Blacksmith Shen Zhou wields his sword in Longquan, east China's Zhejiang Province. /CGTN
Shen Zhou quenches a sword in Longquan, east China's Zhejiang Province. /CGTN
Shen Zhou hammers a blade in Longquan, east China's Zhejiang Province. /CGTN
Exquisite engravings on sword hilts are seen in Longquan, east China's Zhejiang Province. /CGTN
A worker decorates a hilt at a factory in Longquan, east China's Zhejiang Province. /CGTN
The sketch of a design for a Longquan sword /CGTN
Longquan sword-making is characterized by exquisite craftsmanship, attention to details and the adherence to traditional techniques. The swords, known for their sharpness, flexibility and durability, represent the culmination of centuries of craftsmanship and tradition.