Where did the umbrella industry in Huzhou originate?

Huzhou umbrella industry originated in Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China.

It is one of the representatives of Suzhou traditional handicraft industry. Huzhou's umbrella industry has a long history, which can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty for thousands of years.

Huzhou, originally a county name under the jurisdiction of Suzhou government, was later changed to a municipal district, located in the northeast of Suzhou city, with superior geographical location and humid climate, which is suitable for the development of umbrella industry. Huzhou's unique geographical environment and rich bamboo resources make it an ideal base for umbrella industry. Huzhou's traditional manufacturing technology and its reputation spread gradually, making Huzhou one of the important representatives of umbrella industry in China.

Huzhou's umbrella production process is rigorous and exquisite. First of all, choose the best bamboo, usually Suzhou Taihu bamboo, which is tough and light, and is very suitable for making umbrellas. Then, the production of umbrella bones requires high skill, and craftsmen polish bamboo bones through multiple processes to make them smooth and tough.

Next, make the umbrella cover. Usually, the umbrella cover is made of silk or paper and printed with various patterns, which adds a lot of color to the umbrella cover. Finally, the ribs and the umbrella cover are skillfully combined, and the umbrella handle is usually made of wood or bamboo to form a perfect umbrella.

Huzhou umbrella is characterized by lightness, firmness and beauty, which is not only practical, but also a unique work of art. The making of Huzhou Umbrella is not only a craft, but also an art, which blends into the traditional culture and artistic atmosphere of Suzhou and is a treasure of China handicraft making.

With the development of the times, the umbrella industry in Shanghai is also constantly innovating. Huzhou's modern umbrella industry has not only retained the traditional handicraft production, but also added modern design elements, and launched more diversified and personalized umbrella products to meet the needs of different consumers.

Generally speaking, Huzhou umbrella industry originated from Suzhou and is an outstanding representative of traditional handicraft industry in China. With its long history, exquisite skills and unique design, it not only has a broad market in China, but also won a good reputation internationally. It is not only an umbrella, but also a cultural heritage and artistic expression, bearing the rich historical and cultural heritage of Suzhou.