Trending in China | Ancient Chinese puppet show Discover the ancient Chinese #puppetshow, a mesmerizing #art form with over 1,000 years of history. Known for its intricate marionettes controlled by 16 to 30 strings, this performance is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship. Join us in celebrating this cultural treasure, proudly listed as part of China's national intangible cultural heritage! | WE ARE CHINA

As one of the oldest and rarest forms of puppetry in China, the Quanzhou puppet shows enjoy a long history of more than 2,000 years. A Quanzhou puppet show uses a type of marionette that is about 70cm (28 inches) tall and consists of a head, belly, limbs, strings and an operation board to control the strings. The puppet head is engraved out of camphor, linden or willow wood with inner machinery, resulting in a variety of facial expressions. The belly is made of bamboo. #Heritage Watch the full Q