing was prepared since several yearsago.The plan,being an integral component to enrich comprehensive planning of the city,has been workingeffectively through the planning structure to direct the development of Nanjing.However,upon further analysis,au-thors of this article feel that this plan still has its own deficiences and drawbacks in exploring indepth the city’scultural origin,in selecting the essentials while discarding the dross and in blazing new trails based on the rich legacyof the past.These aspects need to be further investigated and to illustrate these points,two scenic belts are proposedto be included into the conservation plan.展开更多
On January 23,jointly organized by the Department of Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism,the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism,and the Suzhou Municipal People’s Gove...On January 23,jointly organized by the Department of Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism,the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism,and the Suzhou Municipal People’s Government,the main event of the 2025“Intangible Cultural Heritage Celebrates the Spring Festival.Celebrating the New Year in the Ancient City”kicked off in Suzhou,Jiangsu Province.展开更多
Inside the China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka,Kansai,Japan,a cultural feast steeped in Liaoning’s history and brimming with its innovative spirit is unfolding.Under the banner“Poetic landscapes,Boundless vitality”,L...Inside the China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka,Kansai,Japan,a cultural feast steeped in Liaoning’s history and brimming with its innovative spirit is unfolding.Under the banner“Poetic landscapes,Boundless vitality”,Liaoning Week employs intangible heritage showcases,live performances and exhibitions to reveal the province’s distinctive cultural charm.展开更多
WUQIAO County in Hebei Province is known as the acrobatics capital of China.In 2006,Wuqiao acrobatics was included in the first list of China's national intangible cultural heritage items.
主题语境:文化遗产篇幅:379词建议用时:7分钟.1 It is 6:00 am.We take the car and head for Oostduinkerke,a small town on the west coast of Belgium,overlooking the North Sea.On a small farm,Bruno and his horses will be wai...主题语境:文化遗产篇幅:379词建议用时:7分钟.1 It is 6:00 am.We take the car and head for Oostduinkerke,a small town on the west coast of Belgium,overlooking the North Sea.On a small farm,Bruno and his horses will be waiting for us to get up a special tradition,so old and precious that it has become'part of UNESCOs Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity:Shrimp Fishing on Horseback.Bruno,in fact,is one of the last 13 Paardevissers(horseback fishermen)left in the world,and today he will take us fishing with him.展开更多
Nujiang integrates culture and tourism to create new opportunities for development.Nestled deep within the Nujiang Grand Canyon,unique ethnic cultures are driving rural revitalisation in Yunnan Province’s Nujiang Lis...Nujiang integrates culture and tourism to create new opportunities for development.Nestled deep within the Nujiang Grand Canyon,unique ethnic cultures are driving rural revitalisation in Yunnan Province’s Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture.Relying on its rich intangible cultural heritage,the region integrates agriculture,culture,and tourism to create new opportunities for once-isolated communities.展开更多
Traveling through the vast snow-covered land of Xizang,the sacred plateau,one cannot help but be captivated by the natural grandeur:the azure skies with white clouds,snowy mountains,pure lakes,forests and grasslands w...Traveling through the vast snow-covered land of Xizang,the sacred plateau,one cannot help but be captivated by the natural grandeur:the azure skies with white clouds,snowy mountains,pure lakes,forests and grasslands where herds of sheep and yaks forage and stroll leisurely.展开更多
The elephant-foot drum is one of the most representative musical instrument of the Dai ethnic group.The drum-making skill was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2011.The elephant-foot drum dance is v...The elephant-foot drum is one of the most representative musical instrument of the Dai ethnic group.The drum-making skill was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2011.The elephant-foot drum dance is very popular among the Dai people.It can be danced by one or two people or a group of people.It is often performed during festivals.This form of dance was at first used to scare off evil(邪恶)and welcome the new year.展开更多
OVER 2,000 years ago,the bronze craftsmen in today’s Datong City,Shanxi Province,had already mastered the superb skills of copper production.Datong bronze-making craft was included in China’s state-level intangible ...OVER 2,000 years ago,the bronze craftsmen in today’s Datong City,Shanxi Province,had already mastered the superb skills of copper production.Datong bronze-making craft was included in China’s state-level intangible cultural heritage list in 2014.The craftsmanship which has been passed down through the millennia still shines brightly today after countless hammer blows and engravings.展开更多
