Saturday, June 13, 2026 · Updated Saturday, June 13, 2026
Đà Nẵng, VietnamThe coastal waters of Central Vietnam hold a distinct rhythm, one best experienced from the low-slung curve of a traditional basket boat. Known locally as *thuyền thúng*, these circular vessels are woven from bamboo and coated with waterproof resin, representing a brilliant marriage of historical ingenuity and daily utility. Originally developed to bypass colonial-era boat taxes, they remain a vital part of the region's maritime heritage.

This image depicts a busy canal lined with traditional Vietnamese basket boats, likely in the Hoi An area, which is near Da Nang, Vietnam. The boats, brightly colored in blue, yellow, green, and red, are filled with seating and are moored in the dark water. Several individuals are visible. In the foreground on the left, a young woman with long blonde hair, wearing a grey t-shirt, yellow shorts, and sneakers, stands on stone steps, holding a phone. To her right, a man wearing a red vest over a black shirt and a black cap is standing in a basket boat, holding a rope. Further back in the canal, another man in a red vest and black pants is rowing a basket boat with an oar, while another person in a conical hat is seated in a boat. Shops with thatched roofs and palm trees line the canal, with some buildings under construction in the background. The sky is a clear blue with some wispy clouds.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:22 AM · 108.5k attention
Steering these round craft through the narrow canals requires a unique, figure-eight paddling technique. Experienced guides navigate the waterways with remarkable grace, gliding past dense groves of water coconuts that rise from the brackish banks. The dense green foliage filters the morning sun, creating a cool, dappled light across the water's surface as boats drift together in quiet progression.

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Nha Trang Ward, Vietnam · 73 memoriesThe image depicts a waterfront scene with numerous round, basket-shaped boats docked in murky water. These boats, known as "thuyền thúng" or coracles, are characteristic of Vietnam. The boats are brightly colored, with green, blue, and yellow accents, and some have blue padding. In the background, a rustic, thatched-roof building with bamboo supports and brick foundations serves as a cafe or shop. Palm trees and lush greenery surround the structure, and colorful lanterns and flags adorn its eaves. A person in a red shirt is visible standing on a wooden staircase leading up to the building. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a sunny day. The location is likely a tourist area in Da Nang, Vietnam, possibly near the Hoi An Ancient Town or a riverfront attraction, known for these unique boats used for tours and transport. The water appears somewhat polluted, with reflections of the boats and the building distorting on its surface.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:24 AM · 7.5k attention

While some areas have embraced a lively tourist atmosphere complete with music and performance paddling, quieter stretches of the canals offer a peaceful glimpse into local life. Travelers wearing traditional conical hats sit low to the water, feeling every gentle swell of the current. It is a slow, tactile way to explore the ecosystem, far removed from the bustling energy of nearby urban centers.
The video shows a canal filled with many round basket boats. The boats are brightly colored with red, yellow, blue, and green. Some boats are empty, while others have people in them. One boat has two women wearing conical hats, and a man is rowing. Another boat in the foreground has a man wearing a red shirt and a conical hat, sitting and holding an oar. In the background, there are buildings with red roofs and some palm trees. There are also some thatched-roof structures along the canal, possibly shops or restaurants, decorated with lanterns. The water appears dark, and the sky is blue with some clouds. The overall scene depicts a scenic location, likely a tourist area in Southeast Asia.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:23 AM · 7.2k attention
This is a vertical video of a canal filled with many circular, colorful basket boats, some occupied by people. In the foreground, a person in a red shirt and a conical hat is sitting in a basket boat, holding a paddle. To the left, another person in a blue shirt and conical hat is paddling a boat. In the middle ground, several people are seated in basket boats. In the background, there are buildings with thatched roofs, palm trees, and other structures. The sky is blue and clear. The water in the canal is dark and murky. Several people are wearing conical hats. Some of the boats have colorful decorations. The overall scene appears to be a tourist area.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:24 AM · 6.4k attention
The craftsmanship behind each vessel is a testament to generational skill. Local artisans select specific bamboo stalks, curing and splitting them before weaving the tight, flexible hulls. This meticulous process ensures the boats are light enough to carry but strong enough to withstand the coastal elements, preserving a functional art form that continues to define the landscape of Da Nang and Hoi An.

