Off-the-beaten-track fishing village in Sam Son Beach

Nestling by the Sam Son beach is the forgotten village of Van Chai, dating back to a hundred years ago. The coastal village is home to bustling scenes as overnight fishing boats return at dawn.

Jasmine Le

lehang1997hanu@gmail.com October 29, 2020 | 16:21

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Off-the-beaten-track fishing village in Sam Son Beach

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Lying at a corner of Sam Son beach, Van Chai fishing village is filled with groups of local fishermen preparing to set sail every day. The fishermen often venture out in the evening and return at around 5-6 am in the next morning.

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One fisherman in Van Chai fishing village pulling his boat ashore after a nighttime fishing trip.

As boats heading inland at dawn, women have already gathered at the shore, waiting for their husbands or sons' catches to sort out and bring to the market for selling.

The golden light of the morning sun perfectly matches the blue color of the sky and vast ocean, making the morning scene in the area a colorful picture filled with the beauty of Mother Nature and people's labor.

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Just a small bagful of fish would be enough for a meal.

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Morning is often the busiest time in the day, as it welcomes boats of fish heading ashore.

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Local people sorting out the different catches of fish for selling.

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Locals pull fishing nets from the boat.

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Fishing has been the livelihood of many local in Van Chai village.

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Hetic atmosphere of merchants and fishermen gather for trading.

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Locals look for fish from nets

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Basketful of newly-caught fish.

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Fish awaiting merchant to buy.

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