Having a happy Vietnam is a phrase with positive meaning, expressing the desire and belief in a bright, prosperous future for Vietnam. And it is not just a slogan but also a goal, built on the foundation of sustainable development, focusing on people, and preserving traditional values.
Author Vo Thanh Vinh with many angles of photos shows a Vietnam with rich cultural traditions, on the path of strong development to integrate. Vietnam.vn would like to introduce to readers the photo works that author Vo Thanh Vinh sent to participate in the "Happy Vietnam - Happy Vietnam 2025" Award .
Work: “Crossing the Mountain with Strings – Journey to Light Up the Homeland”.
At a height of tens of meters, in the vast space of Nghe An mountains and forests, workers are diligently constructing the 500kV line 3. The project not only carries great expectations for national energy security, but is also a symbol of the spirit of brave labor, contributing to bringing electricity far and wide, lighting up every corner of the country.
Work: Dai Tue Pagoda shimmering at night
Located on the top of Dai Hue Mountain, Dai Hue Commune, Nghe An Province, Dai Tue Pagoda is brilliantly lit in a magical atmosphere at sunset. The photo captures the panoramic view of the pagoda, which stands out with its majestic architecture in the middle of the mountains and forests, attracting a large number of tourists and Buddhists to come and worship. This is not only a meaningful spiritual destination but also a place where the harmonious beauty of nature and Buddhist culture converge.
Work: The hand that holds the soul of Nam Dan
At a traditional soy sauce factory in Nam Dan (old place name), Nghe An province, a woman is diligently checking each jar of soy sauce under the porch, among dozens of large and small jars arranged close together. Although time and weather may have faded the old lime walls, her hands still preserve the flavor of her homeland through each batch of fragrant soy sauce. This is not only a job, but also a journey to preserve a unique culinary culture of this land of talented people.
Work: Dramatic competition at the 2025 National Wrestling Championship
From May 12 to 18, 2025, at the Gymnasium of the Sports Training and Competition Center of Nam Dan District (old) Nghe An Province, the 2025 National Traditional Wrestling Championship officially opened, attracting the participation of hundreds of wrestlers from provinces and cities across the country. In the exciting atmosphere of the stands, the matches took place fiercely, demonstrating the martial spirit and national cultural identity. The tournament is not only an opportunity for athletes to compete and improve their professional skills, but also contributes to preserving and promoting the value of traditional Vietnamese wrestling.
Work: Wrestlers compete
From May 12-18, 2025, at the Gymnasium of the Sports Training and Competition Center of Nam Dan District (old) Nghe An Province, the 2025 National Traditional Wrestling Championship officially opened, attracting the participation of hundreds of wrestlers from provinces and cities across the country. In the exciting atmosphere of the stands, the matches took place fiercely, demonstrating the martial spirit and national cultural identity. The tournament is not only an opportunity for athletes to compete and improve their professional skills, but also contributes to preserving and promoting the value of traditional Vietnamese wrestling.
Work: Exciting basket boat racing festival in Cua Lo
On April 18, 2024, at Cua Lo beach (Nghe An), the traditional basket boat racing festival took place in a jubilant atmosphere, attracting a large number of locals and tourists. The colorful basket boats were skillfully controlled by experienced rowers, creating a dramatic and exciting competition on the water. This is a unique cultural activity, contributing to preserving the traditional beauty of coastal fishermen and promoting local tourism.
Work: Lam River in the early morning mist in Anh Son
A peaceful moment of the Lam River on an early morning in Anh Son Commune, Nghe An Province. A thin layer of fog covers the area, the sunlight shines through the mountains, creating a magical and poetic scene. The river gently meanders through the green carpet of the mountains and forests, reflecting the gentle light of dawn, bringing a sense of peace and serenity to the countryside of Nghe An.
Work: Farmers busy in the fields of the new crop season
Farmers diligently cover their young corn with plastic to keep their cornfields moist, preparing for a promising harvest. The fertile strips of land interspersed with yellow mustard fields create a peaceful working scene, demonstrating the industrious spirit and attachment to the fields of Vietnamese farmers.
Work: Exciting traditional boat racing festival in Anh Son
On the morning of March 12, 2024, thousands of locals and tourists flocked to the riverbank in Anh Son, Nghe An province to attend the dramatic traditional boat racing festival. The racing teams, dressed in colorful costumes, unanimously steered their dragon boats to break away amid loud cheers from both banks. The festival is not only an opportunity to compete in physical strength and team spirit, but also a unique cultural activity, contributing to preserving and promoting the traditional beauty of the locality.
Work: Hello
Farmers are working in the field in Van An commune, Nghe An province.
Work: Brilliant spring colors in the heart of Vinh city (Old place name)
In the bustling atmosphere of the beginning of the new year 2024, many people came together to Ho Chi Minh Square and the central park to enjoy spring, take pictures and enjoy the brilliant scenery of the spring flower street. The yellow chrysanthemums and bright red poinsettias were elaborately arranged, mixed with laughter, creating a joyful and warm atmosphere. This is an opportunity for everyone to preserve beautiful moments with family and friends and welcome a peaceful and happy new year.
