Hanoi Opera House opens for guided tours as of June 1
VOV.VN - Majestically gracing the Hoan Kiem District of the capital city of Vietnam is the – Hanoi Opera House – indisputably one of the most prestigious music halls anywhere in the world.
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It was built starting in 1901 to plans by French architects and modelled after the famous Palais Garnier concert hall in Paris and ever since has offered its international audiences top-calibre music theatre on some 300 days a year.
A peek behind the scenes of the Hanoi Opera House, reveals lots of things that are otherwise hidden from evening opera-goers. A tour provides lots of interesting information about the rich and vibrant history and architecture.
Guided tour dates, languages
On the website of the Hanoi Opera House, those interested can find the times at which the tours in English and Vietnamese are offered. Dates for tours in other languages such as Italian, French, Russian and Japanese can be requested by using the contact details shown.
Registration
Registration is not required for individuals, who can simply report to the entrance 15 minutes before the tour is scheduled to commence. Groups are encouraged to contact the Hanoi Opera House in advance.
For more information please contact the Hanoi Opera House at Tel 04 3933 0113 or visit their website http://hanoioperahouse.org.vn/.
