Potala Palace Annual Restoration Begins: Preserving a Tibetan Icon
Annual restoration of Tibet’s Potala Palace begins, preserving vibrant hues and 1,300-year legacy through traditional techniques at UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Annual restoration of Tibet’s Potala Palace begins, preserving vibrant hues and 1,300-year legacy through traditional techniques at UNESCO World Heritage site.
UNESCO has added traditional Chinese wooden arch bridge design and construction practices to its Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, recognizing the significance of these ancient techniques.
Chinese President Xi Jinping urges renewed efforts to protect China’s cultural and natural heritage after three sites gain UNESCO World Heritage status.
Fulvio Rinaudo, president of CIPA, discusses how new technology is revolutionizing the preservation of cultural heritage and emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in digitization efforts.
China and Pakistan are collaborating through the Guardians of Gandhara program to preserve and restore the ancient cultural heritage sites of the historic Gandhara region.
UNESCO is collaborating with China to help preserve and list its invaluable cultural heritage sites. The partnership facilitates international recognition and protection of China’s rich history.
China’s ancient tulou buildings, crafted from earth, bamboo, and wood, stand as a testament to traditional architecture. However, with fewer young people learning the craft, their future is uncertain.