Thanh Ha Pottery Village in Hoi An originated from Thanh Hoa. Formed and developed from the 15th century, Thanh Ha Pottery Village became a living museum providing valuable materials for scientists. Thanh Ha Pottery Village is located on the peaceful Thu Bon River, about 3 km west of the center of Hoi An city. The 16th – 17th century is considered the most glorious period of the pottery village, the pottery products of the village were used to advance the king. Through the fluctuations, ups and downs of history, the traditional profession here sometimes seemed to be forgotten. However, thanks to the heart and love of the profession of the artisans, the craft village still exists to this day, once again reviving the beauty, the soul of a traditional Vietnamese craft village.
Coming to Thanh Ha Pottery Village in Hoi An, you will feel like you are lost in a peaceful, rustic countryside. You will learn about the traditional pottery making process, from the stages of choosing soil, kneading, decorating, firing, to the stage of completing the product. You can also hand-knead your own unique pottery works, or buy gifts that bear the characteristic features of the pottery village, such as flower vases, plant pots, teapots, plates… You can also visit the Hoi An Ceramic Museum, where exhibits ceramic artifacts belonging to the Maritime Silk Road, a famous international trade route from the 9th to the 15th century.
Thanh Ha Pottery Village in Hoi An is not only a beautiful craft village, but also an ideal destination for tourists who want to explore and experience a part of the world cultural heritage. Thanh Ha Pottery Village in Hoi An is also a place for tourists to find meaningful gifts, bearing the characteristic features of Hoi An, such as lanterns, ceramics, silk, folk paintings… Thanh Ha Pottery Village in Hoi An is an indispensable destination when traveling to Hoi An, to enjoy happy and meaningful moments with family and friends.
