Nan is the city with great diversity in terms of ethnicity, language, culture, tradition and way of life. Its 11 ethnic groups have lived a simple life deeply attached to the surrounding environment. They have learned to craft objects from materials found in nature such as clothes, tools necessary for their daily livelihood, or objects used in rituals according to beliefs and faith of each community passed down for generations. Such unique craft products reflecting Nan’s strong tradition include carved Buddhist iconography; mural painting; Naga-headed racing boats; woven fabric with “flowing water” design typical of Nan, etc. These products are the heritage that is still in production and used in daily life. They serve as an inspiration for new generations of Nan artisans, confirming the name “Nan Living Old City”.
Nan’s craft products catches on and become more creative and modern, responding to the needs of global market. They bring more income to the people and improve their life quality. Many of Nan’s artisans are recognized by SACIT as supreme masters in multiple fields of craft and art. Nan’s silversmith and musician are national artists honored by the Ministry of Culture. These supreme master artisans open their homes as ateliers that help incubate youths and pass Nan’s craft knowledge on to adults as a means to preserving its craft and art cultural heritage.
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Nans folk music begins softly. A group of young girls moves with measured grace, letting the rhythm guide their hands and shoulders.
As a maker, Master Arunsin is not just someone who builds instruments. His process doesnt start with glue or nails. As it starts,
Most people his age do. But he stayed, returning to the loom hes been around since he was six, choosing a different future
Close your eyes in Ban Tam Village and the first noise you hear isnt traffic; its bamboo. A blade whispers through a stalk.
When we talk about the 'Red Cross Fair' the grandest annual event involving every agency in Nan it is undoubtedly the heart of the city.
Bright-green rice fields reaching up into the mountains. On the day I visited, the sky was cloudy in the most beautiful way: quiet, soft, Nan-style.
The smiles on Ban Khom Khams courtyard come complete with a simple welcome dance unpretentious but so sincere you can feel it almost instantly
How everything in front feels like someone has lifted Nans boat-racing arena and then placed it on land. This is Nan Skate Boat Racing,
Hmong Studio works with and on various communities, now operating throughout Northern Thailand, including the Iu Mien and also the Karen (Pgaknyau).
As you drive into Huai Phan, a small valley village in Chiang Klang, Nan, the noise of the outside world simply fades away.
On Saturday mornings at Huan Hung Tor, warm sunlight filters through the trees, touching the lush greenery of the cafe.
Highlights of the 2026 Children's Day celebration at Wat Don Moon, Nan. Discover cultural activities, youth empowerment.
The Silverware of Nan
The "Silverware of Nan" refers to the traditional silver crafts produced
in Nan province, Thailand.
เครื่องเงินเมืองน่าน
ภูมิปัญญาเครื่องเงินเมืองน่าน อันมีเอกลักษณ์และความโดดเด่น
Nan Long Boat Festival
Nan Traditional Long Boat Racing.
เทศกาลแข่งเรือยาว
เทศกาลแข่งเรือประเพณีจังหวัดน่าน
Bamboo basketry
The terrain is mountainous with a creek flowing through. Ban Tam is therefore rich in bamboo forests.
เครื่องจักสานบ้านต้าม
เครื่องจักรสานบ้านต้าม จังหวัดน่าน
Conservation Method
Methods of preserving and continuing folk handicrafts and folk Arts.
วิธีการอนุรักษ์
วิธีการอนุรักษ์และสืบสานงานหัตถกรรมพื้นบ้าน
และศิลปะพื้นบ้าน
Nan River
The Nan River plays several
important roles in the region.
แม่น้ำน่าน
แม่น้ำน่านมีบทบาทสำคัญหลายประการ