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Phu Lang, a traditional pottery village
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
Phu Lang, a traditional pottery village in Dai Lan, Que Vo, in northern BacNinhProvince creates pieces that capture the heart and
soul of Vietnam.
Phu Lang is a must-see for tourists who travel to BacNinhProvince to admire its natural
surroundings and ancient houses.
At the foot of the majestic SonMountain on the banks of the CauRiver, only 18 kilometers northeast of
BacNinhTown and 60 kilometers from Hanoi, the village is
known nationally and internationally for its handicrafts.
The village has been making pottery for 800 years since its patron Luu Phong Tu
taught the locals the techniques in the 13th century. About half the residents
produce clay pots, jars and a multitude of other clay products.