Dong Ky, a traditional wood carving village located in Dong Quang Commune, Tien Son District, Bac Ninh Provice, about 25km from Ha Noi. People in Dong Ky village is known for their craftsmanship as they make carved hardwood furniture in both private and state-run workshops. At this wood carving village, you will be surprised at the beauty, quality and sophistication of the furniture made by “golden hands” of skilled craftsmen here.
Highlights:
- • Watch craftsmen in carved hardwood into furniture
- • Watch local pottery in the process of creating porcelain and ceramic arts.
- • Do temple
Itinerary
- • Head to Dong Ky village where your tour guide will tell you the history of the village before it was known for wood carving craftsmanship and how it became the Dong Ky village of today.
- • Stop at Do temple in Dinh Bang village, an area known for its religious and cultural traditions. The temple was established to commemorate the 8 kings of Ly Dynasty. Surrounding the northern pagoda is a green garden covered in tall trees.
- • Visit Bat Trang village situated on the other side of the Red River. Bat Trang ancient village is famous for its high quality and creative ceramic and pottery products.
- • Return to Ha Noi