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Discover the ancient art of Dong Ho painting in Bac Ninh Province. Visit Dau Pagoda, the most ancient religious structure in Vietnam, and learn about its history and legends.

Highlights

• Discover the ancient art of Dong Ho painting in Bac Ninh Province
• Learn about the intricate process of making Dong Ho paintings
• Admire the diverse themes of Dong Ho paintings, from luck to daily life
• Visit Dau Pagoda, the most ancient religious structure in Vietnam
• Explore the history and legends of Dau Pagoda and its Buddhist culture

Description

Explore Dong Ho Painting Village, a cultural gem in Bac Ninh Province, Vietnam. Located along the southern bank of Duong River Dyke, this village has been crafting traditional folk paintings since the 11th century. Learn about the intricate process of making Dong Ho paintings, from carving woodblocks to creating natural colors. Discover how villagers use materials like earth, coal, and seashells to produce vibrant hues. See how the paintings are coated with sticky rice paste for durability, allowing them to withstand time and sunlight. Admire the diverse themes of Dong Ho paintings, which reflect wishes for luck, daily life, and popular stories. See works like 'Jealous Fight,' 'A Market Day,' and 'The Frog Teacher,' showcasing the aesthetic beauty of Vietnamese culture. Experience the traditional art of Dong Ho painting, where each piece is handcrafted with care. Learn about the significance of this cultural heritage and its role in Vietnamese life, especially during the Lunar New Year. Next, visit Dau Pagoda, located in Thanh Khuong village, Thuan Thanh district, Bac Ninh Province, about 30km from Hanoi. Being a center of the ancient Luy Lau Citadel that dates back to the second century A.D, this pagoda is considered the most ancient religious structure and an initial source of Buddhism in Vietnam. Explore the pagoda, built with traditional Oriental architecture. There are four rows of houses that are connected to one another and stand in the shape of a rectangle. They surround three main halls: the front hall, the middle hall, and the upper hall. In the large front yard stands the Hoa Phong tower built with large bricks. The bricks were baked at a high temperature that turned them into glazed terra-cotta. Six layers on top of the tower were damaged, but the other 3 layers from its base are still standing firmly. The pagoda’s most ancient artifact was defined to exist under the Tran Dynasty , and the first restoration was made in 1313 under the reign of King Tran Anh Tong.

Includes

Visit to Dong Ho Painting Village Visit to Dau Pagoda Live tour guide Cultural insights Historical insights Transportation to and from Bac Ninh Province Meals

Important Information

• Dong Ho Painting Village is known for its traditional folk paintings. Dau Pagoda is the most ancient religious structure in Vietnam. The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

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