Puppetry is an ancient and fascinating art form that exists in various cultures around the world

Here are ten famous puppet traditions from different countrie

Wayang Kulit (Indonesia)

Wayang Kulit (Indonesia)

Bunraku (Japan)

Bunraku (Japan)

Karagöz and Hacivat (Turkey)

Karagöz and Hacivat (Turkey)

Marionette (Czech Republic)

Marionette (Czech Republic)

Hand Puppets (India)

Hand Puppets (India)

Sicilian Puppet Theater (Italy)

Sicilian Puppet Theater (Italy)

Punch and Judy (United Kingdom)

Punch and Judy (United Kingdom)

Chinese Puppetry (China)

Chinese Puppetry (China)

Water Puppetry (Vietnam)

Water Puppetry (Vietnam)

Kathputli (India)

Kathputli (India)

These are just a few examples of the rich and diverse puppetry traditions found across the globe.

Each tradition holds cultural significance and artistic value, making puppetry an integral part of the world's performing arts heritage.