“Šajblčk” - clay pot

“Šajblčk” - clay pot

“Šajblčk” is a handmade, small clay pot, which used to be filled with fat or wax and used as candle on the graves. Preserved only in Spodnja Idrija, it comes from a rich pottery tradition. Today, “šajblčk” has both ethnological and ecological value.

TOURIST SOCIETY FARA

The Tourist Society Fara preserves the cultural heritage of Spodnja Idrija. In addition to keeping their environment tidy and preparing culinary delicacies, the society pays special attention to reviving the old craft of making and using ‘šajblčki’ – clay lamps, which used to be lit at graves and on festive days such as Easter and May 1st.

The IDRIJA SELECTED certificate of excellence is awarded to products and services that meet high standards of quality, include locally produced raw materials and tell the story of tradition, culture and the lifestyle of the people living in the Idrija UNESCO Global Geopark.