The Mekong Delta provided me with so many stellar photographs. When I finished writing my planned post on the Delta, I found myself thinking that I hadn’t done it visual justice. I took some amazing photographs (if I do say so myself), so I thought I would share them in this additional photo essay.
All the boats seem to have 'faces'
I found the Mekong Delta to be very vibrant. It was the first time that I’ve seen a place so reliant on water for transportation.
Even the tourists get in on it!
Many companies offer tours to the Delta. The first day of my tour was full of the items also included in a one day itinerary. So we came across many more tourists than on the second day.
Just going about everyday life
The reality of everyday life on the river becomes apparent, when you come across people like this man. Luckily, everyone was incredibly friendly, constantly yelling “Hello!”
The start of the floating market
The following photos were all taken at the floating market. It would become repetitive for me to explain over and over, so I’ll just leave you to it.
This was a fluke but I enjoy it nonetheless
Waiting for buyers
With business comes camaraderie
There are both big boats and little boats
The 'goods'
At the helm
This is one of my favourite pictures from the market
I found the floating market to be a great experience. Although we couldn’t participate, it was wonderful being an observer to it all.
On our way to the Muslim Village
The next day (and last hours in Vietnam) were spent visiting an Muslim minority on the outskirts of Chau Loc. These women were incredibly adept at controlling the boats.
The floating village near Chau Loc. Love the colours!
No trip to the Muslim village is complete without a stop at the fish farms first. There were thousands of fish held in nets in the decks of these houses! When you fed them, they went crazy (like spastic waterpark, or hose you can’t control crazy!)
That pretty much draws an end to my posts from Vietnam. I have one more up my sleeve that I promise will be good times!
Love your photos, Heather! Catching up again on your blog …. great to see that you’re still enjoying your travels and having a terrific time.
Thanks Irene!