The image depicts a scene at the Hội An Ancient Town market in Đà Nẵng, Vietnam. Several tourists are enjoying a boat ride in traditional basket boats along a narrow canal. The boats, painted in vibrant green and yellow, are filled with people wearing conical hats, suggesting a sunny day. One boat is closer to the foreground, with a woman in a red shirt and a conical hat visible. Another boat behind her has a woman in a white shirt and a yellow conical hat. Further down the canal, a man in a black tank top is paddling a boat, and another person in red is also visible. A wooden bridge spans the canal overhead, adorned with a red lifebuoy and some red flowers, adding a touch of color to the tropical foliage surrounding the area. The water is murky, with sunlight reflecting off its surface, indicating it's daytime. The atmosphere appears to be relaxed and leisurely, capturing a typical tourist experience in this historic Vietnamese town.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 7:05 AM · 6.0k attention

A sunny daytime shot captures a narrow, dark-water canal lined with palm trees and thatched-roof structures that appear to be shops or restaurants. Several round, brightly colored basket boats, typical of Vietnam, are moored in the canal. In the foreground, a green basket boat with "08400" painted on its side is prominent. Further down the canal, a few people are seated in basket boats, enjoying the scenery or a ride. One boat contains two individuals; the person in the foreground, wearing a white shirt and straw hat, is taking a selfie with their phone. The background features more basket boats and the vibrant, tropical vegetation. The overall impression is a lively, tourist-oriented scene in a tropical locale. This appears to be a scene from Hoi An, which is near Da Nang, Vietnam, known for its basket boat tours through palm forests.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:24 AM · 5.6k attention

The image depicts a man wearing a conical hat and a blue shirt, holding a wooden oar while sitting in a boat on a canal in Hoi An, Vietnam. He is looking towards the camera with a serious expression. The boat appears to be a traditional basket boat, made of woven bamboo. The canal is lined with palm trees and buildings with red roofs, suggesting a tropical environment. In the background, other boats are visible, and people are walking along the canal bank. The water is murky and reflects the sunlight, creating a shimmering effect. The overall scene captures a moment of daily life in a Vietnamese riverside community.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:27 AM · 0.5k attention
In Đà Nẵng, Vietnam, three individuals are seated in a round, green basket boat navigating a narrow, murky waterway. Two individuals in the foreground wear conical straw hats. The person on the left, facing partially away from the camera, wears a white t-shirt and has a black and gray patterned fanny pack. The person to their right, also wearing a conical hat, is mostly obscured, with only their legs visible. A third person, wearing a blue long-sleeved shirt and a conical hat, is positioned behind the other two, holding a paddle and propelling the boat forward. Their shirt displays Vietnamese text. The boat is surrounded by lush, green vegetation, including palm trees, and the water reflects the bright blue sky. In the background, several other similar boats can be seen on the water, and there are structures with colorful flags and signs suggesting a tourist or market area. The scene depicts a water tour or activity within a tropical environment.