悦读·明其义The value of cultural heritage文化遗产的价值Cultural heritage,including tangible relics like ancient buildings and intangible traditions such as folk music,is the living memory of human civilization.It...悦读·明其义The value of cultural heritage文化遗产的价值Cultural heritage,including tangible relics like ancient buildings and intangible traditions such as folk music,is the living memory of human civilization.It connects us to our ancestors,showing how they lived,created,and passed wisdom down across generations.For example,the Great Wall of China,a famous World Heritage Site,not only reflects ancient engineering skills but also symbolizes the spirit of unity and perseverance.Similarly,in Italy,the Colosseum stands as a historical artifact that tells stories of ancient Roman society,attracting millions of visitors who seek to understand its past glory.展开更多
From the perspective of the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage,this study explores practical strategies for integrating local opera singing styles into the cultivation of preschool music literacy.After litera...From the perspective of the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage,this study explores practical strategies for integrating local opera singing styles into the cultivation of preschool music literacy.After literature research,field investigation,and teaching practice,it analyzes the application value of the artistic features of local opera singing styles in preschool education and seeks effective methods for integrating them into music education in kindergartens.Research shows that local opera singing styles are rich in cultural connotations and artistic charm,and have unique advantages in cultivating children’s musical literacy.Therefore,integrating them into preschool music education is beneficial to children’s understanding of traditional culture,the development of musical abilities,and the cultivation of aesthetic tastes.This study proposes the following practical strategies:Select suitable opera segments for young children and design interesting teaching activities;use multimedia technology to create vivid and interesting learning scenarios;organize opera experience activities to bring children closer to traditional culture;and conduct teacher training to enhance their knowledge of opera and teaching abilities.This research result has certain theoretical and practical significance for promoting local operas into kindergartens,facilitating the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage,and innovating preschool music education.展开更多
As a World Cultural Heritage site,the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal has rich intangible cultural heritage(ICH)along its route.In the era of globalization and media convergence,using short videos to promote the canal’s...As a World Cultural Heritage site,the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal has rich intangible cultural heritage(ICH)along its route.In the era of globalization and media convergence,using short videos to promote the canal’s ICH globally is important for internationalizing Chinese culture.This study uses cross-cultural communication theory,case analysis,and data research to examine the current status of short video dissemination of the canal’s ICH.It identifies core challenges in narrative techniques and cultural translation,and proposes a systematic optimization framework with five dimensions including content and platform.The findings offer both theoretical insights and practical guidance for the international promotion of ICH.展开更多
文摘Pioneering initiatives in Yunnan Province are leveraging intangible cultural heritage to foster practical skills and create flexible employment,opening a sustainable path to prosperity and rural revitalization for people with disabilities.ACROSS China,provinces and municipalities have adopted a range of initiatives,based on local conditions to facilitate employment for people with disabilities.In southwest China’s Yunnan Province,home to many ethnic minorities,efforts have focused on integrating employment for disabled people with rural revitalization.
文摘SICHUAN Opera is the most influential regional opera genre in southwestern China.It took shape between the late Ming(1368-1644)and the mid-Qing(1644-1911)dynasties and has long been a beloved folk art among the people of Sichuan,Yunnan,Guizhou,and other southwestern provinces.In 2006,Sichuan Opera was inscribed on the first list of China’s national intangible cultural heritage items.
文摘In 2026,China celebrates its second Spring Festival since its inscription on the UNESCO(United Nations Educational,Scientific and Cultural Organization)Intangible Cultural Heritage list.For1.4 billion people,the Spring Festival is far more than a simple holiday.
