Tag: Silk

  • Asia’s Beautiful Flower

    Asia’s Beautiful Flower

    The lotus is an aquatic perennial that can be found throughout Asia. The seeds of the flower can last a long time – in some cases over 1000 years! We have seen this exquisite flower throughout our Asian explorations . The beautiful bloom is said to represent elegance, beauty, perfection, purity and grace and is…

    Read more: Asia’s Beautiful Flower
  • Silky Worms

    Silky Worms

    Nothing beats the softness and touch of real silk….but do you know how to figure out good quality silk? Silk is one of the main industries throughout Vietnam. For over 300 years, the people of the Champa tribe were leaders in silk making. They sent their products to Europe and other parts of Asia via the…

    Read more: Silky Worms