Exhibition "A strip of mountains and rivers" and introduction of photo book "The sea of human heart"

On August 15, at the Hoan Kiem Lake Cultural Information Center (No. 2 Le Thai To, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi), the Vietnam Sea and Islands Association coordinated with the People's Committee of Hoan Kiem Ward - the Management Board of Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Quarter and a number of units... to organize the photo exhibition "A strip of mountains and rivers" and introduce the photo book "The sea of people's hearts".

Ribbon cutting ceremony to open photo exhibition and book introduction.

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day September 2, to honor the historical, cultural, sovereignty and achievements of the country during the 80-year journey of independence, the Vietnam Sea and Islands Association in coordination with the People's Committee of Hoan Kiem Ward - Hoan Kiem Lake Management Board and Hanoi Old Quarter solemnly organized a photo exhibition and book introduction.

The event was attended by many delegates and guests from the Navy Command; representatives of the commanders of Regions 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and the Brigades under the Navy Command; the Vietnam Coast Guard; Border Guard; representatives of the Hanoi People's Committee; the Department of Culture and Sports , the Department of Tourism, the People's Committee of Hoan Kiem Ward; agencies, organizing units, coordinating with a large number of artists, journalists, photographers, researchers of history, culture, sovereignty of sea and islands and people of the Capital.

The exhibition is designed modern and solemn.

The event is a cultural and artistic activity to honor and educate the tradition, while at the same time arousing patriotism and national pride among the people, especially the young generation. At the same time, this is also an opportunity to express deep gratitude to history and to the people who have been preserving the sacred sovereignty of the Fatherland.

The exhibition also opens up a meaningful cultural and artistic space, connecting tradition and modernity, spreading national pride in every Vietnamese person.

History professor Le Van Lan was present very early.

Through documents, images, artifacts and thematic exchange activities, the event contributes to widely promoting the beauty of the country, Vietnamese people and territorial sovereignty, from the border to the islands; affirming the historical and legal basis of Vietnam for sacred territories, especially the sea and islands; introducing the journey of connection - gratitude "The country and the river are connected in one strip" carried out by engineer-photographer Tran Thanh, Chairman of the Vietnam Sea and Islands Association, covering 9,817km along the length of the country in 40 days by motorbike.

The event introduces the photo book "The Sea of Human Heart" - an elaborate publication, 200 pages thick, 24x28cm in size, published by the Information and Communication Publishing House in July 2025.

The model of Truong Sa island landmark attracts many viewers to check-in.

The exhibition "A strip of mountains and rivers" is divided into many display contents. The main display contents include: 50 large-size photos (60x90cm) divided into 2 thematic groups: 25 photos of borders, national landmarks, the extreme points of the Fatherland and the beauty of Vietnamese people and nature; 25 photos of Vietnam's seas and islands, including Truong Sa and DK1 Platform.

Photo books and postcards about Truong Sa attract special attention.

The works were taken by the authors: Tran Thanh, Le Viet Khanh, Vo Cong Danh Viet. In addition, there are also electronic documents, including: videos, images from the journey "Non song lien mot doi" to help the public access and learn vividly.

With an exhibition area of about 150 square meters at the Ho Guom Cultural Information Center, designed in a modern and professional manner, using a cable car system, large posters, large backdrops, applying digital technology for online exhibitions, focusing on the depth of content... the public had many rich and truly moving experiences.

The exhibition space also creates a highlight with the display of thematic artifact cabinets supported by the Navy Museum and the Youth Academy.

Meritorious Artist Khanh Hoa performed impressive songs at the opening ceremony.

With an exhibition area of about 150 square meters at the Ho Guom Cultural Information Center, designed in a modern and professional manner, using a cable car system, large posters, large backdrops, applying digital technology for online exhibitions, focusing on the depth of content... the public had many rich and truly moving experiences.

