Guqin holds a unique position in Chinese culture as it's a vital instrument in important ceremonies and sacrifices. The craftsmen who make guqin are highly skilled and use exquisite techniques. It takes over a hundred working procedures to make the instrument, including material selection, lacquering, and tone tuning. #china #intangibleculturalheritage #art #guqin #music #tradition | wowourheritage

Shangguan Xiaoxuan, a professional Chinese guqin player, brings along her guqin, a traditional Chinese stringed instrument, to perform "Quiet and Sweet Night" for the CGTN audience. #music #art | CGTN

102K views · 591 reactions | Guqin has existed for over 3,000 years and represents China's foremost solo musical instrument tradition. This video shows how Chinese artisans make this unique instrument. #TrendinginChina | Xi's Moments | Facebook

Since 2022, Xitou Village in Haikou, #Hainan, has been transforming itself into a beautiful rural destination. By leveraging its natural scenery and rich history, the village has developed a themed cultural tourism project known as the “Xitou Guqin Cultural Village.” The attraction features cozy homestays, a guqin (Chinese zither) cultural experience center, and activities like camping, off-road adventures and kayaking. The initiative has attracted numerous visitors, allowing local residents to

9K views · 232 reactions | Guqin is a seven-string Chinese musical instrument of the #zither family. ‘Gu’ means ancient and with a 3000-year-old history, it’s been favored by scholars and the literati and is associated with the ancient philosophy of #Confucianism. Recently, youngsters have taken a liking to it as a means of relieving stress and relaxing. | China Daily | Facebook

37K views · 520 reactions | The guqin is an ancient Chinese instrument - at least 3000 years old - and is rarely heard outside of China. Master Yang Qing says it is designed to promote love. | SBS News | Facebook