Northern village famous for wood statue production
Friday, 28/08/2015 07:46 (GMT+7)
Bao Ha village, Vinh Bao district, Hai Phong City is very famous in Vietnam for wood carving products, mainly producing wood statues as it has developed over the past 500 years.
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Wood carving industry in Bao Ha village has a history of over 500 years. |
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The village has leading talented craftsmen in wood carving of the country. |
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Jack tree wood is often used to produce statues as the wood is pliable and also prevents wood eaters. |
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Craftsmen also produce water puppets. |
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At present, nearly 200 families with over 200 labourers in the village take part in wood carving and lacquer production. |
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Making the wood full of soul |
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Wood products in Bao Ha village are available in many provinces and cities across the country and are used for export. |
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The products which bring with them traditional cultural value are made from talented hands, the creativity of generations of craftsmen. |
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Bao Ha village has become an interesting destination for tourists to Hai Phong city. |