Crossbow hits the bull's-eye in Pengshui

A traditional sport, Miao crossbow, is becoming increasingly popular among young people in Chongqing's Pengshui Miao and Tujia autonomous county, as youth display a keen interest in Chinese culture and history in recent years.

Located in southeast Chongqing, Pengshui is home to 318,000 Miao people who comprise 45.4 percent of the county's population.

The crossbow holds significant historical and cultural importance among the Miao ethnic group in China. The Miao people have a long tradition of using crossbows for hunting, warfare, and cultural ceremonies. The crossbow is not only a practical tool for survival but also a symbol of bravery and skill within Miao society.