From ancient dynasties to the present day, traditional craft villages have always played an important role in preserving cultural identity. In Hue and Hoi An, many craft villages are still perserved to this day, bringing unique cultural and artistic values, contributing significantly to the development of the tourism industry. Vietspace would like to introduce to you the outstanding craft villages in Hue and Hoi An - destinations that not only retain their authenticity but are also suitable for all ages and convenient for experiential activities.
Located along the banks of the poetic Huong River, Thanh Tien Paper Flower Village is famous for its craft of making paper flowers that has existed for over 300 years. Thanh Tien paper flowers are not only made for decorative purposes, but also cultural symbols, associated with traditional festivals of Hue. Each paper flower is a combination of vibrant colors and the skillful hands of artisans, creating unique works of art. Coming here, visitors can witness the process of making flowers from natural materials such as bamboo, paper and natural dyes, and even make their own paper flowers.
Sinh village has long been famous for its art of painting, a type of folk painting that has existed for more than 450 years. Sinh village paintings are made from Do paper and wood carving, expressed in natural colors on rich themes from daily life to festivals and beliefs.
Do you know that Sinh village is mainly the place where wrestling takes place on the 10th day of the first lunar month every year? This is a very unique folk cultural activity of Vietnam, which attracts many visitors. When coming to Sinh village, you can observe the process of creating sophisticated paintings, participate in painting and buy souvenirs. Visitors can also visit the house of artisan Ky Huu Phuoc, the only person who still retains traditional painting materials during the period when Sinh village paintings were forgotten because they were considered superstitious.
Bao La is a traditional bamboo and rattan weaving village that has existed for over 600 years. This village used to mainly produce bamboo and rattan tools for agricultural, forestry, and fishery production as well as daily life tools such as baskets, cushions, interior decoration items... After many years, the products has been improved significantly, from better quality to more diverse designs. Each product bears the cultural mark and craftsmanship of the artisan. When coming to Bao La village, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the production process from selecting raw materials to finishing the product, participate in the product creation process and buy unique and quality items.
For 500 years, the village in Pho Trach has been the only place in Hue that produces products from sedge, a natural material that is separate from plastic, extremely environmentally friendly, and especially biodegradable. According to local people, this traditional craft used to create many products such as sails, salt bags, mats, etc. Sedge mats are very light, easy to move, cool in the summer, and warm in the winter. Currently, artisans have developed a variety of products such as baskets, bags, carpets and many other decorations. The process of making products from sedge is very meticulous, from harvesting, drying to weaving. When visiting the sedge village, visitors will experience the product making process and can make some simple handicrafts themselves. This is an opportunity to better understand the traditional art and culture of Hue.
Thanh Ha Pottery Village, located near Hoi An, is famous for its traditional pottery craft with a history of more than 500 years. Here, visitors can participate in the pottery making process from start to finish, from molding clay, shaping, to decorating and firing the pottery. The unique activity here is that you can make a pottery product yourself and bring it home as a souvenir. The pottery village is not only famous for the quality of its products but also for its creativity and long-standing tradition of pottery. Thanh Ha pottery products are not only consumed domestically but also exported to many countries around the world.
With a history of more than 500 years, Kim Bong carpentry village is one of the most famous craft villages in Hoi An with sophisticated wooden handicraft products. To this date, Kim Bong carpentry is still preserved and passed down with hundreds of artisans and skilled workers in four main fields: construction carpentry, household carpentry, boat building carpentry and fine art carpentry. The traditional craft village attracts a large number of tourists to visit. Kim Bong carpentry was also recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2016, promoting the advantages of Cam Kim's rich history and culture in the process of tourism development. With profound historical and cultural values, Kim Bong village will bring visitors the most authentic experiences of a traditional craft village.
In addition to the craft villages, in Hue, there are 5 Cultural Spaces that are invested and developed to focus on displaying handicraft products and promoting the culture of the ancient capital to tourists. This place gives visitors the opportunity to interact directly with local artisans in different professions, admire their works and experience making products such as conical hats, lanterns, kite painting... These activities are especially suitable for visitors of all ages, helping you to understand more deeply about the traditional arts and culture of Vietnam. Interested in discover the unique crafts of Vietnam? Contact us to customize your unique experiences!
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