Tie-dye is a traditional Chinese art form dating back to the East Jin Dynasty (405-418). It was most popular during the Tang (618-907) and Song (960-1279) dynasties and is currently on the verge of disappearing. It has been dubbed a treasure of Chinese culture and listed as a national intangible cultural heritage item.

There is an old cloth dyer in Taierzhuang ancient town in Zaozhuang, East China's Shandong province, and visitors can also try out traditional Chinese manual skills there.

Tie-dye artworks are rich in colors and have various graphic designs. Designers use natural pigments, which are friendly to the environment and the human body.

In recent years, Taierzhuang ancient town has been exploring new ways to promote the innovation and development of the intangible cultural heritage item, offering visitors a platform to admire the beauty of traditional culture.

Colorful tie-dye artworks are seen in Taierzhuang ancient town in Zaozhuang, East China's Shandong province. [Photo/WeChat account: tezgc2008]