GLOBALink | Cultural GBA — Walks & Talks: Encountering beauty of Lingnan intangible cultural heritages

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) embodies the cultural spirit of Lingnan. Guangdong, as a region that integrates historical and cultural heritage, cultural innovation vitality, and cultural exchange and mutual learning, fully demonstrates the distinctive humanistic charm of the GBA. In this episode, we will focus on Guangzhou and Chaozhou to explore the diverse cultural stories amidst the development of the GBA. 
Located in Guangzhou, a millennia-old city, Yongqingfang not only preserves the memories of history but also radiates vibrant vitality. Walking along the streets of Yongqingfang, you will see the harmonious coexistence of urban renewal and cultural heritage. Guangzhou has numerous treasures of Lingnan culture, such as the lion dance, Guangzhou embroidery, Cantonese opera, and Canton porcelain.
As part of Lingnan culture, Chaozhou culture is also rich and colorful. Chaozhou wood carving, with its unique charm, attracts the attention of the world.
Chaozhou embroidery and Guangzhou embroidery are collectively known as “Cantonese embroidery”. As one of China’s four famous embroideries, Cantonese embroidery is renowned both at home and abroad for its exquisite craftsmanship and distinctive artistic style. It is not only the creation of beauty but also the inheritance of cultural heritage. The ancient skills are carried on by skilled craftsmen, and new creativity continues to emerge.
From the bustling Yongqingfang in Guangzhou to the classical charm of the Cantonese Opera Art Museum, and from the exquisite delicacy of Chaozhou wood carving to the vibrant Chaozhou embroidery, along this journey, Lingnan culture has shown profound heritage and boundless charm.■