The exhibition will last for one month (from August 15 to September 15, 2025). During the exhibition, the Organizing Committee will organize a series of exchange and thematic activities to spread the event's message to the public, such as: Exchange and talk on the topic "Pride of a strip of mountains and rivers" with the participation of engineer, photographer Tran Thanh and guest speaker "Green Truong Sa" introducing the project of planting 1 million trees for Truong Sa.

The works focus on spreading proud images of the country and people of Vietnam.

The program "Moon of the Sea" is also organized to support and interact with the Mid-Autumn Festival for children of officers and soldiers at sea and islands; welcome performances by art troupes and students; organizing group visits to exhibitions: for students from primary to university levels in the capital.

Chairman of Vietnam Sea and Islands Association Tran Thanh spoke at the event.

We cherish each photo to become a bridge, taking viewers on a journey across the length of the country, from Lung Cu flagpole standing steadfast in the northern wind, to border markers in the deep forests, and then out to the distant islands, where the red flag with yellow star still flutters amidst the vast waves...

Mr. Tran Thanh - Chairman of Vietnam Sea and Islands Association

Accompanying the two main units, the Vietnam Sea and Islands Association and the People's Committee of Hoan Kiem Ward - Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Quarter Management Board, are also the following units: Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB); Navy Museum; Youth Academy; Information and Communication Publishing House...

Photo book "Sea of human heart" at the exhibition space.

Mr. Tran Thanh, Chairman of the Vietnam Sea and Islands Association, author of the photo book "The Sea of the Heart" and other photos displayed at the exhibition, shared: "From beautiful photos of the lands and seas of the Fatherland, we cherish each photo to become a bridge, taking viewers on a journey along the length of the country, from the Lung Cu flagpole steadfast in the northern wind, to the border markers in the deep forests, and then out to the remote islands, where the red flag with yellow star still flutters in the vast waves. Each photo, when scanned with the QR code, will open up bilingual Vietnamese-English stories, so that Vietnamese people and international friends can also understand the beauty, history and significance of each place name".

Photos are presented creatively, increasing interactivity.

"I always think that patriotism sometimes does not start from grand concepts but from an emotional look when seeing how beautiful our homeland is, from thoughts that have been transformed into practical actions to make the country more beautiful and rich. Therefore, in addition to the frames, we introduce the book "The Sea of Human Hearts" - where the pages are like waves touching the soul, evoking pride and love", engineer-photographer Tran Thanh emphasized.

The public was curious and moved by the artifact, a tile that contributed to the construction of Truong Sa.

The organizers said that every Saturday afternoon will be dedicated to holding a discussion. These are both conversations and opportunities to sit together and listen to stories from soldiers on remote islands, from researchers studying the sea and islands, and from the fishermen who are working at sea every day. Each story is a grain of salt, a drop of sweat, a song... that seeps into people's hearts.

Many photos are captioned with poems to inspire the public.

"We want in this exhibition space, everyone can also hold in their hands a book of poems, a postcard, or a bar of soap with the scent of their homeland's herbs... to feel that patriotism sometimes starts from very small, familiar things. All revenue from these products will be sent to the charity programs '1 million green trees in Truong Sa' to green the remote islands, and 'Moon of the sea' to send love to children at the forefront of the wind and waves", the representative of the Organizing Committee said emotionally.

The square-shaped banyan tree from Truong Sa has arrived in Hanoi.

According to the Organizing Committee, the team especially appreciates the invitation to schools. The exhibition takes place right on the occasion of the opening of the school year. If students can come here, feel the majestic length of their Fatherland, and hear real stories, then that extracurricular activity will become an unforgettable memory.

Patriotism, then, is no longer a theoretical lesson but becomes a real emotion, a real desire, a real action. If each of us carries in our hearts a piece of the sea and islands, whether it is a photo, a story or a seedling grown on a distant island, then the strength of solidarity and love for the Fatherland will spread like waves, connecting all regions in a lasting and profound way.

MAI LU

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