Haiphong Museum

Haiphong


In a splendid colonial building, this small museum concentrates on the city's history, with English translations on displays. The front hall's taxidermy collection is creepy, as always, but there are interesting finds from the Trang Kenh and Viet Khe Tombs archaeological sites and some beautiful ceramic pieces. The museum’s garden harbours a diverse collection of war detritus.


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