Old Vietnamese Markets Through Black And White Photos
These old photographs still show the vibrancy of Vietnamese life.
Vietnamese markets are not only a place to trade and exchange goods, but also a meeting point, exchange information and connect community members.
Let's scroll down to explore valuable documentary photos of the market of the Vietnamese people in the past, which reflects the national culture.
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| Cau Giay Market. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| Ky Lua Market, Lang Son. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| Dog market on the outskirts of Hanoi. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| A vegetable market in Hanoi. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| A corner of the flower market in Hai Phong. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| Buffalo market in Thanh Hoa. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| Bamboo market along the Red River. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| A corner of Buoi market in Hanoi. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| A market in Hung Yen. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| Lach Tray Market in Hai Phong. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| A corner of the village market in the South. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| Ba Diem Market, Hoc Mon (Saigon). Photo: vietnamnet. |
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| A market in Soc Trang. Photo: vietnamnet. |
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