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Forget the conventional pottery experience at Bát Tràng. Now, it's all about capturing playful moments through the lens. Witness the charm of a completely transformed Bát Tràng, where every nook and cranny becomes unexpectedly quaint and charming.
Nestled along the banks of the serene Red River in Gia Lâm district (on the outskirts of Hanoi), Bát Tràng stands as Vietnam's ancient and most renowned pottery village. Just over 10km from the heart of Hanoi, the pottery village has always been an intriguing destination for young travelers.
While people often associate this place with ceramics, traditional markets, and the joy of pottery crafting for souvenirs, trendy youths are gradually transforming the familiar alleys of this century-old pottery village into picturesque locations for stunning photos.
Every nook of Bát Tràng carries the traces of time, exuding a nostalgic, antique charm with an added touch of mystery, making it exceptionally captivating. Here, choosing a pleasing background is effortless, from moss-covered old walls and charming flower-lined alleys to doorstep gradients bathed in sunlight—all ideal for your 'virtual living' endeavors.
One of the most cherished photo spots in Bát Tràng undoubtedly includes the pottery market and various ceramic shops. The petite, diverse, and colorful ceramics create enchanting pictures. Walls adorned with raw clay pottery, coated with exquisite glaze and delicately suspended, also make for a fascinating photo corner.
What could be better than staying within the city limits and still having numerous backgrounds that, with just a lift of your camera, produce photos that are super chic and artsy?
If photography isn't your forte, Bát Tràng offers various alternatives. It would be a missed opportunity not to bring home handmade ceramic masterpieces crafted by your own hands.
Experience the sensation of being a ceramic artisan at an incredibly low cost—just 10,000 VND per person lets you shape your preferred forms. If you're unsure, skilled artisans are available to guide you. To take home the products you've crafted, it only costs an additional 40 – 60k VND per item for firing.
Beyond the primary pottery focus, Bát Tràng offers a chance to indulge in other unique delicacies such as the exclusive Bát Tràng squid ink bamboo shoot soup, along with noodles, pho vermicelli, and delightful snacks like hot rice cakes, cassava cakes, and sugarcane juice.
With just a day's escape to Bát Tràng, you not only obtain a stunning photo album but also adorable souvenirs. If long-distance travel isn't in your plans, why not bring a breath of fresh air to seemingly old places that still hold many discoveries?
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