Fire of the profession - Soul of Vietnam

My Dong cast iron casting village (Thuy Nguyen district, Hai Phong city) has existed for hundreds of years. Through many ups and downs, the craft village has grown, creating jobs for thousands of workers. Up to now, there are more than 200 businesses operating with diverse products, from decorative items to household items such as grills, cast iron pans...

Mold heating

Introduction: Cast iron pan casting in Thuy Nguyen, Hai Phong is a traditional craft village that has existed for hundreds of years. Amidst the smoke and dust of cast iron, the craftsmen still diligently preserve the quintessence of the old craft, passing it on from generation to generation. The craft not only creates jobs for hundreds of local workers, but also contributes to nurturing identity. Each product is the result of skillful hands, the heart of the craftsman put into a familiar item in the Vietnamese kitchen - simple but full of value.

Molding

Author Pham Minh Tuan submitted to the " Happy Vietnam 2025 " contest with the work " Fire of the profession - Soul of Vietnam ". Place of creation: Thuy Nguyen Ward, Hai Phong, Vietnam.

Mold cleaning

Put the mold into position

Pouring cast iron into molds

Product completion

Pan out of the oven

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