Pottery Training Center — Local services in Bhaktapur Municipality

Visiting the Pottery Training Center in Bhaktapur was one of the most interesting parts of my trip. Here, pottery is not just something to put plants in – it’s a true craft. You can watch skilled artisans spin clay into beautiful shapes like it’s the easiest thing in the world, while you silently wonder how they managed to make a perfect vase in the time it takes you to make a lopsided bowl in art class.

Besides being a cool place to watch pottery being made, it’s also a great spot to pick up some souvenirs. I walked away proudly with a terracotta frog which now guards my shelf at home. There are lots of handmade pieces to choose from and the prices are very low – but this is Nepal, so bargaining is half the fun. Just smile, haggle a bit, and everyone ends up happy.

All in all, a charming and authentic little stop. Educational, entertaining and a bit muddy. Highly recommend checking it out if you’re...

We showed up around 10:15am looking to take a pottery class and we were able to begin at 10:45. Our class was just us and we were able to make 6 pieces of pottery however we liked. Our instructor was super friendly and taught us about Nepali culture while also learning about us and where we were from. He even made us each little animal figurines from clay to take home. Overall an incredible experience and we would absolutely take...

This place is a warm and inviting haven filled with love and positive vibes. The owner and staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The structure and atmosphere here are truly special and meaningful, designed and built with care and passion. It’s definitely not just a shop here; reserve more time to spend talking with...