100-year-old traditional brocade weaving craft of Cham People in An Giang

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A Cham artisan in Chau Phong commune, An Giang province meticulously performs the steps of weaving brocade on a traditional hand loom. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
A Cham artisan in Chau Phong commune, An Giang province meticulously performs the steps of weaving brocade on a traditional hand loom. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
The craft of brocade weaving not only contributes to preserving the cultural identity of the Cham ethnic group but also becomes a distinctive tourism product of An Giang. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
A brocade weaving loom of the Cham people in An Giang province, which is over a hundred years old, is still preserved, contributing to the preservation of the traditional weaving craft. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
Mr. Mohamad, a local who preserves and develops the traditional brocade weaving craft, spins threads as part of his day. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
The colorful threads are skillfully woven by artisans to create patterns characteristic of Cham culture. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
Many households in Chau Phong combine preserving cultural heritage with developing community tourism, helping them generate stable incomes for families. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
Textile products from Chau Phong village such as scarves and traditional clothing are popular with tourists. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
100-year-old traditional brocade weaving craft of Cham People in An Giang
Along the tranquil Chau Doc River, the Cham village of Chau Phong (Chau Phong commune, An Giang province) still preserves a traditional brocade weaving craft that is over a hundred years old. From time-worn hand looms, Cham artisans diligently create vibrant brocade fabrics, deeply rooted in their ethnic cultural identity. Besides preserving the traditional craft, the villagers also create many products to serve tourism needs such as scarves, bags, clothing, and souvenirs. The combination of preserving cultural heritage with developing community tourism has helped the village attract visitors eager to observe the weaving process, learn about Cham traditions, and purchase handmade products directly from local artisans. This approach has helped generate stable incomes for families while encouraging younger generations to remain connected to their heritage. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang