Growing up in Datong, Zhao says he has witnessed the area's development, which has attracted more young talent to join in protection and restoration.
Dai Yuxiang, who has excelled in restoring murals for 11 years with the institute, feels the same and says his work is more like a doctor than a beautician.
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