The silver jewelry produced by the Miao ethnic group has been the key to driving rural development in Taijiang County, area located in the Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture(自治州)of Guizhou Province.
The jewelry is a magnificent treasure of Miao culture, (present) delicate silver jewels and traditional craftsmanship. The Miao ethnic group(keep)the tradition of decorating themselves with handmade silver ornaments for over 400 years. In May 2011, the silver forging skill of the Miao ethnic group was recognized and included in the third group of(nation)intangible cultural heritage list.
(drive)by the popularity of ethnic festivals and people's growing interest in silver jewelry, the local tourism industry has enjoyed a boost in recent years. To (far) encourage development, Taijiang County has focuseddeveloping the ethnic folk handicraft industry, aiming to enhance the promotion of traditional Miao silver jewelry, create more job (opportunity)and boost regional tourism. By the end of 2021, there were 102 local enterprises devoted to making silver jewelry, total output value reached more than100 million yuan($13. 68 million). This significant growth in the silver jewelry industry has laid a strong foundation for the county (promote)rural revitalization.
