Hoi An to build terra-cotta park

Authorities in Hoi An City in the central province of Quang Nam have appointed HCMC-based Nha Viet Corp to develop a terra-cotta park at Thanh Ha Ward in the center of the Thanh Ha pottery village.
Covering 6,500 square meters, the park will preserve and develop cultural values and activities of the craft village. The park expects to host traditional craft festivals and become a new attraction for tourists to the city.
Construction will commence later this year to be completed next year with a total investment of VND18
billion. The park will boast five areas including a pottery reserve displaying history of the craft village and related artifacts, an outdoor display area for large pottery statues, a performance area for artisans to show their skills and talents, a creation playground to host craft contests and a trade and service promoting area.