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2023.05.15 15:24 GMT+8

Guizhou's VBA: Where basketball and intangible cultural heritage meet

Updated 2023.05.15 15:24 GMT+8
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Miao embroidery in Guizhou, China. /CGTN

Miao embroidery in Guizhou, China. /CGTN

Miao embroidery in Guizhou, China. /CGTN

Miao embroidery in Guizhou, China. /CGTN

Miao embroidery in Guizhou, China. /CGTN

Miao embroidery in Guizhou, China. /CGTN

Miao embroidery in Guizhou, China. /CGTN

A unique basketball league in southwest China’s Guizhou has become a local – and online – sensation. There are no fancy arenas or facilities, and no professional players. But what the VBA (Village Basketball Association) lacks in sophistication, it makes up for in passion and energy. One of the prizes awarded in the VBA is a Miao embroidery piece. This embroidery, which is a form of local intangible cultural heritage, is famous for its intricate patterns and bold colors that reflect the unique culture of the ethnic Miao people. Experience the stunning artistry of Miao embroidery. 

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