The water puppetry art in Thanh Hai commune, Thanh Ha district, Hai Duong province has a history of over 300 years.
The People’s Committee of Hai Duong province has recognized Thanh Hai Water Puppetry Troupe in Thanh Ha district as a tourist attraction.
The provincial People’s Committee assigned the People’s Committee of Thanh Ha district to direct relevant units, organizations, and individuals in managing and exploiting the site. Responsibilities include conserving and developing the tourism resource, maintaining environmental hygiene, and creating favorable conditions for visitors.
Thanh Hai water puppetry art boasts a history of more than 300 years. In 1999, water puppetry enthusiasts in An Liet hamlet came together to revive and reestablish the troupe, which now consists of 29 members.
Each year, dozens of international tourist groups visit the rural village of Thanh Hai to watch and enjoy its traditional water puppetry performances.
MINH NGUYEN