文摘Agricultural Intangible Cultural Heritage(AICH)embodies collective,intergenerational knowledge sys⁃tems that are increasingly exposed to risks of misappropriation and inequitable commercialization under contemporary intellectual property(IP)regimes.This study investigates the"cost of inaction"in protecting AICH and geographical origins through a qualitative comparative case study approach,drawing on selected cases from Africa,Asia,and Latin America,alongside Chinese practices.By combining narrative analysis and thematic synthesis,the study identi⁃fies two dominant patterns:external misappropriation driven by institutional gaps-manifested in biopiracy,trademark squatting,and exploitation of information asymmetry-and internal inequities arising from commercialization processes that marginalize indigenous communities in benefit-sharing.The findings reveal that existing international IP frame⁃works,including TRIPs and the CBD,provide fragmented and insufficient protection for collective knowledge sys⁃tems.Comparative analysis of national responses highlights three distinct governance models:defensive protection(In⁃dia),rights-based sui generis legislation(Peru),and market-oriented geographical indication systems(European Union),each with inherent limitations.In contrast,Chinese practices demonstrate strong capacity in market integra⁃tion and industrial upgrading but remain constrained by weak recognition of community rights and limited institutional⁃ization of benefit-sharing mechanisms.This study contributes to the literature by proposing a composite institutional framework that integrates existing IP regimes with a sui generis system centered on collective rights recognition,prior informed consent,and mandatory benefit-sharing.The framework also emphasizes the need for embedded integration with patent,trademark,and geographical indication systems,as well as institutional adaptation in the context of the digital economy.The findings offer theoretical insights and policy implications for developing countries seeking to bal⁃ance cultural preservation,economic development,and equitable governance of traditional knowledge.
文摘At dawn in Wufu Village,in Dinghu District of Zhaoqing City,Guangdong Province,the newly restored Chaoyangli Cultural Retreat is already welcoming its first visitors.A visitor surnamed Chen,who has travelled from Guangzhou with his child,stops in front of the Chaxi Academy to admire local intangible cultural heritage crafts.
文摘The techniques of making Yixing purple clay teapots were listed among the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage in 2006.The inheritor of this art,Fan Weiqun,is the vice chairman of Jiangsu Ceramics Professional Committee and was honored with the title of Jiangsu Craftsman.
基金National Social Science Fund project“Research on the Narrative of the Sense of Community for the Chinese Nation in Southwest Nuo Opera”(24XMZ063).
文摘The Nuo mask is the core visual vehicle within China’s Nuo culture and constitutes a complex symbolic system through facial features(icons),patterns(indexes),and colors(symbols).Within the context of intangible cultural heritage(ICH)preservation,its value lies in the continuation and revitalization of its dynamic symbolic functions.Grounded in semiotic theory,this paper elaborates on three core dimensions of symbolic value manifested by Nuo masks in ICH preservation:a ritual symbol for living transmission,a symbol of identity for collective memory,and an aesthetic symbol as a source of creativity.
文摘The conservation plan for the famous historical and cultural city of Nanjing was prepared since several yearsago.The plan,being an integral component to enrich comprehensive planning of the city,has been workingeffectively through the planning structure to direct the development of Nanjing.However,upon further analysis,au-thors of this article feel that this plan still has its own deficiences and drawbacks in exploring indepth the city’scultural origin,in selecting the essentials while discarding the dross and in blazing new trails based on the rich legacyof the past.These aspects need to be further investigated and to illustrate these points,two scenic belts are proposedto be included into the conservation plan.
文摘On January 23,jointly organized by the Department of Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism,the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism,and the Suzhou Municipal People’s Government,the main event of the 2025“Intangible Cultural Heritage Celebrates the Spring Festival.Celebrating the New Year in the Ancient City”kicked off in Suzhou,Jiangsu Province.
文摘Inside the China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka,Kansai,Japan,a cultural feast steeped in Liaoning’s history and brimming with its innovative spirit is unfolding.Under the banner“Poetic landscapes,Boundless vitality”,Liaoning Week employs intangible heritage showcases,live performances and exhibitions to reveal the province’s distinctive cultural charm.
文摘WUQIAO County in Hebei Province is known as the acrobatics capital of China.In 2006,Wuqiao acrobatics was included in the first list of China's national intangible cultural heritage items.
