During the recent China International Cultural Tourism Expo in Huaiyin District 
of Ji'nan, the handicrafts of Shandong took center stage. Huaiyin District has 
always been known for its rich history and cultural resources. The abundant 
intangible cultural heritage has breathed life into the city's development and 
has become a significant driving force for the district's economy and tourism 
industry, according to the News Office of the People's Government of Huaiyin 
District.

Shandong embroidery is an ancient traditional art form that has been passed 
down since the Spring and Autumn Period. In Huaiyin District of Ji'nan, Dai Ji 
Shandong Embroidery has ingeniously integrated traditional attire and 
contemporary elements with Shandong embroidery. Each stitch intricately 
captures the essence of Ji'nan's lotus flowers and spring water on silk ribbons 
and pendants, effectively serving as a promotional symbol for introducing 
Ji'nan and its Spring City culture to a wider audience.

The tradition of pottery sculpture dates back to ancient times and has evolved 
through inheritance, innovation, and development, showcasing a timeless and 
distinctive charm. Wang Lingtao, an intangible cultural heritage inheritor from 
Huaiyin District of Ji'nan, skillfully integrates traditional Confucian culture 
into pottery sculpture. Using clay, he creates statues of Confucius in various 
forms and images, enabling a transcendent dialogue with Confucius across 
millennia. He has pioneered the "Confucian Scene" series, including pottery 
sculptures of the "72 Best Disciples of Confucius," effectively blending 
traditional Confucian and pottery sculpture cultures with contemporary 
relevance, thus promoting a greater understanding of Confucius among the public.

Source: News Office of the People's Government of Huaiyin District

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