Nha Xa Silk Village

As one of the oldest traditional silk villages in Vietnam, Nha Xa Silk Village has been formed and developed since the late 13th century, early 14th century. The village of Nha Xa is located peacefully by the Red River, right at the foot of Yen Lenh Bridge, in Moc Nam Commune, Duy Tien District, Ha Nam Province. The soul of silk in this rural village has grown over generations, and today it has expanded beyond the village's bamboo fences, conquering most major markets at home and abroad.
 

According to legend, in ancient times, there was a general from the Tran Dynasty named Nhan Hue Vuong - Tran Khanh Du. He led an army to defeat the Mongols and, upon seeing the peacefulness and good land of this place, he returned and taught the local people how to grow mulberry, raise silkworms, and weave silk.
 

There is a local saying, "Nha Xa Silk, Fish from Lanh River," which refers to the high - quality silk products of Nha Xa that are not only beautiful and smooth but also durable. It is for this reason that traders have spread the word and come in increasing numbers. There have even been times when silk carriers were hired from the village to transport silk on boats along the Red River to the capital city or nearby regions. Thus, Nha Xa Silk has gained a well - deserved reputation.
 

Throughout its historical ups and downs, the craft of Nha Xa silk weaving has undergone improvements in various stages and techniques. As a result, many new products have been introduced, such as silk fabric, scarves, spun silk, flower - patterned silk, linen, etc., with high - quality and attractive designs that are favored by consumers. Additionally, with the adoption of advanced technology and machinery gradually replacing manual labor, the villagers are now able to weave large - sized fabrics according to their preferences, whereas in the past, they could only weave fabrics with a width of 30cm using traditional techniques. Consequently, silk products catering to tourists have been created, including Ao Dai (Vietnamese traditional dress), scarves, neckties, mulberry silk strawberry - patterned scarves, embroidered silk bedspreads and pillows with flower patterns, embroidered silk bedspreads and pillows with shiny patterns, silk bags, wallets, backpacks, etc. These products serve the needs of customers.

Moreover, Nha Xa Silk Village is the first place to utilize natural materials such as brown roots, ant wings, palm leaves, betel leaves, etc., for dyeing silk. Therefore, Nha Xa's silk products have their own distinctive features, characterized by a simple and elegant color scheme and long - lasting beauty over time.

Having existed and developed for nearly 700 years, the craft of Nha Xa silk weaving has been deeply ingrained in the lives of the local people, playing a significant role in the social fabric and carrying numerous historical, cultural, and artistic values.
 

When visiting Nha Xa Silk Village, stepping onto the well - paved village road, visitors not only immerse themselves in the distinctive scenery imbued with the rustic charm of the Northern Delta region but also witness the blend of French - style ancient villas and feast their eyes on thousands of vibrant silk fabrics. Here, visitors can also experience a lively atmosphere filled with the sounds of weaving machines and looms, creating a delightful auditory experience. Alternatively, visitors can indulge in the hands - on experience of dyeing fabrics in any color of their choice. This undoubtedly offers a memorable and fascinating experience, contributing to the completeness of the exploration of Ha Nam.

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