Arouse the vitality of traditional trade villages through the form of tourism
Online visitors - In this August, visitors to Hanoi will have the opportunity to experience the traditional village space in the old town. This combination of cultural tourism is not a new form, but the management of Hanoi Old Quarter brings traditional villages into the old town to attract and promote tourists about customs, The culture of the faith of the old Hanoi is still received the support and appreciation from the tourists themselves.
"Old job" attractive "people now"
Although it has been opened since the end of July, traditional handicraft sites are Kim Ngan (42-44 Hang Bac), Dong Lac (38 Hang Dao) and Heritage House (87 Ma). Clouds always attracts a large number of tourists.
Visitors come here a lot, including both domestic and foreign tourists. Everyone is excited to learn about the traditional Vietnamese craft.
In Kim Ngan communal house, where showcasing and introducing exquisite bamboo and rattan products of Phu Vinh trade village such as: paintings, statues, photo frames, trays, plates, flower vases ..., many visitors are impressed by the Skilful talent of artisans. Mrs Minh Ngoc (Ho Chi Minh City visitor) said: "This is the first time I have seen such sophisticated bamboo and rattan products. I am very impressed with the artisans who use their efforts and talents to blow the soul into the product. This tour of Hanoi really meaning for me.
The exquisite bamboo and rattan products displayed at Dinh Kim Ngan, in the old space is a highlight for tourists.
Also in Dong Lac, visitors learn about the craft and products of Nhi Khe trade village (Thuong Tin district). The 87 Ma May heritage house introduces lacquer art. It can be said that the unique characteristics of the village has helped visitors understand more about the profession
One Malaysian tourist said, "This is my first time to Hanoi. I am very excited to discover the traditional village on the old town. The products displayed here are very beautiful, unique and unique. I will definitely buy some of the same products that were displayed as gifts to my friends when I returned home. "
Need long-term development
With the good news that the products of the traditional craft villages were displayed attracted many tourists to visit, learn; Artisans of traditional craft villages are hoping that the introduction of traditional craft products closer to domestic and international tourists will be a new development direction for preserving, preserving and developing the traditional trade. The system is being lost in a new era.
This October, the traditional village tourism festival in Hanoi and the Red River Delta provinces in 2013 will take place from 9 to 12-10, in Hanoi, with the participation of about 400 booths. With the theme "Conquering quintessential traditional craft villages of the Red River", the event of Hanoi Traditional Craft Village Festival will promote the brand and traditional craft villages while preserving and developing handicrafts. as well as traditional localities in the Red River Delta. According to the organizers, in the framework of the Festival, in addition to display products traditional village tourism; introducing programs, products, souvenirs; There will also be many folk cultural activities such as water puppet show, puppet show, calligraphy, ca tru ... Besides, the discussion on "The real situation and solutions for development trade villages, traditional trade streets of Hanoi "will also be organized with the participation of scientists, managers, artisans, tour operators, import-export enterprises. handicrafts and some international organizations.
Obviously, bringing tourism as a bridge to preserve and develop traditional crafts is not a bad way to do it. With the proper investment, the enthusiastic participation of artisans in traditional craft villages from all over the country, this will be a long-term and sustainable development for traditional crafts.
