Author Archives: Thiện Trần

The hard work of coal mining along the Cai Con River

Charcoal making (burning wood to make charcoal) is a traditional occupation of people in the charcoal production area in Nga Bay City, Hau Giang Province. The craft village has been around for nearly half a century, although it is hard work, many people still stick with it to make a living. Hard work Along the calm Cai […]

Elbow grease and rugged beauty: mangrove charcoal

Producing mangrove charcoal is a traditional craft in the southernmost province of Cà Mau, and it can still be found today in Ngọc Hiển District. Burnt matter: Worker sorts through charcoal from the kilns. — VNA/VNS Photo Huỳnh Thế Anh Viet Nam News Producing mangrove charcoal is a traditional craft in the southernmost province of […]