LAOS – Xieng Khuang – Mulberries Silk Farm

Description

Mulberry Lao Silkworm Handicrafts works to improve the livelihood of the local people, preserving silk weaving as an important part of Laos’ environmental, cultural and artistic heritage, and safeguarding it for the future. On this mulberry farm all 26 steps of silk production, from silkworm to the actual handicrafts, are on display. There is also a chance to walk around the area and look over the shoulder of the various producers involved in the process, then to even watch the silkworm breeding process, the natural dying processes, as well as actual weaving.

Can be combined with

Thematic Leisure

• Xieng Khouang – Visit the Plain of Jars and Muang Khoun

Selling points

• A good time filler if there is some extra time in between the visit to the Plain of Jars.
• An interesting addition for those who are interested in textiles and handicrafts.
• It can be done as a morning visit before departure from Phonsavan.

Time And Transportation

Duration

• 1-2 hours

Min pax

1

Max pax

20

How to sell it

• A morning visit before leaving Xieng Khouang area.
• For those who want to see the real and traditional silk in Laos.
• To learn more about mulberries silk farm.

Why this activity

• To learn about the process of silk fabrication.
• Developed as a time filler activity.

Good to combine with

• Please arrange as a free time visit during stay in Xieng khuang Plain of Jars or before departure. Duration around 1-2 hour
• If clients do visit the workshop on Mulberry Farm they can see all the 26 steps from a silkworm to the actual handicraft. This can take up to a half day depending on the level of interest.
• It can also be combined with other time filler activities such as a visit the the Provincial Museum or the MAG/UXO Centers.

Do not combine with

• The full day visit of the Plain of Jars and Muang Khoun

Market suggestion

Pros

• Easy to reach by minivan or bus to the Mulberries farm.
• Suitable for people interested in silk cultivating and the production process of products from Mulberries.
• It is an inexpensive visit with just a donation provided by Easia.

Cons

• Outside activities, subject to the weather (too hot, cold, rainy etc.)
• Could be a bit “too long” for young children or older customers, because if clients visit the workshop on the Mulberry Farm they will see all the 26 steps from a silkworm to the actual handicraft.
• Always do with tour guide for explanation because the mulberries is a many and intricate step process. The Local Guide on Mulberries Farm does not have sufficient English to explain all the steps well.

Information

• Sunday closed, Mon-Sat: 07:30 to 16:00

Price range

$

Quotation guideline

ERP:

• Xieng Khouang > Activities > Entrance Fees in Xieng Khouang > Mulberry Farm

Inclusion

• Local Guide
• Mulberry tea

Exclusion

• Transfer fee
• Meals
• Guide

Important notes

• Easia provides a donation.
• This activity can be booked direct with Mulberries Farm at Xieng Khouang.
• Sunday closed, Mon -Sar: 07:30 to 16:00

Special Guide notes

• The guide should work hard to ensure the clients get the most of the visit. Do not just rely on the local guide as their English is limited.

Contact

• Tel: +856(61)213 362

English

Mulberry Farm

At the Mulberry Farm, you will have the chance to see all 26 steps of silk making, starting with the silkworm all the way through to the actual finished products. Be sure to walk around the farm and silk production areas, where you can look over the shoulder of the various producers involved in the process. You’ll discover silkworm breeding, the natural dying process, as well as the actual weaving – a mesmerizing process, and a great experience for culture-lovers!

French

La ferme aux mûriers

Vous découvrirez à la ferme aux mûriers les 26 étapes de fabrication de la soie, du ver à soie jusqu’au produit artisanal final. Vous pourrez vous promener et regarder par-dessus l’épaule des artisans pour observer l’évolution du processus. Vous découvrirez l’élevage des vers à soie, les procédés naturels de teinture ainsi que le tissage.

Spanish

Granja Mulberry

En la Granja Mulberry, descubrirá las 26 etapas del proceso de creación de seda desde los gusanos de seda hasta los productos artesanales hechos con ella. Dé una vuelta por el área y descubra el trabajo de varios productores. Tendrá la oportunidad de ver como se reproducen los gusanos de seda, la técnica de teñido natural con del tejido.

Italian

Mulberry Farm

Presso questa coltivazione di gelso, potrete assistere a tutti i 26 passaggi necessari per produrre la seta. Curiosando qua e là per le vie del villaggio, potrete scorgere gli artigiani intenti nelle varie procedure: dall’allevamento del baco da seta, fino al prodotto artigianale fatto e finito, passando per il processo di tintura e quello della vera e propria tessitura.

German

Maulbeeren-Farm

Auf der Maulbeeren-Farm können Sie alle 26 Stufen der Seidenherstellung sehen – beginnend bei der Seidenraupe bis hin zum fertigen Handarbeitsprodukt. Spazieren Sie durch das Areal und schauen Sie den verschiedenen, in den Herstellungsprozess involvierten Produzenten bei der Arbeit über die Schulter. Sie werden die Seidenraupenzucht sowie den natürlichen Färbeprozess kennenlernen und dabei zuschauen, wie gewebt wird.

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