Workshops in Hue City producing lion heads, props, and costumes are currently bustling to finalise products for the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival market.
Crafting lion heads is a renowned traditional trade in the ancient capital of Hue, characterized by diverse, creative, and visually stunning designs that showcase meticulous craftsmanship. These products not only evoke childhood memories but also reflect the dedication of artisans who quietly preserve this traditional craft in the ancient capital.
Large, vibrantly colored lion heads at the workshop of Mr. Truong Nhu Rem in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Crafting a large lion head at the workshop of Mr. Truong Nhu Rem in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Beautifully decorated large drums—an indispensable part of a lion dance set—at the workshop of Mr. Truong Nhu Rem in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Decorating a large drum—an indispensable part of a lion dance set—at the workshop of Mr. Truong Nhu Rem in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
A large, vibrantly colored lion head at the workshop of Mr. Truong Nhu Rem in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
A set of cymbals is an indispensable item for lion dancing at the troupe run by Mr. Truong Nhu Rem in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Lion heads and accessories for the Mid-Autumn Festival are sold on Tran Hung Dao Street, Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
A small lion head in the rough-shaping stage at the workshop of Mr. Cao Xuan Dung in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Painting a lion head at the workshop of Mr. Cao Xuan Dung in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Lion heads and accessories for the Mid-Autumn Festival are sold on Tran Hung Dao Street, Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Cutting fabric to decorate a lion head at the workshop of Mr. Cao Xuan Dung in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Painting a lion head at the workshop of Mr. Cao Xuan Dung in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
An eye-catching small-sized lion head at the workshop of Mr. Cao Xuan Dung in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA
Cutting fabric to decorate a lion head at the workshop of Mr. Cao Xuan Dung in Phu Xuan Ward, Hue City. Photo: VNA