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A view of the traditional Bouyei costumes. /CGTN

A view of the whirlpool design in Bouyei batik. /CGTN

A view of the traditional Bouyei costumes. /CGTN

A view of the whirlpool design in Bouyei batik. /CGTN

Bouyei artisans use wax to create intricate patterns on cloth before dyeing it indigo blue. /CGTN

In Anshun, Guizhou, Bouyei batik is more than a traditional craft — it carries the memories of generations. During the Long March 90 years ago, an alliance was formed between the Red Army and the local Bouyei community. Today, Bouyei artisans use wax to create intricate patterns on cloth before dyeing it indigo blue, keeping their cultural heritage alive through this time-honored craft.

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