This art, water puppet performance, was invented during the Ly Dynasty (1009 - 1225) in the Red river Delta. Water puppet show is the form of art that is unique in Asia.
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Puppets are made of jack fruit wood and have their owned postures being performed on surface of water. Puppeteers stay in water and behind bamboo blind to control puppets by rods and strings.
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Music sounds and puppet's actions mingle accordingly. There are 5- 8 shows a day. Each lasts 45 minutes. Tickets can be booked through travel agents or direct at 57B Dinh Tien Hoang street.
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Watching water puppet show is one of highlights in city tour of Hanoi. Hanoi Stay highly recommend that.
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