About Ban Tha Sawang Silk Weaving Village
Ban Tha Sawang Silk Weaving Village is a renowned silk-weaving community in Tha Sawang Subdistrict, Mueang Surin District, about 8 km west of Surin city. It is famous for producing high-quality Thai silk, including the intricate Yok Thong brocade woven with up to 1,416 heddles. Supported under royal patronage, the village preserves traditional Khmer-influenced weaving techniques and serves as a living cultural center for visitors.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a traditional village setting with wooden houses serving as weaving workshops and showrooms. Weavers demonstrate the entire silk process from dyeing and spooling to loom weaving, including the complex Yok Thong technique with gold threads. Visitors can walk between houses, observe artisans at work, view finished silk fabrics and garments, and purchase silk directly from weavers. The village has a community exhibition center displaying historic textiles.
Key highlights
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Famous for Yok Thong royal brocade silk woven with 1,416 heddles
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Live demonstrations of traditional silk reeling, dyeing and loom weaving
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Royal patronage project initiated by Queen Sirikit to preserve silk heritage
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Opportunity to purchase authentic Surin silk directly from weaver households
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