63-year-old Tibetan dancer energizes cultural heritage

With funds of more than 560,000 yuan ($88,017) allocated by China's central government and support from the local government, there have been more opportunities for performance, and the costumes and props have been updated, he added.

After the performance at the China International Import Expo in November of 2021, Xierongzhongzi gained popularity with audiences both at home and abroad.

"We're very proud of that," said Sangzhu. "We're determined to inherit the ancient Tibetan culture in this way."