Trending in China | Xihe hemp paper

In Xihe county, Northwest China's Gansu Province, ancient papermaking traditions have been passed down for thousands of years. Using mulberry bark and clear mountain water, local artisans handcraft durable hemp paper entirely without chemicals. The paper retains the plant's natural fibers, giving it a subtle, organic texture. When written on, the ink seeps in smoothly without bleeding, making it ideal for calligraphy.

(Video source: Kuaishou; Compiled by Kang Yutong and Wu Shuyi)