Tucked away just a short distance from the beautiful Hoi An ancient town, Thanh Ha pottery village offers a glimpse into the world of pottery-making that has been passed down for centuries.
Pottery making here is a family affair, passed down through the generations. Villagers make all sorts of useful pieces such as cups, jars, bowls, pots and the like. At Thanh Ha, pottery is more than just an industry – it’s a cherished tradition that has been kept alive for more than five centuries.
Unlike many pottery studios that use molds, the artisans here shape each piece by hand and foot pedal without using molds, giving every item a distinctive and unique touch.
You’ll get the chance to witness this mesmerizing process firsthand. The villagers are very kind and friendly so they love to share their heritage with the guests. You can also try new shapes and designs for fun.
*** What will we do?
- Be welcomed into the home of a local craftsman
- Have a look at the local ceramic products
- Join a pottery-making session to make your own pottery product. You will learn how to make pottery with instruction from a local craftsman: choosing clay, choosing a pottery-making technique, making the pottery, drying, trimming, painting, and decorating your pottery. The pottery-making class lasts around 20 minutes.
- Receive a little ceramics gift
- Visit The Xuan My Communal House and Nam Dieu Temple of the pottery founders (by yourself)
- Go around and explore the beauty and enjoy peace & tranquility of traditional crafts (by yourself)
* Note:
- This experience does not include entry tickets to Thanh Ha Village (35,000 VND per person)
- We will welcome you into a local home
- An additional 50,000 VND per person is payable in cash for bookings on Vietnamese public holidays
- The pottery-making class usually lasts around 20 minutes; however, you can take more time to finish your product if you want
