Traditional embroidery, tapestry industry help Dong people shake off poverty

Dong ethnic women work on tapestry at a relocated residential area in Guyi Township in Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County of Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Nov. 27, 2019. The unique traditional embroidery and tapestry of Dong ethnic group has a long history. In recent years, local authorities have been expanding market for this intangible cultural heritage so that Dong ethnic women will have more job opportunities to shake off poverty and preserve the cultural heritage. At present, over 5,000 people are engaged in embroidery and tapestry industry in the county. (Xinhua/Zheng Yaning)