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Stations
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It is suggested to travel by car on this trip because of the large distance among the places of interest.
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1. Jászberény
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The first stop in Jászberény is the Jazygian Museum (+36 57 412 753), which was found in 1874. Then we can visit Mrs. Jakusné Farkas Ildikó (+36 57 413 533) ceramic artist who also has a show of her work in the court of her house. Visiting Mrs. Vas Sass Katalin vernacular craftswoman, we can see furrier embrodeiry. In the afternoon the art-yard of Józsa Sisa offers a pleasant free time. The master and his group introduce their works during an interesting demonstration lesson and visitors can also make their own pieces.
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2. Jászboldogháza
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Like in Jásztelek, the Pörkölttorta-making (cake from burnt sugar and walnut) has also a great tradition so we can compare the knowledge of the women in the two settlements. A unique attraction of the village is the permanent exhibition of the farmlands of Jászboldogháza.
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3. Jászjákóhalma
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At the last stop of our journey we can visit the workshop of Mr. József Muhari shoemaker’s house. (4 Szent József Square; Tel: +36 57 438 025)
A spectacular sight is the collection of Mr. József Banya, a carpenter and amateur musical instrument maker. (59 Kossuth Street; Tel: +36 57 439 023) The master tells the visitors the procedure of making of a violin and double bass. At the end of the route Mrs. András Demény carpenter (4 Tompa Mihály Street; Tel: +36 57 438 342) presents us an old carpenter workshop.
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Suggested visiting period
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The Route can be visited throughout the year, because the visiting of handicrafts is not seasonable.
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Means of Transport
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By car or by organized small-bus.
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The length of the Route
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~ 60 km (2-3 days)
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