Artisans in the village skillfully handcraft lanterns of diverse shapes and vibrant colors.
Creating hand-made lanterns involves several steps. Firstly, bamboo trees are carefully selected. Then, bamboo sticks are cut and shaped to construct sturdy frames. Next, plastic papers are meticulously painted to adorn and encase the frames. Finally, the lanterns are beautifully decorated, adding the finishing touches to these exquisite works of art.
The traditional lanterns using candles have a significant cultural value in Vietnamese culture, according to Artisan Nguyen Trong Thanh.
Adults and individuals with an appreciation for cultural and artistic values continue to hold a preference for them.
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| Stuffed bunny toys are attached to bamboo lanterns. |
Nguyen Trong Binh, a highly experienced craftsman with over five decades of expertise in the art of lantern making, has dedicated considerable effort towards both restoring traditional lanterns and safeguarding the time-honored craft.
The exquisite lanterns of Phu Binh are now available for purchase throughout Vietnam.
Luong Nhu Hoc Street, also referred to as the ‘Lantern Street’, located in District 5 of Ho Chi Minh City, draws in a multitude of visitors daily who are eager to admire and purchase lanterns.
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| A paper lantern |
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| Artisan Nguyen Trong Binh from Phu Binh lantern making village in District 11, Ho Chi Minh City makes a lantern for the 2023 Hue Lantern Festival in Thua Thien-Hue Province, central Vietnam |
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| An artisan prepares plastic paper, the main material for traditional lanterns. |
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| Two artisans decorate lanterns. |
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| Nguyen Thi Hong Anh, 26, the third generation of a lantern making family in Phu Binh. She learns how to make lanterns from her grandfather. |
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| A view of Luong Nhu Hoc Lantern Street in District 5, Ho Chi Minh City ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival |
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