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The Hung Vuong Museum is a real treasure that will help to enrich the cultural and historical treasury of Vietnam. Standing right in the center of the country, this museum is sure to be in the sights of any tourist who has an interest in history of ancient times, cultural tradition, and root finding of civilization.
The Hung Vuong museum (Source: VOVDulich)
The Hung Vuong Museum is much more than a historical site, it's a tour into the soul of Vietnam. That is a rare opportunity that this museum can offer-get in contact with the country's origins, understand its cultural growth, and give value to the timeless tradition passed over generations. Whether alone, in family company, or friends, this will be an unforgettable experience whereby one can discover inspiration.
Historical objects in the museum (Source: VOVDulich)
The Hung Vuong Museum, other times called Phu Tho Museum, has been built to commemorate the tradition of the ancestors known as the Hung Kings-founders of the legendary nation of the Viet people. These kings had ruled over the land during its dawn and therefore contributed much toward giving shape, culture, and traditions to this piece of the land.
It was inaugurated in 1960 in the province of Phu Tho-the cradle of ancient culture in Vietnam, home of the Hung Temple complex. This is one place that caters to preservation and showcases relics, artifacts, and stories about the period of the Hung Kings. It's the center during the annual Festival of the Hung Kings, which falls in the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage, to remember and pay tribute to the ancestors.
History of Hung Vuong Museum (Source: Wiki)
The Hung Vuong Museum is something more than a facility keeping historical objects, it's a bridge for modern visitors to very rich history.
This main hall of the museum will display the artifacts from the time of the Hung Kings, full of various types of ancient tools, pottery, and bronze items down to their national dress. Various information panels put up give historical data about them, making a visit interestingly informative.
Main Exhibition Hall (Source: tapchixaydung)
The part of the museum houses spiritual and cultural vestiges associated with the legacy of the Hung Kings and is represented by sets of folk artifacts and ritual tools together with model reproductions of ritual activities. It also informs the cultural space of how important it is in reference to spiritual identity building in modern Vietnamese thought and in national unity.
The Hung King’s Cultural Space (Source: svhttdl)
This gallery represents the mythical origin of the Vietnamese people and the stories surrounding the Hung Kings through detailed dioramas and colorful artwork that describe the legendary tales, such as the Dragon Father and Fairy Mother. Audio guides and descriptive panels give way to storytelling, therefore making for not only an engaging but highly informative experience. This section is a perfect combination of art and history, which immerses visitors in the rich folklore that defines Vietnam's cultural identity.
The Gallery of Vietnamese people (Source: VietnamLandmarks)
The landscaped garden of the museum offers a quiet environment to sit and enjoy the outdoors. There are beautiful sculptures and stone carvings depicting scenes from Vietnamese mythology decorating it, along with a pond and walking paths, making it an extremely photogenic area.
Perfect place for traveller to relax (Source: DulichDenHung)
During the year, the museum regularly opens temporary exhibitions and events, from art exhibitions to workshops of traditional crafts. Events often coincide with cultural festivals, enabling visitors a unique chance to experience the dynamic aspects of Vietnamese heritage.
The museum events (Source: vanhoanghethuat)
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The best time to visit Hung Vuong Museum is during spring, especially in April of the year. This is because the Hung Kings Festival is usually running at this time, on the 10th day of the third lunar month. During this period, the whole province of Phu Tho is one vibrant melting pot of color and culture, with long lines of performances of the folk repertoire, processions, and making offerings to the Kings.
Spring also brings mild temperatures and flowers in bloom, which makes it a great time for outdoor exploration. If you prefer a more subdued experience, try visiting in the autumn months of September and October when the weather is cool and the museum is less crowded.
Best time to visit (Source: VOV2)
By air: The nearest airport is Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, which is about 60 km from Phu Tho. You may rent a taxi or private transfer from the airport to Viet Tri City.
By Train: There is a railway station at Viet Tri, and it has regular services from Hanoi, amongst other nearby towns. It takes about 2 hours from Hanoi to Viet Tri, and it's a very beautiful route through the countryside of Vietnam.
By Bus: It is comparatively cheaper and easy to get around in Phu Tho. There are a number of bus services operating between Hanoi and Viet Tri and one finds buses running throughout the day.
Travel to the museum by bus (Source: FPT123)
The museum portrays the rich and varied history of Vietnam, all enclosed in its cultural garden. From lively exhibitions to relaxing gardens, a visit to this Hung Vuong museum is something special. If it is possible to make your way through planning to the museum during the festive period of Hung Kings Festival, then most travel tips by Asia King Travel could be availed of.
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