Visit Silk

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Explore the peaceful countryside of Phnom Penh by bicycle where you’ll encounter experience with the real life of local people, mango plantations, lemongrass farms, Khmer sedge mat weaving village and silk weaving workshop of the Mekong River. This moderate biking adventure is for those who love cycling and able to manage from 25km to 30km distance through the flat terrains of the Mekong Island. After we cycle through the countryside, farmland and paddy rice field plus the natural lake that included the lotus farm, we continue to the handicraft village where you’ll learn more about Khmer silk weaving and enjoy the local lunch with them. A final we have a short ride to the ferry and get on our supported vehicle back to your hotel. This leisurely discover of Phnom Penh countryside, offering the chance of real-life local experience in Cambodia.

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We explore the local villages on the Mekong Island and learn about their lifestyle as much as the silk weaving that it is the main job for them after the farming or fishing. With this Tuk Tuk tour, we also visit the local market, some of the local business that they produce bean curt for sale and visit the farmland where the farmer growing ginners, cucumbers, eggplants, lemongrass, corn, banana, papaya and mango etc. For lip up the tour, we visit silk weaving workshop & sedge mat weaving and learn how they make it before we go to visit the Buddha temple and lean more about religion in Cambodia and enjoy local lunch at the river view floating restaurant with a relaxing on the hammock before we back to Phnom Penh.

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Marvel at the breathtaking frescoes of San Nicolás, the Valencian Sistine Chapel. Embark on a journey from east to west with a visit to the Silk Museum and get to know the great influence, during more than five centuries, of the silk in Valencia´s history. Discover one of the foundational parishes of Valencia, Santos Juanes, next to the central market.

The popularity of Thai silk mainly comes from the tireless efforts of James Thompson, a self-made American entrepreneur and founder of the renowned Jim Thompson Thai Silk Company. His legacy continues at his beautiful house, filled with art and antiques. • Get to know the history of Thai silk in a stunning setting; • Be mesmerized by the history behind Jim Thompson; • Enjoy the serene garden settings in downtown Bangkok; • Be guided by a true Jim Thompson expert; • Return transfers from and to the hotel are included

Our Lanterns are made of silk and bamboo and come in many shapes such as lotus, diamond, sunrise, sunset. We provide the bamboo that forms the base of your frame; you do the rest. Your instructor will show you how to make your lantern from the first to the last step and how to make your own Hoi An lantern. We provide beautiful silk so that you can choose your own color pattern, and design. Take this interesting course in lantern making from a helpful professional. Once completed, these lanterns are easy to fold, carry, or put in your luggage. Take an original, enjoyable, hand-made souvenir home from your visit to Hoi An. Second one, you will process of making silk, hand embroidery products…and try local coffee… We will welcome you at Viettown workshop Address: 127 Phan Chu Trinh, Hoi An

Experience the charm of Hoi An Silk Village on this immersive tour! Begin with a refreshing welcome drink before exploring ancient mulberry gardens filled with centuries-old trees. Learn about sericulture by feeding silkworms and unraveling cocoons. Discover traditional textile-making techniques and the artistry of Champa handicrafts. Finally, visit the showroom to admire exquisite silk products, concluding your adventure with a delightful snack in the serene mulberry garden. Experience Highlights: Welcome Drink: Relax with a refreshing drink upon arrival at Hoi An Silk Village. Mulberry Gardens: Explore ancient gardens filled with centuries-old mulberry trees. Silkworm Feeding: Experience feeding silkworms and unraveling cocoons using traditional methods. Silk Weaving: Discover the art of traditional textile-making and Champa handicrafts.

A great afternoon cycling trip to silk island from Phnom Penh via ferry. It was a very eye opening experience to see traditional life in the countryside, spend time away from the city in a very enjoyable and relaxing way and get to ride your bike on the cycle track alongside the river, across the villages, temples and plantations. Throughout this cycling journey we also have a chance to connect with a local artisant when we visit the traditional silk weaving workshop and experience with friendly local people, kinds and enjoy tropical fruit and water. A final, we cycle through silk island and learn more about religion in Cambodia when we visit Buddha temple and explore the island when the sun goes down and then we take a tuk tuk back to Phnom Penh.

We offer visitors an opportunity to interact with locals, including the silk weavers and coffee farmers, who share their knowledge and expertise about their traditional crafts and practices. Visitors can learn about the cultivation and harvesting process of coffee beans, witness the production process of silk weaving, and even taste different types of coffee. The tour also includes a visit to a rice wine distillery, where visitors can observe the traditional manual method of making this quintessential ethnic alcohol. The tour guide is also qualified and experienced, providing useful and accurate information about the history, culture, and traditions of the places visited. The tour program is not too long, making it suitable for all types of visitors, especially those who are experiencing this service for the first time.

This is authentic experience with a vintage jeep. Explore Cambodia countryside and ways of life. Enjoy scenic ride in a vintage jeep, passing through villages, typical houses, Buddhist temples and green rice paddy fields. We also stop to interact with locals and see their daily activities, etc… Itinerary: – Visit War Museum – Buddhist temple or pagoda – See locals make rice noodles, bamboo sticky rice, weave baskets – Visit silk farm, see the process of how silk is traditionally made by hands.

