Tân Châu

Tan Chau village is famous for high-quality silk, made from natural materials with high technology and is considered the "Queen" of silk. This craft village is famous for its softness and beautiful silk, especially "My A" silk which is made with the best materials and elaborate processes, so its color never fades and is always bright.

Located in An Giang province, the village of Tân Châu is renowned for its high-quality silk weaving, particularly the production of My A silk. This silk is celebrated for its luxurious quality and distinctive black color, achieved through a meticulous dyeing process using “mặc nưa” berries. Clothes made from Tân Châu silk provide comfort and coolness in summer, as well as warmth in winter. The silk undergoes several challenging stages of production, with the dyeing process being particularly unique. The dye is derived from the natural fruit of the Diospyros mollis tree, known locally as “Mắc Nưa.”

Despite its age, Tân Châu silk retains its vibrant color. Made from natural silk threads, it features intricate traditional patterns. Vietnamese designers, especially those specializing in traditional fashion like the “Áo Dài,” take pride in Tân Châu silk as a premium fabric that highlights Vietnam’s cultural beauty.

The skilled weavers of Tân Châu have preserved their traditional techniques, ensuring the silk’s value and significance in modern life. Exploring this unique craft village will undoubtedly fulfill your expectations for a memorable journey. You can also enrich your knowledge about silk materials and the intricate manual processes involved in Tân Châu silk production.

Moreover, the serene landscapes of Tân Châu, including vast rice fields, coconut groves, canals, and rivers, offer a peaceful escape. Take a stroll through the lush rice paddies on Tân Châu Island, enjoying the fresh air, fragrant flowers, and tropical fruit trees.

Besides sightseeing, you can observe the daily activities in the local silk-making areas to enrich your knowledge about materials and the manual silk production process. We believe that skilled artisans working with sturdy weaving frames will allow you to fully appreciate the value of Tân Châu silk masterpieces.