Vietnam’s history of railway was intimately linked to the French colonial past. The Hanoi - Saigon trans-Vietnam route, completed in 1936 and initially bearing the name of Trans Indochina, enabled the connection with the Chinese border at the time. Severely damaged during the Indochina war and separated into two sections in 1954, the historic railway rose from its ashes after the fall of the Saigon regime in 1975. An important element in the country’s transport system, the Hanoi - HCMC route quickly rose to become a symbol of reunification and Vietnam’s growth.
View of tàu Thống Nhất (the Reunification Train, the trans-Vietnam train) from the platform – PHOTOS: ADRIEN JEAN
The following photos capture some key moments of a journey through time and history, interspersed with some beautiful encounters and landscapes telling the story and the diversity of Vietnam.
What a wonderful view!
Conversations on the train platform at a station in central Vietnam
An inspector is folding bed sheets after passengers left the cabin
Coffee is available to passengers
A little girl is having a snack in the train corridor
The Hanoi central train station at night
The train passes through a residential area in Hanoi
The fourth display of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2024 illuminated the night sky in Vietnam's central capital with a spectacular showcase of pyrotechnics. Audiences were mesmerized by the stunning performances from the Chinese and Finnish teams, who painted the night with vibrant colors and intricate choreography, leaving tourists and residents of Da Nang in awe.
The province of Quang Tri bore the brunt of the Vietnam War, enduring relentless bombardment and tragic loss of life. This region witnessed some of the most intense and devastating battles, leaving indelible marks on the landscape and in the hearts of those who called it home. The aftermath of the war left a legacy of resilience and determination, as the people of Quang Tri persevered to rebuild their lives and communities from the ashes of conflict.
KANSAS CITY, Missouri - In a dramatic opening to the Copa America tournament, the United States suffered an early exit on Monday. A solitary goal from Group C winners Uruguay was enough to seal their fate, as the Americans finished third in the group, with Panama advancing in second place.
The tranquil vicinity of Ngoc Khanh Lake is set to undergo a transformative makeover, as it embarks on a journey to become a pedestrian-only zone. This initiative marks the second of its kind in the district and the seventh in the entire city.
The Embassy's booth at the World Gastronomy Festival, a recent event within the Francophone community in Tehran, proved to be a huge draw for visitors. As part of the Organization Internationale de la Francophonie's activities on July 4th, the booth showcased a tantalizing array of culinary delights, captivating the interest of food enthusiasts and curious passersby alike.