In a canal in Da Nang, Vietnam, several circular basket boats are navigating under a wooden pier. The scene is illuminated by daylight, with a clear blue sky visible. In the foreground, a green basket boat contains two individuals wearing conical hats, one of whom is rowing. Another blue basket boat is to the left, with a person in a dark shirt and hat on the left side, holding a wooden oar in the water. In the background, more basket boats are visible, as well as buildings with palm trees and a Vietnamese flag. The water in the canal appears murky.
Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:27 AM · 0.4k attention
This image depicts a busy canal lined with traditional Vietnamese basket boats, likely in the Hoi An area, which is near Da Nang, Vietnam. The boats, brightly colored in blue, yellow, green, and red, are filled with seating and are moored in the dark water. Several individuals are visible. In the foreground on the left, a young woman with long blonde hair, wearing a grey t-shirt, yellow shorts, and sneakers, stands on stone steps, holding a phone. To her right, a man wearing a red vest over a black shirt and a black cap is standing in a basket boat, holding a rope. Further back in the canal, another man in a red vest and black pants is rowing a basket boat with an oar, while another person in a conical hat is seated in a boat. Shops with thatched roofs and palm trees line the canal, with some buildings under construction in the background. The sky is a clear blue with some wispy clouds.
A first-person perspective video shows a view from a round, basket-like boat in a narrow waterway. The boat is filled with various items, including a blue tarp and yellow bamboo poles. In the foreground, the back of a person wearing a blue shirt and a conical hat is visible. The shirt has white lettering that appears to be in Vietnamese. The waterway is lined with more similar boats, many of them brightly colored green and yellow. In the background, palm trees and thatched-roof structures suggest a tropical setting. A Vietnamese flag flies from one of the structures. Several other people, also wearing conical hats, are visible in other boats and near the shore. The water is dark and calm, reflecting the blue sky and green foliage. The overall impression is one of a vibrant, bustling market or tourist area in Vietnam, possibly a river or canal.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:24 AM · 0.1k attention
The image depicts a waterfront scene with numerous round, basket-shaped boats docked in murky water. These boats, known as "thuyền thúng" or coracles, are characteristic of Vietnam. The boats are brightly colored, with green, blue, and yellow accents, and some have blue padding. In the background, a rustic, thatched-roof building with bamboo supports and brick foundations serves as a cafe or shop. Palm trees and lush greenery surround the structure, and colorful lanterns and flags adorn its eaves. A person in a red shirt is visible standing on a wooden staircase leading up to the building. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a sunny day. The location is likely a tourist area in Da Nang, Vietnam, possibly near the Hoi An Ancient Town or a riverfront attraction, known for these unique boats used for tours and transport. The water appears somewhat polluted, with reflections of the boats and the building distorting on its surface.

The image depicts the interior of a casual outdoor restaurant, likely in Đà Nẵng, Vietnam, characterized by its extensive use of bamboo for construction and furnishings. Red Chinese lanterns hang from the bamboo-slatted ceiling, and woven conical lamps also provide illumination. The dining area features long, low bamboo tables and benches, some set with simple place settings and a tissue box. In the background, additional dining tables are visible, as well as potted plants and what appears to be a display of clothing on a rack behind a glass partition. Two electric fans are present, one oscillating near the entrance and another mounted on a pole in the background. The overall ambiance is rustic and tropical.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:16 AM
The video shows a canal filled with many round basket boats. The boats are brightly colored with red, yellow, blue, and green. Some boats are empty, while others have people in them. One boat has two women wearing conical hats, and a man is rowing. Another boat in the foreground has a man wearing a red shirt and a conical hat, sitting and holding an oar. In the background, there are buildings with red roofs and some palm trees. There are also some thatched-roof structures along the canal, possibly shops or restaurants, decorated with lanterns. The water appears dark, and the sky is blue with some clouds. The overall scene depicts a scenic location, likely a tourist area in Southeast Asia.

The image depicts an outdoor seating area of a cafe or restaurant in Đà Nẵng, Vietnam, characterized by a rustic, natural aesthetic. The foreground is dominated by a bamboo structure, forming part of the roof and support columns, with two empty bamboo chairs visible. Beyond the bamboo structure, a vibrant bougainvillea tree laden with bright pink flowers stands prominently. Red ribbons are tied to the tree's branches, adding a decorative or symbolic element. The ground is covered with a mix of concrete, gravel, and vegetation, with several potted plants scattered around. In the background, traditional red Vietnamese lanterns are hung, suggesting a cultural influence. A white building with a textured wall is partially visible to the left, and a fan is positioned to the right. The scene is bathed in natural sunlight, creating shadows and highlighting the textures of the bamboo and foliage. There are no people visible in the image.
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Đà Nẵng, Vietnam · Jun 13, 2026, 6:19 AM
This is a vertical video of a canal filled with many circular, colorful basket boats, some occupied by people. In the foreground, a person in a red shirt and a conical hat is sitting in a basket boat, holding a paddle. To the left, another person in a blue shirt and conical hat is paddling a boat. In the middle ground, several people are seated in basket boats. In the background, there are buildings with thatched roofs, palm trees, and other structures. The sky is blue and clear. The water in the canal is dark and murky. Several people are wearing conical hats. Some of the boats have colorful decorations. The overall scene appears to be a tourist area.
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