Vietnam's Van Phuc silk village celebrates timeless craft
RU EN

Vietnam's Van Phuc silk village celebrates timeless craft

News  
11-10-2023
 
Vạn Phúc Silk Village is currently adorned with a newfound sense of pride as its silk weaving has been recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage.

This distinction highlights the village’s crucial role in preserving and promoting Việt Nam’s traditional silk weaving.The silk produced in Vạn Phúc is famed for its exceptional quality, unique colours, and traditional floral pattern designs. 

A magnificent procession of umbrellas and kites stretches for hundreds of metres, while meticulously arranged silk reels and large-scale paintings showcase the intricate silk production process that defines the village’s identity.

Vạn Phúc has long been renowned for its traditional silk weaving craft of over 1,000 years, with artisans passing down their techniques and trade secrets through the generations. The silk produced in Vạn Phúc is famed for its exceptional quality, unique colours, and traditional floral pattern designs.


Vạn Phúc is a remarkable cultural and historical destination in Việt Nam. According to historical records, the trade of raising silkworms and weaving silk cloth started in the area over 1,000 years ago.

During the feudal era, Vạn Phúc silk was chosen to make exclusive costumes for royal families of the Nguyễn Dynasty.
More
10-07-2024
Greece and Bulgaria to Join Forces in Antarctica
Greek scientists are set to travel to the Bulgarian station in Antarctica. This was announced at a conference on the cooperation of Balkan countries in the polar regions, held in the Bulgarian city of Ahtopol
10-07-2024
Translation: Moscow Hedgehogs Prepare for Winter Sleep
According to experts, before the onset of cold weather, the hedgehog must have time to hide in a shelter and fall into hibernation until spring. And for this, it needs to bring its weight to about 750 grams. Then there will be enough energy for the cold months
10-07-2024
Elbrus Resort Set to Undergo Major Upgrade by 2027
A significant milestone in the development of the Elbrus resort is expected in 2027. By this time, a new ski area will open, the number of cable cars will increase from three to nine, a modern service center will appear, as well as additional hotels and restaurants
10-07-2024
Moscow and Baku to Take Measures Amid Caspian Sea Drying Up
Russia and Azerbaijan have established a joint working group to address the issue of the Caspian Sea's decreasing water level
10-07-2024
Bolshoi Theatre Now Requires Named Tickets
The Bolshoi Theatre of Russia has announced via its Telegram channel that, starting from October 1, it will only be selling named tickets
10-04-2024
ROSA RUN: A Mountainous Running Festival
The annual ROSA RUN running festival will be held at Rosa Khutor