“Hanoi, a City Etched in Heart and Soul”: A love letter to Hanoi, as seen through the eyes and lenses of its elderly photographers.
Memorable Hanoi: A City’s Resilience and Transformation Photographer Trinh Hai, a nonagenarian, has dedicated his life to capturing Hanoi’s essence and beauty. Photo: Jenna Duong As autumn graced Hanoi with seasonal showers and a gentle breeze, the city welcomed a mix of emotions. Veteran photographer Trinh Hai, former Chairman of the Hanoi Elderly Photography Club, arrived at the Temple of Literature for the 19th “Hanoi in My Heart” photo exhibition. He held a collection of black-and-white documentary photos, each a testament to the city’s rich history. As he walked through the exhibition, he paused contemplatively before each image, allowing the memories they evoked to wash over him. Reflecting on a black-and-white photo titled “Prime Minister Pham Van Dong and Missile Troops Protecting the Fatherland,” Trinh Hai shared his pride in participating in the exhibition as Hanoi approached its 70th anniversary of Liberation. “My contributions this year focus pri...