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Muong Girls on Long Coc Tea Hill 2024.

In early September, I set aside the busy pace of work to embark on a journey with colleagues to Long Coc, a serene region in Tan Son district, Phu Tho province, Vietnam. A friend, experienced in photography tours, had described the tea hills here as a breathtaking landscape, reminiscent of a fairyland—often compared to the “Ha Long Bay of the midlands.” Inspired by this, I led a photography group from Kuching, Malaysia, departing at 2 a.m. to capture the beauty of the region in perfect weather conditions.What a memorable experience! The day before, I had carefully planned for our group…

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Apple presents a collection of photographs by a female Vietnamese photographer.

"Apple presents a series of images by the renowned Vietnamese photographer, Khánh Phan. The official Apple account on Instagram recently showcased photographs captured by Khánh Phan using the iPhone 15 Promax. Khánh Phan, also known as Phan Thị Khánh, born in 1985 in Thái Bình, has gained recognition for her stunning photography depicting the beauty, culture, and people of Vietnam, winning top prizes in prestigious international photography competitions. Passionate about her country's culture, Khánh Phan long harbored the idea of creating a photo series to celebrate Vietnamese culture in a fresh and unique way. She explains, 'This series is based…

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The unique hairstyles of Flower H’Mong women are truly captivating.

When encountering Flower H' Mong women, their colorful embroidered dresses are not the only eye-catching feature. Of particular note is the large, heavy hair bun atop their heads. 遇见孟化族妇女，她们色彩鲜艳的绣花衣裙并不是唯一引人注目的特色，尤其引人注目的是她们头顶上那又大又重的发髻。 For centuries, the H'mong people have been migrating to the high mountainous regions of Ma Thi Ho - Muong Cha - Dien Bien to establish their villages, with approximately 80 households currently residing there. Despite the impermanence of change, the cultural consciousness of the H'mong community in this area remains steadfast. A prime example of this is their traditional attire, characterized by black hemp fabric tunics with a V-neckline embellished with…

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“Ná Nhèm – A festival dedicated to the male genitalia procession in Vietnam.

Several countries around the world such as Japan, Greece, and even Vietnam continue to uphold the tradition of "ceremonial procession" during special occasions with various symbolic meanings. Time: Takes place on the 15th day of the first lunar month every year.Location: Mỏ village communal house (Trấn Yên commune, Bắc Sơn district, Lạng Sơn province). Historical background of the festival. The procession of the male genitalia symbol is one of the unique rituals to pray for luck and peace during the spring festival of Ná Nhèm (Trấn Yên commune, Bắc Sơn district, Lạng Sơn province). Significance: According to the local people,…

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Hà Giang is a place where flowers blossom from the rocky mountains.

The region of Ha Giang is renowned for its rugged beauty and unique landscapes that captivate the hearts of photography enthusiasts. Each visit to this northernmost part of Vietnam fills me with a sense of renewed wonder and excitement, as if experiencing it for the very first time. Ha Giang, with its harsh summer heat and chilly winters occasionally blanketed in snow, offers a pristine environment and a landscape that is unforgettable. This land is aptly named the "land of blooming rocks," showcasing raw and untouched beauty that leaves a lasting impression. Nature has gifted this region with vibrant seasons…

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Experience the magic of old Vietnam in breathtaking color photos preserved by Albert Kahn.

Over 100 years ago, there are color photos of Vietnam in the "planet repository" of Albert Kahn. In 1909, Albert Kahn, a millionaire banker - also a famous French philanthropist, began a ambitious project: to build a repository of color photos of all the different cultures around the world using the most advanced color photography technique at the time invented by the Lumière brothers in 1907. 一百多年前，阿尔伯特·卡恩的“星球宝库”里就收藏着越南的彩色照片。1909年，百万富翁银行家、法国著名慈善家阿尔伯特·卡恩开始了一项雄心勃勃的项目：利用卢米埃尔兄弟1907年发明的当时最先进的彩色摄影技术，建立一个收藏世界各地不同文化的彩色照片的宝库。 This process used the autochrome color photo technique, making it easy to capture photos with accurate colors. As an idealist and internationalist, Albert Kahn believed he could use his vast wealth to create…

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“Vietnam showcases its stunning beauty through the lens of an international photographer.

"Vietnam showcases its stunning beauty through the lens of an international photographer. Why is this article important to you? This article is essential as it provides you with details about the perception, discovery journey, locations, and even the time taken to capture the surreal beauty of Vietnam. Through the lens of photographer Daniel Kordan, Vietnam emerges with a vibrant and picturesque color palette. The photograph portrays the beauty of Ban Gioc waterfall (Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province). This unique waterfall on the Quay Son river lies on the border between Vietnam and China. Daniel shared that capturing Ban Gioc…

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Thái Bana – The king of portrait photography in the Great Forest.

Thái Bana is one of the most renowned photographers today, with his works gaining thousands of likes and hundreds of comments and shares when posted for interaction within the community. His soulful portrait photographs captivate viewers with the natural beauty of his subjects' eyes and facial expressions. A brief introduction to the author, Thái Bana, whose real name is Nguyễn Ngọc Thái, born on August 21st, 1990 and residing in Đăk Hà district, Kontum province. In a conversation with Thái Bana, he revealed that his current gear includes a Canon 1Dx Body Camera, 16-35F/2.8 and 70-200F/2.8 lenses, and a Phantom4…

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Tim Page – A close confidant of Vietnamese photography

Hailing from a humble background in England and Australia, at the age of 17, Tim Page had to leave home and travel to the Middle East, India, and Nepal to make a living. Carrying a Nikon 3x4 camera on his shoulder, he arrived in Laos to work for the American news agency UPI, capturing the events of the coup in Laos in 1965 before moving on to Vietnam to work as a war correspondent. He was a renowned freelance photojournalist known for his work in Vietnam and Indochina, selling many photos to leading news agencies and publications such as UPI,…

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Honoring Ancestral Roots: The Timeless Ritual of Le Cap Sac Among the Dao People.

Perhaps there are no words that can fully capture the beauty of the 12-lantern ritual ceremony of the Red Dao people in Lao Cai. If we were to use one word to describe this most significant ritual, we should see it through the lens of "heart", a heart that originates from the "spiritual heart" in rituals and also stems from the "wholeheartedness" in the desire to demonstrate the maturity of Red Dao men in fulfilling their responsibilities to themselves, their community, and their nation. The event commenced with a ceremony welcoming the guest of honor to preside over the official…

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