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Octogenarian honored in Chongqing for five decades of relic preservation

By Deng Rui and Tan Yingzi in Chongqing | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-01-29 18:17

Octogenarian Guo Xiangying was recently honored as one of Chongqing's Top 10 Inspirational Figures for more than five decades of dedication to preserving and promoting the Dazu Rock Carvings, a UNESCO World Heritage site. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Even after retirement, Guo remains entrenched in cultural preservation. He continues his mission by producing educational videos and participating in the restoration of cultural relics. In 2024, he was honored as one of the first "Guardians of the Dazu Rock Carvings". In this role, he has trained over 700 local primary school students to become little tour guides. These students have collectively volunteered for over 120 presentations, reaching more than 5,000 visitors and ensuring the carvings' legacy is shared with a wider audience.

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