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(QNO) - The My Son Cultural Heritage Management Board (Quang Nam province) has recently relocated the area of Cham brocade weaving demonstration to My Son Museum near Khe The bridge, offering visitors better access to this traditional craft.
At the new site, two Cham artisans from Ninh Thuan operate wooden looms, attracting many visitors who are eager to learn about the intricate weaving techniques and the cultural meanings behind the patterns and colours.
Artisan Ngu Thi Thuong Uyen said that visitors are warmly guided through the process, turning their interest into memorable hands-on experiences.
In addition to demonstration, artisans create finished products such as scarves, table runners, and souvenirs for sale.
Despite the use of simple traditional looms, Cham brocade features diverse and symmetrical motifs.
According to Ms. Uyen, there are over 30 patterns grouped into plant designs (lozenges, vines, beans, rice grains), animal designs (human figures, pigeon beads, turtle shells, lizards), objects (towers, box lids, saw teeth, anchors), and others (beads, bubbles, net).
Historically, these motifs not only served decorative purposes but also indicated the wearer’s social class, age, and status.
Today, Cham artisans create a wide range of practical items such as scarves, handbags, backpacks, and wallets, adding variety to the traditional craft.
Firstly launched nearly a decade ago along the path to towers E and F, the weaving area was moved to the museum in February 2025 to better serve visitors.
According to Nguyen Cong Khiet, Director of My Son Cultural Heritage Management Board, combining tangible and intangible heritage allows visitors to experience both Cham architecture and cultural traditions, creating deeper, more lasting impressions.