I. Introduction to Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village in Hue
Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village is located in Phu Mau commune, Phu Vang district, about 7 km from Hue City Center. The village is situated on the southern bank of the Perfume River, near the Sinh confluence. You can reach the village by car, motorbike, bicycle, or boat along the river.
According to the villagers, Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village has existed for more than 300 years, since the Nguyen Dynasty. The village is famous for providing paper flowers to the royal court, and aristocracy as well as the worship and decoration needs of local people. Bougainvillea is considered a symbol of luxury, longevity, and prosperity.
II. History and preservation process of Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village
III. The process of creating paper flower products at Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village
The process of creating paper flower products at Thanh Tien Paper Flower Village is completely done manually, using locally available materials such as bamboo, cypress, and colored paper. The main steps are as follows:
First, artisans cut and split bamboo and cypress into thin, flexible strips, then dye and dry them to make flower stems and branches.
Second, artisans use iron chisels to punch colored paper into wooden flower molds, then use steel wire to create folds and lines of flower petals. They also made pistils from colored paper and glued them between the flowers.
Third, artisans graft paper flowers onto stems and branches and then arrange them into bundles or baskets depending on the customer’s preferences.
Artists can create many different types of flowers such as orchids, lilies, chrysanthemums, wall vines, and wild sunflowers. Among them, the most famous and special is the lotus, considered the national flower of Vietnam. Paper lotus flowers have been displayed in many festivals and events such as the Hue Festival, Ao Dai Festival, and cultural and art exchange programs.
IV. What does Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village have
1. Admire the artisans making paper flowers with your own eyes
You can watch artisans demonstrate their skills and techniques in making paper flowers and learn about the history and significance of this craft. You can also interact with them and ask them questions about their work and life.
2. Admire Thanh Tien Bougainvillea products from basic to sophisticated and sophisticated
You can admire paper flower products displayed at the village’s galleries, museums, and souvenir houses. You can see the diversity and beauty of paper flowers, from simple, rustic flowers to sophisticated, sophisticated flowers.
3. Learn how to make paper flowers at Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village
You can join a Tour to experience Hue traditional craft villages or a class to learn how to make paper flowers yourself under the guidance of artisans. You can choose the flower type, color, and size you like and then follow the steps to create your paper flower product. You can also take confetti home as a souvenir of your visit.
V. When should you visit Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village?
The best time to visit Thanh Tien paper flower village is in December (the 12th lunar month) when villagers are busy making paper flowers to celebrate the Lunar New Year. You can see the village blooming with colorful bougainvillea flowers everywhere. You can also feel the festive atmosphere and excitement of the villagers as they prepare for the most important occasion of the year.
VI. Ticket prices and opening hours
The entrance fee to Thanh Tien Bougainvillea Village is free.
The village is open from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm every day.
