Woodblock New Year pictures are a traditional art form with a long history in China, which famous ancient town originated from?

Woodblock New Year pictures originated in Zhuxian Town, Henan Province. Woodblock New Year pictures have dozens of producing areas, large and small, among which the woodblock New Year pictures in Zhuxian Town, Henan Province are the most famous.

Woodblock New Year pictures are a traditional folk art form with a long history in China, with a history of 1000 years. In China, New Year pictures are a symbol of the year. New Year pictures are not only decorations for festivals, but also have cultural and artistic values. They are an encyclopedia reflecting the life of China's civil society.

On May 20th, 2006, Zhuxian Town Woodblock New Year Pictures were approved by the State Council to be included in the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage list. On June 7th, 2008, woodblock New Year pictures were approved by the State Council and included in the second batch of national intangible cultural heritage list.