The hardworking women of the fishing village
(Baonghean.vn) – They are people born by the sea, or perhaps married to fishermen, and thus, the waves, the wind, and the salty air have become ingrained in their lives.These images were captured in the Quỳnh sea area of Nghệ An province.
| "Marrying a fisherman means your soul is tied to the mast," for generations, women in coastal villages have eagerly awaited the return of their husbands from the open sea, burdened with the responsibility of earning a living. Each return of a fishing boat dispels worries and adds to their excitement... Photo: Ho Long |
| They also participate in pulling in the nets every morning. Photo: Ho Long |
| These strong, sturdy hands are no less impressive than those of men who brave the waves and wind. Photo: Ho Long |
| People are busy grilling fish right on Quỳnh Phương beach. Photo: Hồ Đình Chiến |
| And here are the women raking for clams on Quynh beach. Photo: Ho Long |
| Sorting clams right on the beach for sale. Photo: Ho Long |
| The shadows of conical hats on the fish drying area in Quynh Phuong. Photo: Ho Long |
| A woman from Quynh Thuan salt village in the twilight. Photo: Ho Long |
Ho Long - Ho Chien.
