Jiangsu has released a list of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) workshops at the provincial level, as part of its efforts to strengthen the ICH protection and enhance rural vitalization.

Nanjing salted duck (CFP Photo)

The list was compiled through a rigorous process, including recommendations, expert evaluations, and public disclosure to solicit people’s opinions. It features 28 items focused on food and drinks, such as Guihuaya (Nanjing salted duck that has a sweet osmanthus scent), 13 traditional art projects and 19 traditional crafts. Notably, 21 of these provincial ICH items have also been recognized at the national level.

Jintan paper-cutting

Currently, Jiangsu is home to 563 ICH workshops, providing employment to 120,000 people and generating sales of 42.5 billion yuan in 2023.

Yuhua Tea of Nanjing

The province has implemented various measures to support the preservation and development of intangible cultural heritage. In this workshop-centric initiative, Jiangsu will assist traditional crafts enterprises, design companies and universities in extensive collaboration, such as joint research, training and exhibition.