BEIJING, Feb. 28 (Xinhua) -- Staff members of State Grid Chongqing Electric Power Company conducted a comprehensive and meticulous safety inspection of the power supply facilities within the Qijiang Farmers' Printmaking Institute in Qijiang District, Chongqing on Thursday, and created prints on electrical safety together with the children in the institute.
Qijiang farmers' printmaking, an intangible cultural heritage of Chongqing, originated from the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is a pure handmade work, with the processes including carving patterns on a wooden board and then printing them onto the paper. It has been exhibited in more than 40 countries and regions, and art groups and friendly individuals from over 60 countries have come to Qijiang District to explore the craft.
Photo shows enthusiasts make prints at the Qijiang farmers' printmaking inheritance base in Qijiang District, Chongqing. (Provided by Yuan Qiao)
In recent years, State Grid Chongqing Electric Power Company has consistently strengthened its support for industries related to Qijiang farmers' printmaking, providing strong power support for the creation, production and exhibition of the craft by renovating 10.3 kilometers of power lines, newly establishing three ring main unit foundations, replacing 13 high- and low-voltage switchgear cabinets, and inspecting power facilities at schools offering classes that teach Qijiang farmers' printmaking, etc.
Photo shows staff members from State Grid Chongqing Electric Power Company check the power lines of the Qijiang farmers' printmaking inheritance base in Qijiang District, Chongqing. (Provided by Yuan Qiao)
(Edited by Gu Shanshan with Xinhua Silk Road, gushanshan.1987@163.com)