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Secrets Behind Water Puppetry in Hanoi
Get ready for an immersive experience in Hanoi with an introduction to water puppetry, a traditional North Vietnam art form that dates back to the 11th century. You will have the chance to step into the home of a passionate puppet maker and performer, take a tour of the workshop where shelf after shelf is lined with wooden puppet parts, get entertained by a half-hour performance in his house. Learn about the folklore and legends and the significance of the performance itself. After the show, join the puppeteers and learn basic techniques of using bamboo rods to move the puppets through the water.
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Ancient Town and Lantern Making
Between the 15th and 19th centuries, Hoi An, known then as ‘Faifo’, was a prosperous trading port. Nowadays, this World Heritage ancient town is recognized for its well-preserved ancient houses, pedestrian streets, local cuisine, and crafts. You will be invited to take part in a hands-on silk lantern workshop, the simple yet colorful handicraft that is an essential part of Hoi An culture. The lanterns are meant to bring good fortune. Have a chat with a local handicraftsman for a brief introduction to the history, shape, and color of the lanterns as well as the stages of production.
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Puppet Master and Khlong Experience
Thai puppetry, known as hun lakhon lek, is an ancient art form similar to Japanese buruku puppetry. Each puppet, usually just under a meter long, is controlled by three people with a rope and pulley system, which help make the puppet look as if it is gracefully dancing on stage. You will have the chance to spend an exciting day learning the art of Thai puppetry by a master who once performed for Siamese Kings. The cruise to the pupper master’s home will bring you along the elegant Chao Phraya River by a slow motorboat to Thonburion route.
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Bat Trang Pottery Village
Located in an area rich in clay, Bat Trang village has the advantage of ingredients to create fine ceramics. The ceramics are produced for daily household use, worshipping, or decoration purposes.
By visiting this village, travelers can take a walk and observe the making of ceramic products in locals' homes, workplaces, or factories. There are also streets with hundreds of stores offering all kinds and colours, a mix of traditional and modern design. Visitors can even directly try their hands on making pottery products under the guidance of local craftsmen, which will make excellent gifts for family and friends.
??n ca tài t? Folk-Art
Formed and developed in the 19th century, this art was created based on central and southern ceremony traditions. All songs are adapted from 72 classical songs and 20 principal songs. The lyrics are said to reflect the lifestyle of the Southern people who live and work on the land and rivers of the Mekong Delta region. Singing from life, the voice of people’s hearts, and the whole land is always the most precious gift. When the songs are played, we can understand the hearts of the people of the river region.
In 2013, ??n ca tài t? was recognised by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.