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As young leave, traditional craft dies out in Nepal

By Associated Press in Thimi, Nepal | China Daily | Updated: 2017-02-18 07:48

For generations, the residents of the ancient Nepali town of Thimi supplied the rest of the Himalayan country with everything from tiny clay lamps used in temples to massive grain storage jars.

Locals still mix clay and throw it on potters' wheels, then leave pots to dry and harden in the sun.

But not for long.

As young leave, traditional craft dies out in Nepal

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