Journeying to these areas will give you a strong insight into Vietnam's ancient culture. At Thay Pagoda see the ancient stage where the first water-puppetry was performed. Tay Phuong Pagoda, one of the first temples to be built in Vietnam and Tram Gian Pagoda boasts some of the finest views in the area.

After a 45-minute drive southwest of Hanoi, reach Tay Phuong Pagoda built in the 17th century, very famous for the valuable collection of 18 jackwood Arhat statues coated with lacquer. There are 239 laterite steps uphill to the pagoda, and from this height opens a wonderful aerial view of the surrounding fields, laterite mountains and villages. Eight kilometers away is Thay Pagoda, first built in the 11th century. Located in a tranquil and beautiful village, it is the combination of a Buddhist pagoda and a Taoist Temple. Drive back to Hanoi.
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