Characteristics and Values of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Sports in Anhui Province

The intangible cultural heritage of sports in Anhui Province boasts a rich and profound historical background, shaped by the unique cultural interactions of the Huai River, Wanjiang River, and Huizhou region. The sports-related intangible cultural heritage in Anhui Province exhibits diversity, coexisting features of competitiveness and fitness, emphasizing both entertainment and health benefits, and embodying a symbiotic relationship between regional and cultural elements. In the current era of “creative transformation of traditional culture and innovative development,” the intangible cultural heritage of sports in Anhui Province plays a crucial role in promoting public health, enhancing cultural confidence, and driving industrial transformation.