Head 15 kilometres east from Ha Noi to Bat Trang Village, known for its fine ceramics. Upon arrival, you can stroll through the narrow alleys of this ancient village and observe locals crafting their products. Visit houses that serve as workshops and showrooms, allowing you to admire a diverse selection of ceramic items, rich in style and variety.
After exploring Bat Trang, you will head to Dong Ho Village, famous for its traditional folk paintings. Each painting is hand-printed using an ancient technique, with materials naturally sourced from local plants. You will spend time in an artist’s house, learning about the creative process behind these unique works.
Next, you will enjoy lunch before visiting But Thap Pagoda, one of the oldest in Vietnam, and recognized as the country’s first Buddhist centre. This pagoda is celebrated for its stunning wood carvings and sculptures, including the famous statues of Tay Thien Dong and the Buddha with a thousand hands and eyes, regarded as masterpieces of 17th-century woodcarving.
After the visit, you will return to Ha Noi, concluding a day full of cultural and artistic discovery.
