Making Thanh Tien Paper Flowers - A Traditional Cultural Feature of Hue's Spring Season

Thanh Tien paper flowers are characterized by their unique shapes and delicate colors, handcrafted from art paper and notably "dó" paper. Artisans in Thanh Tien village are not only skilled in creating artistic paper flowers but also in preserving and passing down the secrets of traditional craftsmanship from generation to generation.

Every day, Thanh Tien's paper flower craft village in Hue attracts numerous tourists and art enthusiasts. Visitors not only admire the beauty of the paper flowers but also have the opportunity to experience the traditional handmade process guided by the village artisans.

"Green, red, yellow hues abound,
As Tet draws near, the village resounds.

With the arrival of Tet, Thanh Tien paper flower village in Hue springs to life like never before. Throughout the village streets, the atmosphere becomes jubilant and lively, witnessing the joyful and enthusiastic scenes of people of all ages coming together to passionately create delicate, multicolored paper flowers. Artisans, with nimble hands and a fervent love for their craft, work in workshops where they not only guide the younger generation but also share ideas and techniques to continuously enhance the aesthetic appeal of these seemingly simple yet deeply traditional paper flowers. It's not just the master artisans, but also the enthusiastic participation of youth and children that makes each Tet season in Thanh Tien a lively celebration, where the entire village comes together to create paper flowers with joy and vibrancy."

Every step of the process in making paper flowers, from cutting paper, layering colors, to shaping and assembling, is carried out with dedication and high technique. Each Thanh Tien paper flower product is not just an artwork but also embodies the dedication and passion of the creators. Throughout the craft village, the sound of rustling paper, laughter, and folk songs create a unique melody, contributing to the vibrant, warm, and deeply traditional atmosphere of Tet in Thanh Tien and Hue.

The Thanh Tien paper flower craft village not only plays a significant role in the local economic development but also serves as an endless source of inspiration for art enthusiasts and tourists seeking to explore Vietnam's traditional culture. It is not just a place for producing paper flowers but also a living symbol of uniqueness and sophistication, adding vibrancy and charm to the historic land of Hue.

* Directions:

- Thanh Tien Paper Flower Village is located along the southern bank of the Perfume River, about 7 km from the city center of Hue. To reach Thanh Tien Paper Flower Village from the city center, pass through Dong Ba Market, then proceed along Huynh Thuc Khang Street for approximately 5 km until you reach Bao Vinh Ancient Town. Take a ferry to the opposite bank - Tien Non Village, and walk another 1 km to reach the destination.

- If you're coming from Le Loi Street, cross Da Vien Bridge and head straight along Nguyen Sinh Cung Street until you reach La Y Dam Street. Continue straight for about 5 km, and you will see the entrance to Thanh Tien village.

* Prices of Thanh Tien Paper Flowers in Hue: The price of each paper flower varies depending on the number of branches (from 60 to 200 branches), ranging from 300,000 VND to 1,200,000 VND per flower.

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The article includes images from the following authors: Hoang Phuoc, Dang Tuyen, Hoang Hai, Nhat Binh, Tan Thanh, Duc Hieu