From clay to craft: The making of Thanh Ha pottery

Shaped by the hands of artisans, spun on the potter’s wheel and hardened in the glow of traditional kilns, each piece carries traces of time and generations of craftsmanship.

For centuries, clay and fire have been at the heart of life in Thanh Ha, preserving not only a traditional craft but also the cultural identity of Hoi An.

Behind every handmade piece lies the knowledge passed down through generations and the dedication of families who continue to make their living from the earth.

Amid the development of the heritage site, the Thanh Ha Pottery Village quietly tells the story of a traditional craft’s enduring vitality, with each piece carrying a part of Hoi An’s cultural soul shaped through earth and fire.