The “Heritage Photographic Contest – Journey of Heritages 2023” will be kicked off on April 1, stressing the importance of preserving cultural heritage and natural values.
| The photo titled “Cham girls” by Huynh Phu/Photo tour 2010. Photo courtesy of Heritage Magazine |
Submissions should be sent to the organizers from April 1 to July 31, while the results will be announced in August 2023.
The winning photos will be widely used in publications, media, or social networks at home and abroad to promote the values of Vietnam’s cultural heritage as well as Vietnam’s tourism.
Professional and non-professional photographers, Vietnamese citizens, or foreigners living and working in Vietnam aged 18 years or older are eligible to participate in the contest.
Entries to the contest should focus on heritage themes such as historical and cultural relics, art and architectural works, and Vietnam’s beautiful landscapes and people.
The submissions can be divided into three categories of photosets, including single images and magazine covers.
The entries can be sent via e-mail: [email protected] with the title “Heritage Photographic Contest 2023 – Category (Singer/ Photosets/ Magazine’s Cover) – Name of the photograph – Name of the photographer.
| Listening to the Ting Goong music by Du Muc. Photo tour 2009 |
The 2023 Heritage Photo Contest has 16 prizes worth over VND250 million (US$11,000).
The organizing committee will select the best photos for an exhibition in September 2023.
“Heritage Photographic Contest – Journey of Heritages 2023” is a professional photo contest for Vietnamese and international photographers organized by Heritage, the in-flight magazine of Vietnam Airlines, since 2013.
Now in its 9th year, the event aims to promote Vietnam’s culture, beautiful landscapes, and friendly people.
| Portrait of a Brau Lady by Le Viet Khanh. Photo tour 2019 |
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Calligraphy performance by Hairpiano. Photo tour 2020
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