Small Town, Big World | Creating "Explosive" Hits

As night falls, fireworks burst into the sky, painting poetic brilliance that carries humanity's romance and aspirations to distant horizons. 

Known as China's "Hometown of Fireworks," Liuyang in Hunan Province has preserved this millennia-old pyrotechnic craft. Its products account for 60% of China's total fireworks exports, reaching over 100 countries and regions worldwide. 

From traditional handcrafting to modern intelligent manufacturing, Liuyang's fireworks industry blends heritage with innovation, breathing new life into this ancient art. 

Today, whether it's Canada's National Day celebrations or Cambodia's traditional festivals, Liuyang's dazzling displays light up global skies. 

CGTN host Sergey explores this city of sparks, witnessing how this national intangible cultural heritage has evolved from a local craft in eastern Hunan into a shining emblem of Chinese creativity. 

Here, every firework tells a vibrant story where tradition and modernity spectacularly collide.