Vietnam is a country that has a huge ethnical difference and a long history. All the races are respected equally and they are treated with the equal chances as well. Many important events have occurred in the past and some of the crucial events have happened in the recent time as well. American war can be considered as one of the best examples for such events. Though there are hundreds of museums in the country, you might not want to spend your time in similar places. Therefore it is important to have an idea about those museums. Here are 07 museums that can be visited during your stay in Vietnam.
Museum of Cham Sculpture
This museum is full of Cham sculptures. This has been built by the French during their ruling time. Museum of Cham Sculpture Is situated near Han River. The museum is considered to be one of the greatest examples for Cham Sculpture as well. French architecture has been used with the Cham architecture when building the museum. It is said that there are more than 2000 artifacts in this museum. If you pay a visit to this historical and artistic museum, you will be pleased for sure.
Hoa Lo Prison Museum
It is situated in Hanoi. If you go to Hoa Lo Prison Museum between 8a.m. and 5p.m. you will have the permission for the entry. Though this is named as a prison, there is not even a single prisoner in this place. This place has got some of the horrific memories in Vietnam history as well. It is said that political prisoners have been held in this prison during French colonial time. Prisoners have been tortured in this Hoa Lo Prison Museum. There are some memories for a person to gain, if he is interested in Vietnam history.
Museum of Sa Huynh Culture
There have been several civilizations in the Asia and it is believed that Sa Huynh civilization is one of the most developed cultures in the human history on Earth. Some relics have been discovered and they have been placed for the people who are engaged in observing. For an example, you will see 200 jar burials that run back to the Iron Age. There are several things to be seen, if you pay a visit to this museum.
Vietnamese Museum of Ethnology
It is situated in Nguyen Van Huyen street, Cau Giay district, Hanoi from 8.30a.m. To 5.30p.m. for the visitors. As Vietnam is a multi-national country, this will be one of the first place museums you need to visit during your stay. There are 54 ethnic groups in the country. You will be able to get an idea about them, if you visit this place. There are architectural structures for those ethnic groups and their highlighted features can be identified from this place. It is said that there are more than 15,000 artifacts in this museum. You wil be able to improve your knowledge with audio tapes, photos, videos, and physical sources.
War Remnants Museum
One of the recent events world remember is the Vietnam vs. American war which was won by the Vietnam rebels. It is a shame for America even at present. Though Vietnam is a small country in the world, they could pose the winning step. War Remnants Museum has got all the things regarding that victory. If you pay a visit to this place, you will be able to see the monuments from the war. There are live samples of the war like from American aircrafts to bullets. It will take just less than 41 to enter to this museum.
Vietnam Women’s Museum
Even though how many museums are in the entire world, this Vietnam Women’s Museum is a special one as it is regarding women. As most of the people are well aware, Eastern countries have got a special honor for women. Women have been left with kingdoms some of the time. This is such an example to demonstrate that honor. It is situated in Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi. If you decide to get there, you will be able to see many things involved with the women. This place is conducted by the Union of Vietnamese Women. There are lots of samples that explain the life style, work, fashion, and the role of women in Vietnam.
Hanoi Contemporary Arts Center
It is such an important place to pay a visit. Though what kind of human you are, you will love to see things inside this museum which is situated in Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan district, Hanoi. It was opened for public in 2017. It is consisted of a projection room, store room, library, and many features. This museum is a center for people to learn of different kinds of art. Modern technology has been used to build up this place as well. It is open from 9.30a.m. to 9.00p.m.
