Coastal Bounty: The Daily Seafood Traditions of Vietnam's Shorelines

Two men are on a small blue fishing boat anchored in the ocean. One man, shirtless, is leaning over the side of the boat. Another man, wearing a light-colored shirt, is seated in the boat and appears to be adjusting something. A blue, round, basket-like boat is tethered to the fishing boat and floats alongside it. The water is calm and turquoise. In the background, two other small boats are visible. The fishing boat has a tarp providing shade.

A young person rows a basket boat across a body of water with several larger boats moored in the background and buildings visible on the shore. The person is wearing a blue shirt and is using a single oar to propel the boat. The water is choppy, and the sun is shining, creating reflections on the surface.

A vertical video shows a body of water filled with numerous small fishing boats. The boats are of various colors, including blue, green, and orange, and are anchored in the water. In the foreground, two round, tub-like boats are visible on the shore, one blue and one red, with a wooden paddle in the blue boat. The water is a clear, turquoise color. In the background, a city skyline with tall buildings and mountains can be seen under a clear blue sky with scattered white clouds. The scene appears to be a harbor or bay in a coastal city. There are no people clearly visible in the video.

A high-angle, medium shot captures a coastal scene in Nha Trang, Vietnam, under a bright, clear sky. The foreground is dominated by several rounded, blue buoys resting on a sandy beach littered with debris. One buoy, partially wrapped in purple and green fabric and secured with chains and ropes, is positioned in the lower-left quadrant. To its right, a large, blue, bowl-shaped basket lies on its side, containing a wooden paddle with holes. Further back, concrete blocks form a raised embankment along the sandy shore. The middle ground features a turquoise ocean with several small, round fishing boats, known as "thúng chài" or coracle boats, scattered on the water. In the upper middle ground, a weathered blue and green fishing vessel with a canopy is moored offshore, its hull partially submerged. The background shows a distant coastline with palm trees and hazy mountains, with other fishing boats visible on the horizon. The water's surface is rippled and reflects the sunlight, creating a shimmering effect.

The image captures a vibrant scene in Nha Trang, Vietnam, with a backdrop of towering, modern apartment buildings. In the foreground, a fleet of blue fishing boats bobs on the calm sea, their colorful hulls and bright red trim creating a lively contrast with the blue water. One boat, with the registration "KH-04998-TS" visible, displays a prominent red stripe along its gunwale and is equipped with a canopy, suggesting it is actively used for fishing. Another boat, partially obscured, shows a similar blue hull and red trim. Further back, more boats are visible, some appearing to be older and more weathered than the ones in the immediate foreground. The city skyline, dominated by numerous high-rise buildings, stretches across the horizon, indicating an urban coastal setting. The sea is a tranquil expanse of blue, reflecting the clear sky. A flagpole with a red flag stands tall on one of the boats, adding a touch of patriotic color to the scene. The overall impression is one of a bustling fishing community nestled against the backdrop of a rapidly developing modern city.

The video shows a fleet of small fishing boats anchored in the ocean. The boats are of various colors, including blue, green, red, and white. The water is calm and clear, with a few gentle waves. In the background, there are mountains and a hazy sky. The boats appear to be in a harbor or a bay, as they are close together and not actively sailing. There are no people visible in the video, suggesting the boats are either unattended or the people are inside the cabins. The overall impression is one of a peaceful, serene maritime scene.

The image shows a body of water filled with numerous small fishing boats of various colors, including blue, green, red, and white. Some boats are moored closer to the shore, while others are farther out in the water. The water is clear and turquoise, with visible ripples. In the foreground, two rounded boats are resting on a concrete and rocky shore. One is blue with a wooden oar inside, and the other is red on the inside and blue on the outside, also with a wooden oar. The shore is made of concrete slabs and scattered rocks. In the background, a hazy mountain range can be seen along the horizon under a clear blue sky with scattered clouds. The scene appears to be a fishing harbor or bay, likely located in or near Nha Trang, Vietnam, given the style of the boats and the coastal landscape. There are no people visible in the image.

A vertical video captures a collection of colorful fishing boats bobbing on a calm, blue sea. The boats are predominantly painted in shades of blue, green, and red, with some featuring orange accents or tarps. In the background, a city skyline with tall buildings is visible on a distant coastline, with hazy mountains beyond. The sky is clear and bright, suggesting a sunny day. There are no people clearly visible within the boats, though some may be on board. The scene appears to be a harbor or a bay.

Two individuals are on the shore next to a blue boat. The boat has text on its side that reads "A.TIEN 0917189776". The person in the foreground is wearing a light brown shirt and a grey helmet, and appears to be pushing the boat. The person in the background is wearing a yellow hooded jacket, black pants, and a dark bag slung over their shoulder. They are standing with their back to the camera. The water is calm with small ripples. The shore is made of sand and concrete. The scene appears to be in a harbor or along a coastline, consistent with areas found in Nha Trang, Vietnam.

This is a medium shot of a coastal scene in Nha Trang, Vietnam, with several boats visible on a sunny day. In the foreground, two bright blue, round baskets, possibly for fishing or transport, are resting on a concrete embankment. One basket contains a wooden oar and some rope. To the left of these, a portion of another blue, cylindrical object, possibly another boat or container, is visible, with a purple item draped over it. Behind the embankment, the clear, turquoise water of the sea is calm, with small waves gently lapping the shore. Scattered on the water are several other boats. A larger, older fishing boat with a blue and red hull and a canopy is anchored in the middle ground, with at least two individuals visible on its deck. Further out in the water, smaller boats, including a blue one and a dark-colored one, are also present. The background shows a hazy coastline or island. The overall impression is of a typical harbor or fishing village scene.

A person wearing a hat and mask is crouching on the side of a road, next to a red and black motorcycle. They are holding some small seafood items and are in the process of cleaning them. There are various items around the person, including a yellow bucket with "NIPPON PAINT" written on it, a large metal bowl filled with water, plastic bags containing more seafood, and a pink basket. The ground is paved with a textured surface. In the background, there is a road with vehicles and some manicured bushes. The scene appears to be outdoors on a sunny day.

Two individuals, one wearing a pink hooded sweatshirt and the other a red hooded sweatshirt with white stripes on the sleeves, are engaged in preparing fish on a paved street in Nha Trang, Vietnam. The person in red is crouching and appears to be cutting fish with scissors. Numerous small fish are scattered on the ground around them, with some in a large turquoise tub filled with water. Other bowls and a blue basket are also present. The scene suggests a street-side market or a preparation area for selling fish. Shadows from trees are cast on the asphalt road in the background.