We have a schedule that is going to watch the water puppet show in the world-famous Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi. This art form can date back to the 11th century. The shows are performed in a pool of water as the stage of puppets. The puppets are controlled by puppeteers hiding behind a screen. The show is considered to be one of the cultural highlights of Northern … [Read more...] about Water Puppet Show – Hanoi
The photo shows the traffic in Hanoi. It is as if everyday from 7 am to 9 am and 5 pm to 6 pm most of the main roads in the city are being hiked up a couple of decibels. It is rush hour and the roads are mega-loaded with scooters, cars, bicycles, buses, and even some three-wheelers. So self motor driving is a good way to experience what's the lifestyle in local. … [Read more...] about Drive in Hanoi traffic during rush hour
In China, we have spring festival. All family members will meet together to celebrate it. In America, they have Christmas. Also, in Vietnam, Vietnam knows many festivities and religious festivals throughout the year. Different festivities are celebrated in individual cities, some are local and some are celebrated throughout the nation. Here is a list of the best festivals in … [Read more...] about Vietnam Special Holidays and Festivals
Every country has a special list of products which tourists must buy as souvenirs and Vietnam too has these which you must buy when you travel to Vietnam. 1. Silk 2. Ceramic 3. Bamboo and wooden products 4. Silk Paintings 5. Musical instruments 6. Lacquerware 7. Vietnamese embroidery 8. Guoc Moc 9. Conical Hats 10. Ao Dai … [Read more...] about Best 10 souvenirs from Vietnam
Quoc Tu Giam is considered as the first college of Viet Nam and the symbol of Ha Noi Capital. was built in 1070 under King Ly Thanh Tong’s reign to worship Confucius. Currently, Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam is the place to organize typical cultural activities such as scientific seminars, thematic exhibitions; ceremonies to commend the outstanding graduating students of universities, … [Read more...] about Quoc Tu Giam-Vietnamese 1st University