Chiang Mai Trip Overview
Being the birthplace of Thai handicraft, a visit to the various Chiang Mai galleries and factories where ordinary daily household and decorative items are crafted, painted and displayed is a must and Chiang Mai’s San Kamphaeng is the centre of it all.
• Visit the factories and galleries of some of Chiang Mai’s most famous forms of handicraft
• See skilled artists at work in creating silverware items, lacquerware of admire the intricate details of umbrella painting
• The chance to buy some of the amazing work to bring back home
Additional Info
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
Being the birthplace of Thai handicraft, a visit to the various Chiang Mai galleries and factories where ordinary daily household and decorative items are crafted, painted and displayed is a must and Chiang Mai’s San Kamphaeng is the centre of it all.
• Visit the factories and galleries of some of Chiang Mai’s most famous forms of handicraft
• See skilled artists at work in creating silverware items, lacquerware of admire the intricate details of umbrella painting
• The chance to buy some of the amazing work to bring back home
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sa Paper & Umbrella Handicraft Center, 99/16 Baan Nongkong, Sankampaeng Rd., Chiang Mai Thailand
This is the area where handicrafts are produced, and visitors are always welcome to watch the production. You can watch the full steps of the production of famous Thai handicraft such the famous Thai silk, umbrella making, celadon ceramics and silverware, just to name a few themed workshops. A great variety of artisans and workshops along one long main street where even the most modest shopping and art enthusiast will enjoy wandering around.
We have chosen some of the finest workshops and handicraft factories around to browse, watch, try and buy locally made handicraft. Industries that will pass the revue touch the very heart of the Thai handicraft industry. While silk weaving has long been an outstanding example of Thai culture, the umbrella-making industry has long been a colourful favourite. Visitors can get an up-and-close view of how umbrellas are made as well have the chance to purchase them.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: San Kamphaeng, San Kamphaeng
Skilled craftsmen transform teakwood with the help of simple tools into elegant furniture with delicate carvings. Also fascinating to watch is the production of lacquerware where even eggshells are used to achieve unusual designs. For generations, families have mastered and transferred the finer art of the well-known Celadon Ceramics. The art of making these exquisite ceramics is modelled on Sawankhalok pottery, dating back to the Sukhothai period. Then make a stop to observe the intricacies of lacquer-ware and silverware before returning to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
