Intangible Cultural Heritage of Shanghai: Guzheng Making

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The guzheng, a traditional Chinese musical instrument, boasts a history of over 200 years of craftsmanship. In the 1960s, workers at the Shanghai No 1 National Musical Instruments Factory improved the instrument's functionalities, making it consequently more popular. Crafting a guzheng involves carpentry, painting and assembly. Successful production demands perfection at every step, as each preceding stage influences the next. Check out this video to learn more.

[Video produced by the Shanghai Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Centre and Shanghai Ximeng Cultural Media Co]