Vietnam 30 Years Ago: Photographer's Candid Record of Daily Life
In 1995, American photographer Geoffrey Hiller visited Vietnam for the first time, documenting the simple daily life in Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Da Lat, Hue, and Hanoi. His work captures a tranquility distinct from today, alongside early signs of economic development.
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