Xuanwei ham is known as one of China's most iconic cured hams. Why is it impossible to replicate elsewhere? The answer lies in Xuanwei itself. Its unique geography and climate provide ideal conditions for natural fermentation, while generations of skilled inheritors of intangible cultural heritage have preserved the time-honored techniques behind its production. Join China Daily reporter Yan An in Xuanwei in Southwest China's Yunnan province as she uncovers the secrets behind the ham's distinctive flavor, shaped by nature and tradition working hand in hand.