#LivingHeritage: Guqin Wandering sounds, irregular rhythms and a carrier of gentle emotions. This is the musical language of guqin, a plucked seven string instrument created in ancient China. The earliest piece of guqin in China, unearthed in Hubei province in 2016, dates back to the Zhou Dynasty (c. 11th century - 256BC). The body of a guqin is made of lacquered wood and the strings of twisted silk. Unlike its seemingly simple appearance, making a guqin is extremely demanding. An outstanding pi

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

Wu Na, an award-winning Chinese modern Guqin artist and educator, amazed audiences with a fascinating Guqin performance during the "Journey through Civilizations" launch ceremony. #Guqin #music #China #culture | CGTN America

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