Thanh Ha pottery recognised as national heritage
Friday, october 04, 2019 09:49
(QNO) - Thanh Ha pottery in Cam Ha commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province has just been recognised as National Intangible Heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
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| The 500-year-old pottery trade in Thanh Ha village emerged in the ancient town of Hoi An in the late 15th century, and some villagers still make items using brick kilns. Photo: CADN |
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| The pottery craft was one of the oldest trades that still remains in the UNESCO-recognised world heritage site Hoi An. A tourist tries to make to he, traditional toy for children in Vietnam at Thanh Ha pottery village. Photo: CAND |
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| Tourists at a souvenir shop in Thanh Ha village. Photo: CAND |
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| Pottery products from Thanh Ha were major commodities exchanged with businessmen from Japan, China and Europe in the 17th century. Photo: CAND |
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| There are many tourists coming to Thanh Ha pottery village everyday. They feel pleased to experience in making ceramic products by themselves. |
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| Thanh Ha pottery village creates three main product lines including traditional products, souvenirs and handicraft products. |
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| An artisan at Thanh Ha pottery village. |
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