Preserving the old in a modern urban setting

Perhaps, Shenzhen in Guangdong province is the best reflection of Chinese urbanization in the past decades.

Now one of China's key economic hubs, the city, which was countryside more than 30 years ago, is often seen as lacking in rich history as it is seen as an immigrants' city.

So, when the 12th China International Cultural Industries Fair was held there from May 12 to 16, it was a pleasant surprise to see its intangible cultural heritage on show.