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Making conical hat

Conical hat is one of the typical cultural symbols of Vietnam. It is a piece of jewelry that is not complicated and expensive but has a simple, rustic beauty like the soul of the Vietnamese people. Conical hats are made from simple and available materials such as palm leaves, conical leaves, bamboo, etc. Through the skillful hands of artisans, conical hats have become a symbol of many traditional craft villages in Vietnam for centuries.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Son Tay, Vietnam
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © Chim Oanh