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Reviving the art of blacksmithing in Paro

January 16, 2022
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The valley of Wochu in Paro was once popular for its art of blacksmithing. Had it not been for the Royal Iron Craft Centre, the art would be lost. Today, it has encouraged many youth to take up the art of blacksmithing. His Majesty The King established the centre in 2016.

Working with fire and charcoal and forging metal was not considered a good profession in the past. But now, many are willing to take up the profession and committed to changing perceptions around the art form.

Dorji Gyeltshen, 18, an out of school youth decided to take up blacksmithing as his profession. He is from Wochu. As a beginner, he started with hammering seven months ago. He took the art after his parents’ advice. However, he said some people talk bad about their profession.

“People say many things about the art of blacksmithing as we have to work with charcoal and forge metal. For me, I want to venture into the art of blacksmithing and serve the country,” said Dorji.

Like him, many young people are into the art form.

“It is easy and comfortable to work in offices. But when people see us working hard, they have respect and trust. Even our parents are happy that we are self-sufficient,” said Tshering Dechen.

There are 21 staff, mostly youth in the Royal Iron Craft Centre.

“Blacksmiths are looked down on in the community and the youth couldn’t come forward. Now the story is different after His Majesty started the centre. Some youth came to work here. Now as they are doing well in the community, many are following them,” said Cheychey Dorji, Production Manager, Royal Iron Craft Centre, Wochu.

“Youth shouldn’t always look for highly paid jobs. Whereby, they miss other opportunities. There is no difference if we have dedication and interest,” said Kinga Lhaden.

“Some people talk bad about the profession and some ask us intentionally. I think there is no difference between jobs as in the end it is all about survival, salary and serving the nation,” said Phub Zam.

The art of blacksmithing known as Garzo in the country is believed to be introduced sometime in the late 14th century.

Namgay Wangchuk, Paro

Edited by Tshering Zam

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