Arts and culture in Vietnam

Arts and culture

The Chinese influence, the puppets...In Hanoi, puppet shows attract both tourists and locals. Vladimira Dvorakova / age fotostock;

Due to its location and history, Vietnam has inherited various cultural influences. Puppets and dragons, inherited from the Chinese era, are an integral part of local folklore. This also gets mixed with an Indian influence, particularly in terms of music. Vietnamese craft is varied - painting, music and theatre. Hanoi is well known for its silk work as well as its pictures, many of which you can find for purchase there.