Hang Bac street and its age-old traditional craft
(VOV) Hang Bac street has long been famous for the making of gold and silver jewels. Despite the rapid pace of urbanization and changes in history, the street has been able to maintain this craft, which has been passed down from generation to generation.
Hang Bac street in the Old Quarter of Hanoi
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Hang Bac has long been famous for the making of gold and silver products
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Artisan Nguyen Chi Thanh
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Although their craft has been aided by modern machinery, local artisans prefer to use their own hands, which turn out sophisticated and unique products with diverse styles and forms.
Artisan Nguyen Chi Thanh has been involved in the job for 40 years
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Young artisan Anh Tuan - the craft has been passed down from generation to generation
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