Airbnb hosts intangible culture shows

To date, Airbnb has organized around 40 intangible cultural heritage experiences across China, including Beijing and Shanghai, but also in places as far as the Qiandongnan Miao and Dong autonomous prefecture in Guizhou province, and in Sichuan's provincial capital, Chengdu.

These events ranged from interactive sessions on traditional handicrafts, tea art, pottery, gourmet food and opera to kung fu, board games, calligraphy and painting.

These experiences have also brought about positive changes to the artists taking part.

Many young people have visited Peng's workshop to experience her dough modeling since she started working with Airbnb.

"They already know the basic facts from the Airbnb events and want to gain a better understanding of the art at first hand," Peng says.

Peng introduces the historical background of each type of dough models, and visitors are taught how to make one on their own.

After they finish their own work, they are issued with a certificate to prove they have acquired the skills to present a work of intangible culture heritage.

"Many of the travelers actively participate and ask questions, and their sense of achievement is quite apparent," Peng says.

"You can see them taking photos and sharing their experiences online."