Arxan's natural bounty finds fresh fans

Today, Fu has diversified business by launching a "forest art classroom", which combines travel with experiential learning. She takes students on one-day tours into the woods where she introduces them to the beauty of nature and the diversity of plant species, and helps them create art using collected pine cones and pine needles.

In her studio, one can find exquisite folding screens, hanging lamps and a selection of furnishings, all ornamented with pine cones. Additionally, she has made aromatic sachets using pine needles harvested during different seasons.

"I hope tourists will be able to bring home the distinct scents of Arxan's forests," she says.

In the future, she plans to create a wider range of cultural and creative products for visitors.