See a unique art form that originates over 1,000 years ago in the Red River Delta. In the past, water puppetry showed the daily life of villagers such as farming, fishing and romance. Now, watch plays about ancient Vietnamese legends, myths and history. The world-famous Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi has its roots in an art form that dates back to the 11th century. The tradition of water puppet theater stems from a time when rice paddy fields were flooded and villagers would create entertainment by standing in the waist-deep water with the puppets performing over the water. Using large rods to support the puppets it appeared as if they were moving across the water with the puppeteers hidden behind a screen.
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✔  Tickets for the Hanoi Water Puppet Show in advance
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Skip the lines at the Water Puppet Theater with this service that includes show tickets. Choose from several Water Puppet Show times.
Experience one of Vietnam's most memorable and traditional art forms during a live 50-minute performance.
The art of water puppetry has a distinct Vietnamese identity. It came into existence more than a thousand years ago in the Red River Delta.
In its earliest days, water puppetry portrayed the daily life of villagers – in farming and fishing activities, children’s play and in romance. Today the performance also brings in ancient legends and myths.

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•  Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
•  Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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