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The Boats of Tam Cốc

Numerous green rowboats docked tightly together on a clear day, with a few individuals visible among the boats.

“The Boats of Tam Cốc”
Location: Tam Cốc, Bích Động, Vietnam
Date: August 2025
Photographer: Scarlett Finn @scarlettfinnn
Affiliation: Undergraduate Student
Home Country: Canada
Category: Arts & Culture
Award: Honorable Mention
2025 International Photography Exhibition

“A sea of traditional green sampan boats fill the dock at Tam Cốc, Vietnam. Each one is paddled by foot, by local women guiding visitors through the local rivers and caves. The boats not only represent local transportation, but are also symbols of local craftsmanship and cultural endurance.”