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GLOBALink | Traditional Atlas silk in China's Xinjiang sees revival through preservation, recreation

URUMQI, June 29 (Xinhua) -- A seasoned silk master and a young designer have shared their bond with Xinjiang's Atlas silk, an ancient cloth used by Uygur women for centuries. Thanks to efforts to combine it with modern techniques and fashion, the intangible heritage enjoys a revival.

Produced by Xinhua Global Service