Cuong Hoan Silk Factory

Silk Hand Work

Older Silk Machine

Silk Factory Tour

We did this tour on our own, rented a scooter and checked out areas on our own schedule. 

I always find these places a tourist trap, but this one turned out to be alright, even with these “actors” demonstrating how to manufacture the product.  The factory was interesting with all the workers doing the actual work in the process from the origins of the Silk Worms to the finish product.

I guess it was the low pressure sales that made this alright to visit. Terry did end up buying some fine silk products.

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