Bixiu: The whistling arrow of Xizang's heritage

Publish Time: 2025-07-31 Author: From: CGTN

The traditional Tibetan arrow is a highlight of regional sports meets. /CGTN

The bixiu is a Tibetan arrow with a legacy spanning over a millennium. Its wooden tip has four holes, and when released, the arrow cuts through the air with a sharp whistle. In 2007, it was added to Xizang's intangible cultural heritage list and is now a highlight of regional ethnic sports meets – a popular experience for visitors from all over China.

The traditional Tibetan arrow is a highlight of regional sports meets. /CGTN

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