Sunrise in Hanh Phuc commune, Lao Cai province - Photo: Vu Ngoc Thien
Hanh Phuc commune, located in Lao Cai province, was established by merging Tram Tau town, Xa Ho commune, Hat Luu commune, and Ban Cong commune (formerly part of Yen Bai province).
The appeal of Hanh Phuc commune
The new name, both familiar and unfamiliar, has attracted the attention of tourists exploring the Northwest mountainous region. Among them is photographer Vu Ngoc Thien. He visited Hanh Phuc commune on a day in July and captured beautiful moments that have captivated the hearts of many travel enthusiasts.
Vu Ngoc Thien told Tuoi Tre Online that his trip to Hanh Phuc commune stemmed from his desire to conquer Hang Te Cho waterfall in Lang Nhi commune - one of the "four deadly places" of Northwest Vietnam, formerly part of Yen Bai province.
"However, when I arrived here, I was surprised and attracted by the name of the new commune, Hanh Phuc (Happiness). I decided to take a series of photos of this place early in the morning, from 6:30 to 8:30."
"Early mornings offer soft, fresh light, making images more radiant and special than at other times of the day. The photos also become more beautiful and clear," shared Mr. Ngoc Thien.
In the early morning, everything is fresh and gentle.
A peaceful moment at the start of a new day.
The golden terraced rice fields welcome the first rays of sunlight.
A priceless moment of capturing the light.
Photographer Vu Ngoc Thien has visited Lao Cai province many times during his travels, photography trips, backpacking, and hiking, and this is his third time in Hanh Phuc commune. His previous two visits were for climbing Ta Xua mountain and for charity work at Ban Cong boarding school.
He said that the roads are now more convenient and easier to travel on than before, so getting to the shooting locations isn't difficult. On the other hand, he also researched the shooting locations beforehand to save time searching.
I've taken many photos in Ha Giang (now Tuyen Quang), Son La, Lao Cai… Because I've traveled and photographed so much, I have a special affection for this Northwest region. It's an indescribable feeling when I hold a camera and capture the natural scenery and people there.
Vu Ngoc Thien
Work begins in Hanh Phuc commune.
The mother went to the fields early in the morning while the baby was still fast asleep.
The radiant smiles of children in the highlands greet the new day.
The kind eyes of an elderly person
Photographer Vu Ngoc Thien said he had seen many beautiful photo collections of the Northwest mountainous region. To stand out, he chose to focus on capturing beautiful moments and precious light rather than choosing the right frame.
“The curves of the terraced rice fields, the joyful smiles of the children… all these moments appeared as naturally as possible, with no staging involved in this photo series.”
"With the new name 'Happiness Commune' at a time of national transition, following the merger of localities that took place at the beginning of July, I also wanted to use this moment to express this new change. The light that begins a new day also marks the beginning of a new future that awaits," Mr. Ngoc Thien confided.
Vu Ngoc Thien, born in 1989, is a freelance photographer from Thai Binh (now Hung Yen). He specializes in landscape and travel photography.
From a bank employee (a graduate of the Banking Academy), Vu Ngoc Thien resigned to pursue his passion, travel more, and photograph the natural landscapes, culture, and people of Vietnam.
The sun shyly cast its first rays of light from behind the rolling hills.
Peaceful early morning in the Northwest mountains.
The photographer captured the moment when sunlight filtered through the trees.
The commune of Hạnh Phúc is changing every day, with more convenient roads.
A moment of tranquility found only in the Northwest mountainous region.
Majestic nature welcomes the new day.
During the rice harvest season
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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/ngay-moi-binh-yen-tuyet-dep-o-xa-vung-cao-hanh-phuc-20250718104243061.htm
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