Rating: 3.8/5 (4 votes)

Opening days: Daily

Opening hours: 08.00 - 17.00

 

Ban Pha Thang Traditional Weaving Center Village No. 2, Ban Pha Thang, Huai Haeng Subdistrict, Ban Rai District, Uthai Thani Province. The center serves as a learning hub and a cultural preservation site for the weaving traditions of the Lao Khrang and Lao Wiang communities. Established to promote local wisdom expressed through fabrics, it showcases intricate patterns and vibrant colors that are uniquely characteristic of the region. Weaving is an integral part of the community’s lifestyle, passed down from generation to generation, resulting in creations that are both meticulous and culturally significant.

 

The center exhibits a variety of woven textiles, including elaborately patterned sinh (traditional skirts), practical everyday pha khao ma (checkered cloths), simple yet meaningful shoulder bags (yam), and ceremonial headwraps (phaok hua nak) with ritual significance. It also displays pre-wedding bedding sets, which have earned international recognition from UNESCO. These bedding sets symbolize the love, diligence, and dedication of the bride, who participates in the entire process—from spinning cotton, weaving the fabric, to arranging the complete bedding ensemble.

 

This long-standing tradition reflects a deep respect for artistic culture and the beauty of local craftsmanship. The Phatung Weaving Center is not only a tourist destination but also an educational space that fosters awareness and pride in the cultural heritage of Northern Thailand. It inspires younger generations to appreciate handmade artistry and to preserve traditional Thai craftsmanship sustainably.

 

Visitors can experience the delicate stages of textile weaving firsthand and learn about the stories and meanings behind each pattern, which reflect the community’s way of life and beliefs. The center also offers hands-on weaving activities, allowing guests to directly engage with the craft and understand the effort, joy, and creativity involved in producing handmade textiles. A visit to the Phatung Traditional Textile Weaving Center thus offers both an immersive insight into Northern Thai traditions and a meaningful way to support the preservation of cultural heritage in contemporary society.