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With over three centuries of existence and continuous growth, the water puppet village in Dao Thuc stands as a bastion preserving the exquisite essence of traditional water puppetry. Join us in exploring more about this craft village in the following article!
Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village - A Non-material Cultural Heritage of the Nation
Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village
Overview from above of the water puppet village Dao Thuc @Photo: Vuong LocIt is known that the traditional water puppetry craft here has been present since the late Le dynasty. At that time, a villager named Nguyen Dang Vinh held the position of internal supervisor, gaining access to unique puppet performances. Later, he refined those artistic essences and widely spread them to the villagers living in the village. When he passed away, the villagers erected a stele to commemorate and honor the contributions of this craft's founder.
Water puppetry in Dao Thuc @collected by the author
The water puppet village Dao Thuc still preserves the traditional beauty throughout the years @PDP.eduWater Puppet Village Dao Thuc
Traveling Tips for Exploring Water Puppet Village Dao Thuc
Here are some insights you should know when visiting Water Puppet Village Dao Thuc:
Getting to Water Puppet Village Dao Thuc
Located approximately 25km from the city center, there are various ways to reach here, such as:
Car or Personal Motorcycle
If you're driving, you can consider following these routes:
Traveling by Bus
If you opt for the bus, start from the city center and take bus 65 to Thuy Lam area, getting off at Trung Mau. Once at Thuy Lam bus stop, it's only about a 2km walk to reach Dao Thuc Village.
Getting to Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village by bus @VnExpressTraveling by Airplane
If you are in other provinces in the S-shaped country, you can check for flight bookings on Mytour. When traveling by plane, you will need to book a flight to Hanoi. The flight duration is just a few hours, and you'll be in Hanoi.
Check out some flight routes you may consider
Getting to Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village by airplane @WinwonderUpon arriving at Noi Bai Airport, travelers can immediately utilize the airport transfer service provided by Mytour without waiting. Additionally, you can explore the village using other modes of transportation such as motorcycles, buses, etc., to reach Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village.
Performance schedule at Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village
In reality, not every time the water puppet village organizes performances. To avoid arriving and missing these acts, it's advisable to contact the artisans in advance. This will help you know the schedule of these programs.
Some renowned artisans in Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village include:
Contact in advance to get the schedule of the water puppetry program @collected by the authorUnique experiences found only in Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village
Water Puppet Village Dao Thuc
The venue for the art of water puppetry @collected by the authorWitness live performances of Dao Thuc Water Puppetry
Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village captivates with a variety of artistic performances. Most of them are traditional puppetry acts originating from everyday stories of farmers, such as fishing, rice farming, buffalo herding, etc.
Witness live performances of Dao Thuc Water Puppetry @collected by the authorAlongside traditional acts, nowadays Dao Thuc Village innovates with other plays such as the procession of Uncle Ho's portrait, the victory of Dien Bien Phu for 12 days and nights, etc.
The graceful and flexible movements of the artisans, combined with the deep, resonant singing of the actors and musicians, will undoubtedly provide you with new and unforgettable experiences.
Explore behind the scenes of the water puppetry stage
Certainly, while watching water puppetry, many are curious about what the artisans do behind the stage curtain. So, when you visit the water puppetry village, you can explore the backstage area, chat with the artisans, and listen to them share their daily work to deliver captivating artistic performances for the audience.
Explore behind the scenes of the water puppetry stage @VinpearlChallenge yourself to experience controlling water puppets in Dao Thuc Village
Water Puppet Village Dao Thuc.
Experiencing the control of water puppets in Dao Thuc Village is undoubtedly an experience not to be missed @Photo: Dong Anh District Culture and Information Department.Join the Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village Festival
Annually, the water puppetry village holds the main festival, including:
Join the Dao Thuc Water Puppet Village Festival @Business and Marketing MagazineSimilar to other festivals in Vietnam, the Dao Thuc water puppetry festival is lively with exceptional performances. If you happen to be here during these days, you will immerse yourself in the vibrant festival atmosphere with impressive water puppet acts, undoubtedly providing you with unforgettable experiences. Water puppetry is a valuable intangible cultural heritage worth exploring, appreciating, and learning about.
Water Puppet Village Dao Thuc
