The 8th China Folk Handicrafts Festival kicked off in Suzhou, Jiangsu province on Nov 2. The 9-day event mainly displays crafts listed as national intangible cultural heritage. More than 70 folk craftsmen from throughout China are presenting their unique workmanship and crafts, attracting numerous visitors.

Cao Hong, a folk artist from Taicang, Jiangsu province, demonstrates the art of eggshell lacquer at the 8th China Folk Handicrafts Festival, Suzhou, Nov 2.[Photo by Wang Jiankang/asianewsphoto.com]