摘要
Along with UNESCO proclaimed intangible cultural heritage, China has a national list of intangible cultural heritage with 518 entries.These intangi- ble national treasures are facing their toughest challenge to date in the ongo- ing fight against the unrelenting drive of urbanization and globalization. Without urgent attention many of these aspects of China’s rich history could be lost forever.Here we bring you a brief introduction of six art forms that, among many others,need protection.