Recognized as one of China's "Four Great Pottery" traditions and a national intangible cultural heritage, Nixing Clay boasts a 1,300-year legacy. This exquisite art form continues to sail along the Maritime Silk Road, reaching 30 countries worldwide. Today, the Nixing pottery industry generates an annual output value exceeding 2 billion yuan ($278 million) in Qinzhou, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region – preserving ancient craftsmanship while driving modern economic growth.

(Text by journalism students from the Communication University of China: Zhao Hongsheng, Peng Yifan, Deng Jinjie, Wang Yaoxue, Fan Yuting and Ni Bing)