文摘主题语境:文化遗产篇幅:379词建议用时:7分钟.1 It is 6:00 am.We take the car and head for Oostduinkerke,a small town on the west coast of Belgium,overlooking the North Sea.On a small farm,Bruno and his horses will be waiting for us to get up a special tradition,so old and precious that it has become'part of UNESCOs Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity:Shrimp Fishing on Horseback.Bruno,in fact,is one of the last 13 Paardevissers(horseback fishermen)left in the world,and today he will take us fishing with him.
文摘Nujiang integrates culture and tourism to create new opportunities for development.Nestled deep within the Nujiang Grand Canyon,unique ethnic cultures are driving rural revitalisation in Yunnan Province’s Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture.Relying on its rich intangible cultural heritage,the region integrates agriculture,culture,and tourism to create new opportunities for once-isolated communities.
文摘Traveling through the vast snow-covered land of Xizang,the sacred plateau,one cannot help but be captivated by the natural grandeur:the azure skies with white clouds,snowy mountains,pure lakes,forests and grasslands where herds of sheep and yaks forage and stroll leisurely.
文摘The elephant-foot drum is one of the most representative musical instrument of the Dai ethnic group.The drum-making skill was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2011.The elephant-foot drum dance is very popular among the Dai people.It can be danced by one or two people or a group of people.It is often performed during festivals.This form of dance was at first used to scare off evil(邪恶)and welcome the new year.
文摘OVER 2,000 years ago,the bronze craftsmen in today’s Datong City,Shanxi Province,had already mastered the superb skills of copper production.Datong bronze-making craft was included in China’s state-level intangible cultural heritage list in 2014.The craftsmanship which has been passed down through the millennia still shines brightly today after countless hammer blows and engravings.
文摘悦读·明其义The value of cultural heritage文化遗产的价值Cultural heritage,including tangible relics like ancient buildings and intangible traditions such as folk music,is the living memory of human civilization.It connects us to our ancestors,showing how they lived,created,and passed wisdom down across generations.For example,the Great Wall of China,a famous World Heritage Site,not only reflects ancient engineering skills but also symbolizes the spirit of unity and perseverance.Similarly,in Italy,the Colosseum stands as a historical artifact that tells stories of ancient Roman society,attracting millions of visitors who seek to understand its past glory.
文摘From the perspective of the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage,this study explores practical strategies for integrating local opera singing styles into the cultivation of preschool music literacy.After literature research,field investigation,and teaching practice,it analyzes the application value of the artistic features of local opera singing styles in preschool education and seeks effective methods for integrating them into music education in kindergartens.Research shows that local opera singing styles are rich in cultural connotations and artistic charm,and have unique advantages in cultivating children’s musical literacy.Therefore,integrating them into preschool music education is beneficial to children’s understanding of traditional culture,the development of musical abilities,and the cultivation of aesthetic tastes.This study proposes the following practical strategies:Select suitable opera segments for young children and design interesting teaching activities;use multimedia technology to create vivid and interesting learning scenarios;organize opera experience activities to bring children closer to traditional culture;and conduct teacher training to enhance their knowledge of opera and teaching abilities.This research result has certain theoretical and practical significance for promoting local operas into kindergartens,facilitating the inheritance of intangible cultural heritage,and innovating preschool music education.
基金sponsored by the 2024 annual special research project on humanities exchange initiated by the Sino-Foreign Humanities Exchange Center of the Ministry of Education and the Sino-Foreign Humanities Exchange Research Institute in the cultural tourism industry(CCIPEWHLY2024034).
文摘As a World Cultural Heritage site,the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal has rich intangible cultural heritage(ICH)along its route.In the era of globalization and media convergence,using short videos to promote the canal’s ICH globally is important for internationalizing Chinese culture.This study uses cross-cultural communication theory,case analysis,and data research to examine the current status of short video dissemination of the canal’s ICH.It identifies core challenges in narrative techniques and cultural translation,and proposes a systematic optimization framework with five dimensions including content and platform.The findings offer both theoretical insights and practical guidance for the international promotion of ICH.
