Visitors tour Huishan Ancient Town for the intangible cultural heritage promotion and exhibition event. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

The two-day intangible cultural heritage (ICH) promotion and exhibition event wrapped up on June 14 at Huishan Ancient Town in Wuxi, Jiangsu province.

This event offered a rich tapestry of market stalls, folk performances, interactive experiences, and cultural and creative displays, providing an immersive journey through Wuxi's ICH.

A visitor experiences an ICH item during the intangible cultural heritage promotion and exhibition event. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

Showcasing classic local heritage projects such as Huishan clay figurines, Wuxi fine embroidery, and Liuqing bamboo carving, the event also delighted visitors with authentic local flavors, including Huishan pastries and Jiangyin horse-hoof-shaped pastries. A highlight was the innovative 3D-printed Yixing purple clay pottery, blending tradition with modern technology.

Senior performers put on a folk show during the intangible cultural heritage promotion and exhibition event. [Photo/WeChat account: wuxishilvyouju]

Wuxi's four major troupes — the Wuxi Pingtan Troupe, Wuxi Comedy Troupe, Wuxi Chinese Orchestra, and Wuxi Xiju Opera Troupe — delivered special performances.

A standout feature of the event was the free, hands-on experience classes. Participants were invited to delve into the intricate art of Wuxi fine embroidery, print traditional Wuxi paper horses by hand, and hear the stories behind Liuqing bamboo carving. Opera enthusiasts also had the opportunity to don exquisite Xiju Opera costumes and practice water sleeve movements and singing, fully immersing themselves in the cultural experience.