The markets were not only a place to trade and exchange goods, but also a place for gathering, information exchange and community activities.
Below are valuable documentary photos of the markets of the Vietnamese in the past, reflecting the national culture.
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Cau Giay Market, Hanoi |
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Ky Lua Market, Lang Son province. |
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A dog market in the outskirts of Hanoi |
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A vegetable market in Hanoi |
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A corner of a flower market in Hai Phong city. |
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A buffalo market in Thanh Hoa. |
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A bamboo market along the Red River. |
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A corner of Buoi market in Hanoi. |
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A market in Hung Yen. |
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Lach Tray Market in Hai Phong. |
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A village market in the South. |
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Ba Diem Market in Saigon. |
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A market in Soc Trang province. |
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