Phu Binh Lantern Village
Phu Binh Lantern Village has been famous in Ho Chi Minh City for over half a century. Originally from Bac Co village in Nam Dinh province, lantern-making artisans moved south and passed down their craft through generations, creating what is now Phu Binh Lantern Village.
Once a bustling village with hundreds of families making lanterns, only about 10 families continue this traditional craft today due to changes in modern life.
Address: District 11, Ho Chi Minh City

An Hoi Bronze Casting Village
An Hoi Bronze Casting Village is located on Nguyen Van Cung Street in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, with several scattered shops. Originally, there were over ten households practicing the craft, but now only four families continue this tradition. From early December, these families work tirelessly to fulfill orders in time for the upcoming New Year.
In Vietnamese spiritual culture, metal represents success, and the color gold symbolizes prosperity. Combining these elements, bronze incense burners are highly valued and have become an essential item for ancestral altars. During Tet (Lunar New Year) or other important ceremonies, a shiny bronze incense burner on the altar signifies the wealth and prosperity of the household.
Address: Nguyen Van Cung, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City

Le Minh Xuan Incense Village
Le Minh Xuan Incense Village is renowned in Ho Chi Minh City for its traditional incense making. Despite the passage of time, this village continues to produce high-quality incense.
For nearly 100 years, Le Minh Xuan has been a major producer and supplier of incense in the southern region. Over the years, the number of families dedicated to this craft has dwindled. Mr. Bay, an incense maker in the village, laments, “Nowadays, only the older folks stick to this trade. The younger generation isn’t interested because it’s hard work, and the earnings are meager.”
Address: Le Minh Xuan, Binh Chanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Thai My Bamboo Weaving Village
For over 100 years, Thai My Bamboo Weaving Village in Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City, has been well-known for its craftsmanship. This village is considered the birthplace of bamboo and rattan products. At its peak, the village had over 100 households and thousands of skilled workers creating woven products from bamboo and rattan.
Address: Thai My, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City

Ly Nhon Salt Village
Can Gio is the only district in Ho Chi Minh City that borders the sea. Visitors come here to explore Monkey Island, visit the mangrove forest ecosystem, and enjoy seafood.
Additionally, many tourists are fascinated by the white salt fields during the harvest season. Among these, Ly Nhon Salt Village is one of the most popular spots for visitors during their tour to Can Gio.
Address: Ly Nhon, Can Gio District, Ho Chi Minh City

Phu Hoa Dong Rice Paper Village
Phu Hoa Dong Rice Paper Village, located in Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City, is surrounded on three sides by the Saigon River and Láng The Canal. With over 700 hectares of rice fields and an abundant supply of fresh water, the villagers often have surplus rice. To make use of the excess rice, the locals started making various products such as rice noodles, banh xeo (Vietnamese pancakes), and rice paper.
The rice paper-making craft has since spread to many households in the village. Using the surplus rice to make rice paper has added value to the rice and improved the quality of life for the villagers.
Cu Chi’s Phu Hoa Dong Rice Paper Village offers visitors a glimpse into traditional Vietnamese rice paper making. The nearly 100-year-old craft is threatened by modernization and low incomes, leading younger generations to seek other jobs. Despite these challenges, the village remains a cultural gem, showcasing the meticulous process of rice paper production and providing a unique cultural experience for tourists during their Cu Chi Tunnel Tour.
Address: Phu Hoa Dong, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City
If you want to learn more about the Phu Hoa Dong Rice Paper Village’s story, check this article:
Rice Paper Village: A place in Cu Chi that may disappear soon in the future

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