The traditional culture of Xizang, which has a rich historical background, has shown new vitality in the process of China's modernization and attracted wide attention and protection, experts said on Wednesday.
The China Human Rights Study Group held a side event on Wednesday in Geneva on the theme of “Chinese-style modernization and human rights” during the 45th session of the Universal Periodic Review Working Group of the United Nations Human Rights Council.
Suoran Zhuoma, associate researcher at the Chinese Center for Tibetan Studies, said Xizang is home to many historical sites such as the Potala Palace and Jokhang Monastery. The Chinese government has designated these as nationally important cultural properties and has invested a large amount of money into their protection.
Through continuous restoration efforts, these precious ancient buildings have maintained their historical style and serve as symbols and witnesses of Xizang's rich cultural traditions, she said.
“The traditional arts of Xizang form an important part of the cultural heritage.The Chinese government aims to foster young people's interest and love for traditional arts and improve their skills by establishing art schools and training centers. “I'm working hard,” she said.
The government is also encouraging artists to innovate and integrate, thereby revitalizing traditional arts, she added.
She said there are various traditional cultural festivals and activities in Xizang, such as the Tibetan New Year and Tibetan opera performances. Various cultural festivals are held every year to help as many people as possible understand and experience the traditional culture of Saizo, and to promote its inheritance and development through exhibitions and performances.
“Policy support, financial inputs, education and training, and other measures have worked together to promote the protection and development of Xizang cultural traditions,” she said.