Peaceful fishing village on northern Vietnam's Da River

By Vietnam News
Sat, April 13, 2024 | 10:46 pm GMT+7

In the vibrant town of Hoa Binh, the northern province of Hoa Binh, nestled amid majestic mountains and winding rivers, lies a serene fishing village at the foot of the Hoa Binh 3 bridge.

Situated peacefully on the banks of the Da River, this quaint fishing village in Thinh Lang commune captures the essence of tranquility.

The fishing village is located in Thinh Lang commune, Hoa Binh town, Hoa Binh province, northern Vietnam. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

The fishing village is located in Thinh Lang commune, Hoa Binh town, Hoa Binh province, northern Vietnam. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

With 72 households and 247 members, life revolves around fishing. The villagers live on raft houses floating on the water and rely on the abundant natural fish sources of the Da River while also using cages to cultivate fish like carp, boosting their income.

Inside the kitchen of a home on the Da River. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

Inside the kitchen of a home on the Da River. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

Visitors will be captivated by the authentic and industrious way of life embraced by the local community. The village exudes a tranquil ambience, reminiscent of the gentle flow of the Da River during the dry season.

The picturesque mountains and tranquil rivers provide a beautiful scene, especially during the serene evenings on the Da River, where the fishing village rests beneath the Hoa Binh 3 bridge. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

The picturesque mountains and tranquil rivers provide a beautiful scene, especially during the serene evenings on the Da River, where the fishing village rests beneath the Hoa Binh 3 bridge. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

Throughout the day, adults embark on their daily work routines while children attend school. As the afternoon sets in, the village comes alive with the joyous laughter of children at play and families prepare dinner.

 The Da River during the sunset. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

The Da River during the sunset. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

Despite the arduous nature of their work and the unpredictable incomes, the villagers persistently toil and steadfastly rely on the river for their livelihoods. While their hearts yearn for stability and life on the ground, they remain dedicated to their craft, hoping for a future where they can eventually establish roots ashore.

The villagers rely on fishing on the Da River. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

The villagers rely on fishing on the Da River. Photo courtesy of Vietnam News Agency.

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