Work: The smile of an electrician on the construction site of 500kV line 3
In the photo is an electricity worker constructing the 500kV line 3 through Nghe An province. Under the scorching summer sun, he still has an optimistic smile, showing his enthusiasm for work and pride in contributing to a key national project. The 500kV line 3 is not only of technical significance but also a symbol of the determination to ensure energy security and develop the country's economy.
Work: The joy of an electrician on the construction site of 500kV line circuit 3
At the construction site of the 500kV line 3 in Nghe An, the electricity workers smiled brightly, holding high the national flag, expressing their optimism and determination to overcome the sun and rain to complete the task. This key project contributes significantly to ensuring national energy security and developing the North-South power transmission system.
Work: People are proud when the 500kV line passes through their hometown
Looking at the towering electric poles in the middle of the fields, Nghe An people could not hide their pride and happiness. The 500kV line 3 – a national key project – not only carries a strong electric current but also lights up the belief in the development of the homeland. For the people here, each span of the electric bridge is a solid step forward to bring the country further.
Work: People admire the power plant in the middle of a peaceful countryside
In a peaceful countryside of Nghe An, two people sat by a lotus pond, watching the 500kV line 3 gradually take shape amidst the beautiful natural space. The towering electric poles stood out among the green of the forest and fields, showing the harmony between modernity and tradition, between development and preserving the beauty of the homeland.
Work: Innocent little steps among ancient peach trees
Late afternoon, amidst the quiet space of the mountains and forests of western Nghe An, the small footsteps of the students returning home after school. The image of them crossing the rows of ancient peach trees, holding hands tightly, sheltering each other under small umbrellas, creates a peaceful and touching scene. The innocent faces, clear eyes in the middle of the wild nature are proof of the spirit of overcoming difficulties and being good children of the mountains, where letters are cherished with every step.
Work: In the golden sunshine, the salty smell of the sea
Under the bright sunshine of Nghe An sea, people are busy drying anchovies on large, long nets. The job seems simple but requires meticulousness and quickness to dry the fish evenly. The salty smell of the sea and the smell of dried fish blend together to create the unique flavor of the traditional craft village. Each batch of dried fish is the result of many drops of sweat, the main source of income for many coastal families.
Work: Flag-raising ceremony and flying the national flag on the occasion of the 135th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's birthday
On the morning of May 19, at Ho Chi Minh Square, Vinh City, Nghe An, the flag-raising ceremony and the flying of the national flag took place to celebrate the 135th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's birthday. The flag, covering an area of 2,025 square meters, was raised in a solemn atmosphere, expressing deep respect and gratitude to Uncle Ho.
Work: Dreamy purple flower road
The road covered with purple Bauhinia flowers in Kim Lien commune, Nghe An province, captivates many people every time the flowers bloom. The straight rows of Bauhinia trees, blooming with purple and pink, stretch along both sides of the road, creating a poetic and peaceful scene in the middle of a countryside rich in revolutionary traditions - the homeland of President Ho Chi Minh. This is not only a highlight of the local landscape but also a favorite destination for locals and tourists every early spring.
Work: Countryside scent
The photo captures a beautiful moment on a rural road stretching through lush green rice fields. Both sides of the road are decorated with rows of blooming purple Bauhinia trees, creating a poetic and peaceful scene. There are few vehicles, the open space is full of the breath of Vietnamese countryside. This is not only a traffic route but also a unique tourist attraction, attracting passersby to stop and admire the scenery and take souvenir photos.
We invite readers and photographers from home and abroad to continue sending photos and videos to participate in the "Happy Vietnam 2025" Award . The award is organized by The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in collaboration with the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists and Vietnam Television organized . Thereby, to continue to introduce and promote the image of the country, Vietnamese people, cultural values, nature across the country; arouse national pride, self-esteem and aspirations for development in all classes of Vietnamese people to join hands to build Vietnam to be increasingly prosperous, prosperous and happy.
Deadline for submission of works: From May 22, 2025 to September 30, 2025. Entries are accepted online at : https://happy.vietnam.vn Contestants: Vietnamese citizens and foreigners aged 15 and over The award consists of two categories: Photo and Video. Each contest category (photo and video) will have one First Prize worth 50,000,000 VND, two Second Prizes worth 30,000,000 VND, three Third Prizes worth 15,000,000 VND, 10 Encouragement Prizes worth 5,000,000 VND, one Most Voted Work Prize worth 5,000,000 VND. The Organizing Committee encourages and will award a creative prize in each category (photo and video) worth 20,000,000 VND for works with new ideas, creativity in content and form of expression. In addition, the Organizing Committee will award monthly prizes including First, Second, and Third prizes to the highest voted works of the month in each category. The Jury will select the award through two rounds of Preliminary and Final, both online and in person. |
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