The Hoi An City People's Committee has approved a plan to develop craftand tourism in Kim Bong carpentry village, which is famous for itsskilled carpenters and beautiful carpentry products.
The citywill set up groups that provide tourism information, tourist guides, andeatery and homestay services, and showcase the work of carpenters fortourists.
The city will also create new tours, including one thatenables visitors to see Kim Bong artisans in action and allow homestayat the village.
Located in the downstream area of the Thu BonRiver in Cam Kim commune, Kim Bong's carpentry focuses on ancientarchitecture, wooden furniture, and shipbuilding.
It is considered a combination of the carpentry styles of the Cham, Chinese and Japanese.
Carpentryin the village began in the 15th century and developed in late 16thcentury before peaking in the 18th century, thanks to the growth of HoiAn Port.
In recent years the city People's Committee hasdeveloped infrastructure in the village, building the village gate,roads, a wharf and a product exhibition house to attract tourists.-VNA
The citywill set up groups that provide tourism information, tourist guides, andeatery and homestay services, and showcase the work of carpenters fortourists.
The city will also create new tours, including one thatenables visitors to see Kim Bong artisans in action and allow homestayat the village.
Located in the downstream area of the Thu BonRiver in Cam Kim commune, Kim Bong's carpentry focuses on ancientarchitecture, wooden furniture, and shipbuilding.
It is considered a combination of the carpentry styles of the Cham, Chinese and Japanese.
Carpentryin the village began in the 15th century and developed in late 16thcentury before peaking in the 18th century, thanks to the growth of HoiAn Port.
In recent years the city People's Committee hasdeveloped infrastructure in the village, building the village gate,roads, a wharf and a product exhibition house to attract tourists.-VNA
