Author: tjiskavw

Sapa's market is the town's center for family hangouts, hill tribe commerce, and gatherings over meals.

some of the trees and buildings in Hanoi's old town have grown up together and their history is so intertwined, you can't separate them

wandering Hanoi's old quarter is one of the most fun experiences I've had - the streets showcase a variety of colorful items, the aroma of great vietnamese food cooking and…

they act like teens anywhere - heartwarming to watch the playful energy of sweethearts!

Women carrying two baskets balanced by a pole on their shoulders, riding bikes with trays or pushing carts filled with vegetables and fruits stroll the streets to supplement family incomes.…

this couple was so cute - they were having a ball together happily posing for geeks like me who wanted to immortalize them.

women from the hill tribes come to market every day from 6 am to 2pm to sell their produce.

these colorful head scarfs identify what tribe a person belongs to

if you haven't guessed by now, I'm crazy about the colorful displays of produce found at markets - I think the vendors are artists

these are radishes believe it or not, and I was told their lovely color and size is due to "holy cow shit" which is free and plentiful!