Ngu Xa traditional bronze casting village in Hanoi

Established in the 17th century, the Ngu Xa traditional bronze casting village in Truc Bach ward, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi, is considered one of the most quintessential craft of the Thang Long imperial citadel.

Bronze is melted at the appropriate temperature before being poured into the mold. (Photo: VNA)

After casting, the product is polished and finished by the craftman through various stages. (Photo: VNA)

All production stages are done by hand, requiring the casters’ high skills. (Photo: VNA)

Artisans meticulously carve each line of the product. (Photo: VNA)

Bronze casting is not only hard and dangerous work but requires high meticulousness and sophistication to create perfect products. (Photo: VNA)

Through many ups and downs, the artisans of Ngu Xa village, driven by their passion for traditional crafts and skilled hands, continue to produce sophisticated, high-quality products with unique characteristics day and night. (Photo: VNA)