How to Plan a Day Trip to Kim Bong Carpentry Village - And Savour Ancient History
Hoi An heritage village is a must-visit when exploring Vietnam. Home to the Thu Bon River, the port city, an ancient trading post has many outside influences you can explore when touring the historic corner of Hoi An. One such is the Kim Bong Carpentry Village. Considered the birthplace of Hoi An’s traditional craftsmen, it is a culturally rich and well-preserved relic any culture buff will enjoy exploring. Learn more through this guide on how to plan a day trip to King Bong Carpentry Village. Dragfyre , Wood Carver Kim Bong , CC BY-SA 3.0 Learn About the Origins of Kim Bong Carpentry Village The original settlers of the Kim Bong village are people from the North Central and northern delta regions of Vietnam who decided to settle and set up the village in the 15 th century. Most of them were wandering wood craftsmen who set out seeking an income from their trade. The skilled craftsmen at first could barely make ends meet, until along the years they e...