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Thang Long Water Puppet
Hanoi Water Puppet Show: Hotel Delivery Option
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Overview
WATER puppet show - Hotel delivery takes audiences on a journey into Vietnamese culture with a unique art form that dates back over a thousand years. Performed by the Thang Long Water Puppet Troupe of Hanoi, this show uses water as a stage to tell stories of ancient Vietnam, reflecting the lives and times of peasant farmers and fishermen.
Visitors can expect to see puppets, some quite large and heavy, maneuvered across the water's surface with hidden rods and strings. The puppeteers stand waist-deep behind a pagoda, bringing legends and tales to life. Key attractions of the show is Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. The experience includes GST (Goods and Services Tax), entry to the Water Puppet Theater, and gratuities. It excludes drinks, food, and hotel pickup and drop-off if that option isn't selected. With skip-the-line tickets available, guests can immerse themselves in this historical and theatrical spectacle. 
Highlights
Experience a Unique Art Form: Witness a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show, a practice over 1,000 years old.
Learn About Vietnamese Culture: Discover stories and legends of ancient Vietnam through captivating puppetry.
Skip the Line: Enjoy priority access with skip-the-line tickets.
Convenient Hotel Delivery: Choose the option with hotel pickup and drop-off for a hassle-free experience.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers really enjoyed the water puppet show and thought it was a fun experience.
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Many people felt that the show was something that everyone should see when they visit.
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Some people loved the option where they got picked up at their hotel which made it easier for them.
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Customers appreciated how well everything was organized.
A few visitors mentioned that some of the seats in the theater weren't very good.
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One visitor said they weren't told about the extra fee for taking photos.
The Journey
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Delve into the captivating world of Vietnamese water puppetry at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi. This ancient art form, dating back to the 11th century, features intricately crafted puppets dancing and performing on a water stage, accompanied by traditional music and mesmerizing special effects. Experience the unique cultural heritage of Vietnam as skilled puppeteers bring legends and folklore to life in this mesmerizing performance, a must-see spectacle for any visitor to Hanoi.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes GST (Goods and Services Tax), entry to the Water Puppet Theater, and gratuities. It excludes drinks and food. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included unless the option is selected at the time of booking. Please ensure that if you choose to meet at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, you arrive on time. Be aware of the option you selected when you booked the experience, whether that is pickup or meeting at the theater.
Hot Tip
Some seats might not have the best view, so arriving early can help you get a better spot. Also, be aware that there may be an extra charge if you want to take photos during the show.
Review Summary
Customers generally say the water puppet show in Hanoi is a unique and enjoyable cultural experience, suitable for both adults and children. Many praise the skillful puppetry, traditional music, and the show's short duration. However, some travelers express dissatisfaction with customer service, ticket delivery issues, and discrepancies between the seat type purchased and what was received. A few note that the story is hard to follow without translation, but most find the visual spectacle entertaining regardless.
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