Brocade weaving heritage promoted through community-based tourism in Nghe An

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Artisan Ha Thi Hang, head of the Xieng village brocade weaving cooperative in Mon Son commune, said diversifying products help bring brocade textiles to more visitors. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
In many villages in western Nghe An province, brocade weaving has been passed down through generations, producing textiles characteristic of the Thai ethnic group. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
Visitors can learn about the weaving process, explore traditional patterns, try weaving on a loom and choose souvenirs reflecting Thai culture. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
Traditional looms in Xieng village, Mon Son commune, help preserve Thai cultural heritage while adding to the appeal of community-based tourism. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
Traditional looms in Xieng village, Mon Son commune, help preserve Thai cultural heritage while adding to the appeal of community-based tourism. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
In many villages in western Nghe An, brocade weaving has been passed down through generations, producing textiles characteristic of the Thai ethnic group. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
In addition to traditional clothing, Thai artisans produce scarves, fabric bags, small purses, notebook covers and souvenirs, combining traditional patterns with changing consumer demand. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
In addition to traditional clothing, Thai artisans produce scarves, fabric bags, small purses, notebook covers and souvenirs, combining traditional patterns with changing consumer demand. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
Traditional brocade weaving uses materials such as cotton, flax, hemp and silk, with natural dyes extracted from leaves, tree bark and roots. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
Through weaving, women also learn about the meanings of patterns associated with Thai cultural life. (Photo: Bich Hue/VNA)
Brocade weaving heritage promoted through community-based tourism in Nghe An
The Thai ethnic brocade weaving craft in the central province of Nghe An has been recognised as a national intangible cultural heritage, creating new opportunities to preserve and promote traditional cultural values through community-based tourism.