A resident from Jinhua's Wucheng district appreciates Tibetan black pottery from Sichuan's Daowu county. [Photo/Tide News]

Wuzhou Ancient Town in Wucheng district, Jinhua, Zhejiang province, was alive with Tibetan cultural elements on June 4.

Residents and visitors experienced a vibrant exchange of intangible cultural heritage between Wucheng and Dawu county — located in the Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture in Southwest China's Sichuan province.

The event featured displays of traditional crafts from both regions. Dawu showcased specialties including Tibetan paper, Tibetan incense, and horse gear. A highlight was the thangka painting — a traditional style of Tibetan painting included on the national intangible cultural heritage list.

Fang Minjing, a resident with a passion for art, spent considerable time appreciating and photographing the intricate works. "This display deepens our understanding of Daowu's art, as well as local life and culture," Fang said.

Meanwhile, inheritors of Tibetan black pottery explained the craft's history and production to visitors. They emphasized the black pottery's unique sourcing from high-altitude soils, shaped by hand into delicate forms.

The pottery firing techniques — like Wucheng's Wuzhou kiln techniques — boast over 1,000 years of history, with both recognized as national intangible cultural heritage items.

Visitors from Daowu explored Wucheng's heritage, including Wuzhou kiln and weaving traditions, while an evening performance of Daowu's classical songs and dances left locals with unforgettable memories.

The exchange reflects deepening collaboration between Wucheng and Daowu. "It bridges traditions and fosters mutual appreciation," said an official from Wucheng district's publicity department.