Hey there! 👋 Have you ever tried to learn something totally new in a short time? Well, Merna, a storyteller from Jordan, is on an amazing adventure in Kashi, a historic city in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. She has only 100 hours to become a professional tour guide and create a super cool tour for visitors! 😲
In this episode, Merna dives into the world of Kashi’s local artisans. First, she meets a skilled woodworking craftsman who shows her the awesome art of woodburning. 🔥🪵 She learns how to use special tools to burn designs into wood, creating beautiful patterns and pictures. It’s like drawing with fire! How cool is that?
Feeling inspired, Merna thinks about making a special souvenir for her future tour guests. Maybe she can add a handmade touch to her tour! 🛍️✨
Next, she meets a master of the Dutar, which is a traditional Uygur musical instrument. It’s kind of like a long-necked lute with two strings. 🎶 He teaches her how to play some delicate tunes. Merna loves music, so she’s super excited! She practices hard to play the melodies.
With both her new woodcraft and musical skills, Merna starts to create a unique gift for her future guests. But time is ticking! Can she master Kashi’s amazing crafts and cultural heritage before the 100 hours are up? ⏳
Join Merna on her creative journey as she explores the heart and soul of Kashi. Who knows, maybe you’ll be inspired to try something new too! 😊
Reference(s):
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