Cu Lan Village in Dalat is not only renowned for its peaceful beauty but also for its wooden statues that are as rustic and unpretentious as the people of the region.


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Statue carving is an ancestral art which occupies an important place in the spiritual life of ethnic minority groups residing in Tay Nguyen.




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Hand carved wooden statues are a highlight of the village.




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The basic tools for carving statues are an axe and a chisel. 




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Under the skilled hands of artisans, tree trunks are transformed into wonderful statues.  




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These works feature the cultural values and daily activities of ethnic minorities.




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Some photos of wooden statues in Cu Lan village:




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