Background: The Thang Long Imperial Citadel has become the 900th site to be inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. The Citadel was built in the 11th century by the Ly Viet Dynasty, marking the independence of the Dai Viet. It was constructed on the remains of a Chinese fortress dating from the 7th century, on drained land reclaimed from the Red River Delta in Hanoi. It was the centre of regional political power for almost 13 centuries without interruption. The Imperial Citadel buildings and the remains in the 18 Hoang Dieu Archaeological Site reflect a unique South-East Asian culture specific to the lower Red River Valley, at the crossroads between influences coming from China in the north and the ancient Kingdom of Champa in the south.
Work: Lesson of basic principles and techniques of archaeological excavation for children at world heritage site. Workshops, discussion and other creative activities should be added to share learning experience of volunteers with the local youth or student at university.
Location: The Imperial citadel of Thang Long, Ha Noi city
Terminal: Noi Bai international airport (HAN).
Accommodation and food: Volunteers will stay at the volunteer’s house with basic accommodation. Meals are at the local restaurant.
Remarks: Sleeping bag, sleeping mat, toiletries. Toys for kids are appreciated as well.
(Participation fee need to be transferred at least 2 weeks for workcamp and 1 month for longterm project before projects start. If volunteers would love to pay on arrival, please add more 500,000VND)