Hoi An silk village is one of many famous craft villages in Hoi An and producing plenty types of good quality silk. On this tour, visitors can gain a deeper knowledge of the history and traditional silk making process. Additionally, visitors will be shown the life cycle of silkworms in action. Guests will then be shown how cocoons are transformed into silk thread and how the silk is treated and refined to become ready for clothing

Hoi An was once the “Silk hub” of Quang Nam province and the silk industry employed thousands of residents. The final silk products were shipped by “Silk sea road” to Europe and Asia. Our Village was once home to dozens of artisan craftsmen, working in the production of manufacturing and weaving luxurious silk products using safely silkworms.

Dunhuang city locates at the west point of Hexi Corridor which is a very important section of ancient Silk Road. Due to the Mogao Grottoes and the Crescent Lake & Singing Sand Mountain, this small city is listed a world famous cultural tourist destination. In history, the prosperity of Silk Road brought the city bustling business and vigorous culture exchange, especially the Buddhist culture. This private day tour will show you the essence of Dunhuang city.

Explore the meandering Mekong delta and stop at authentic craft stores on this Tuk Tuk tour of Cambodia’s Silk Island. Discover beautiful rice paddy farmlands, idyllic countryside and quaint traditional Cambodian villages – famed for their lemongrass, banana plant, ginger and corn pastures, and visit silk weaving houses where you’ll have a chance to by a scarf you can see made the old fashioned way by hand. See local artisans at work and enjoy a glimpse into local working life Visit an authentic Buddhist temple for a full view of Cambodian life

Located only about a kilometer away from Hoi An Ancient Town's bustling center, the Hoi An Silk Village breathes new life into the 300 year-old history of the Maritime Silk Road. The Village is surrounded by verdant mulberry gardens, lotus ponds and horticulture farms. Paths wind through the gardens and ancient houses, built in typical Quang Nam architecture, providing a serene atmosphere that carries you to the days of old.  The Village employs a dozen artisans that manufacture and weave silk into various garments and tapestries using ancient looms. Beyond discovering the ancient silk manufacturing process, visitors are also welcome to enjoy our restaurant and tailor showroom.

The half day trip takes you passing Cambodia charming countryside dotting with palm trees, cows, water buffalos and farming activities before reaching the boat pier at Mechrey village. The boat trip greatly cruises along the canal leading to the less touristy Mechrey floating community in the impressive Tonle Sap whose daily life animated by fishing/trading activities on their rowing boats and learn how life relies on aquatic resources and along way return to Siem Reap ,Puok Silk Farm is available if you want to make a visit ( no additional charge) PLEASE KINDLY NOTE: Dry season water is shallow but you still can take Boat trip and see everything. Special Information to be note , the boat ticket is not inclusive with the trip and you will pay yourselves and your paid boat ticket is so kinds and helpful to poor community in the floating village.

All travelers will visiting traditional Silk Weaving ,Rural Life , Scenic Beauty ,Cultural Immersion ! Silk Island, also known as Koh Dach Located on the Mekong River, this island offers a glimpse into traditional Cambodian life and is famous for its silk weaving industry. Here are some of the attractions that make Silk Island a must-visit destination: * Traditional Silk Weaving: Witness the intricate process of silk production, from silkworm farming to hand-weaving on wooden looms. You can even try your hand at weaving and purchase authentic silk products directly from the artisans. *Rural Life: Explore the island's charming villages, where you can observe local life, visit farms, and see how people live in harmony with nature. *Scenic Beauty: Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and picturesque landscapes of rice paddies, vegetable gardens, and fruit orchards. *Cultural Immersion: Visit local pagodas and schools to learn about Cambodian culture and traditions.

Silk Island is located just 15km north of Phnom Penh, known locally as Koh Dach. you will explore the villages by bicycle , with plenty of opportunities to engage in conversation with the local community. The island covers about 10 hectares and fruit orchards, paddy fields, vegetable farms and of course silk production centers can be visited.

In this day trip from Kolkata, you will discover the medieval terracotta temples of the 17th century Malla Kingdom. Next in line is a magical experience of Baluchari silk saree weaving at Bishnupur. We will also meet the legendary silk weavers who will demonstrate the intricate art of weaving silk sarees with the ‘Ramayana’ scenes woven all over the saree border.

A day tour is through the areas of Ramanagara and Channapatna, two towns near Bangalore famous for their cottage industries. The Culture tour aims to take a visitor on a Silk route – from the humble silkworms, their cocoons to the markets & factories – in an effort to show the process and the diverse people behind the silk industry of South India. Do you know India produces 20% of the world’s silk? (Of course, no guesses on who is the world’s largest producer of silk). We journey onwards to Channapatna, learn about the communities that live here and their famous handicrafts livelihood. We will visit the toys’ factories and the shops as we learn about how these colourful wooden toys are created, its journey across the changing times and the modern interpretations. Apart from the industries, We will visit a quaint and a beautiful Sufi Dargah, a centuries old temple and return to Bangalore by evening.

The Mysore Silk tour from Bangalore takes us back to 1792 when the story of Mysore Silk commences with setting up of silk worm breeding stations by Tipu Sultan. In 1912 Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV sets up the Mysore Silk Weaving factory to kick start the industrial production of Mysore Silk. We will visit Asia’s largest silk cocoon auction market, the Mysore Silk weaving factory, the Mysore Palace and an ancient bazaar. This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.