Chuck Kuhn's Asia in Photos: Vietnam Impression’ competition launched

Saturday, July 19, 2008

Vietnam Impression’ competition launched

The Dau An Vietnam (Vietnam Impression) slideshow contest was launched Friday by the Vietnam Association of Tourism.

Competitors are encouraged to submit slideshows of both their own photos as well as found photos set to background music and their own text that express their feelings for a particular location in Vietnam.

Some 70 percent of the photos in each entry must be originals.

The first prize winner will take home VND15 million (US$895) while second and third place will get VND10 million ($597) and VND5 million ($298) respectively.

People of all ages from Vietnam and abroad can take part in the event.

Submissions will be accepted until October 18.

Those interested may visit the Dau An Vietnam website, www.dauanvietnam.com, for more information.

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“I can’t say what made me fall in love with Vietnam - that a woman’s voice can drug you; that everything is so intense. The colors, the taste, even the rain. Nothing like the filthy rain in London. They say whatever you’re looking for, you will find here. They say you come to Vietnam and you understand a lot in a few minutes, but the rest has got to be lived. The smell: that’s the first thing that hits you, promising everything in exchange for your soul. And the heat. Your shirt is straightaway a rag. You can hardly remember your name, or what you came to escape from. But at night, there’s a breeze. The river is beautiful. You could be forgiven for thinking there was no war; that the gunshots were fireworks; that only pleasure matters. A pipe of opium, or the touch of a girl who might tell you she loves you. And then, something happens, as you knew it would. And nothing can ever be the same again.”
― Graham Greene, The Quiet American

Tips on Travel to Vietnam

It's always warm in Southeast Asia apart from high mountains, so leave the heavy clothing at home. Cotton and breathable fabrics are always better than synthetics -- although cotton does wrinkle a lot when traveling! December through April is roughly the dry season in that region, although it can still rain a little. December is a good time to go in terms of temperature -- cooler than in the humid summertime. Either way, wearing more clothing (shirt sleeves and long pants) is always more respectful towards the Asian culture, especially when visiting temples and rural areas.