What are the world-class intangible cultural heritages

World-class intangible cultural heritages include the art of the guqin, kunqu, paper-cutting, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese seal-carving, yunjin weaving, mulberry silk weaving, celadon firing, Xuanpaper making, Cantonese opera, movable-type printing, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, Peking Opera, shadow puppets, puppetry, and Chinese beadwork, among others.

1, the art of the guqin

The guqin is a representative of Chinese music and an important part of traditional culture. It has a history of more than 3,000 years and is a representative of ancient Chinese music culture. The art of guqin has become a treasure cherished by the world for its long history, rich connotation and far-reaching influence.

2. Kunqu

Kunqu is one of the oldest existing Chinese operas, originating in the Ming Dynasty, with very high artistry and influence. The performance of Kunqu includes singing, reciting, acting, playing and dancing, etc. It trained Beijing Opera actors in the basic subjects and is famous for its rich dramatic structure and unique performance style.

3. Paper-cutting

Paper-cutting is a kind of traditional folk art in China, in which patterns are cut and engraved on paper by means of scissors or a small knife, and are used to decorate the life or cooperate with other folk activities. Paper-cutting has a broad mass base and is integrated into social life, and is an important part of Chinese folk art.

4. Chinese Calligraphy

Chinese Calligraphy is an art practice that uses pen, ink and paper as its main tools, and through the use of Chinese characters, it accomplishes the practicality of information exchange while integrating people's thoughts on nature, society and life with its unique stylized symbols and ink and brush rhythms, thus expressing the unique way of thinking, personality spirit and temperament of the Chinese people. It is a kind of art practice that expresses the unique way of thinking, personality spirit and disposition of the Chinese people.

5. Chinese Seal Cutting

Chinese seal cutting is a unique art of engraving with stone as the main material, the carving knife as the tool, and Chinese characters as the representations. It has developed from the ancient Chinese seal making technique, which has a history of more than 3,000 years.

Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia - Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity