U.70 couple and their boat drift on rivers for over 20 years selling jars, pickled vegetables

For over 20 years, Mr. Nguyen Van Son and Ms. Ho Thi Yen, both 65 years old and residing in Thanh Phu commune, Vinh Long province, have dedicated their lives to earning a living on the rivers of the Mekong Delta. Daily, they navigate their boat, laden with jars (lu) and pickled vegetables (kieu), through the intricate network of canals and waterways to sustain themselves. This nomadic life on the river has become an inseparable part of the couple's existence as they continue their traditional trade. The boat serves not only as their means of income but also as their mobile home for more than two decades. This demanding work requires perseverance and good health, especially with continuous travel and interaction with customers at various locations along the river. They represent a characteristic aspect of the riverine culture of Vietnam's Southwest region.

Key points
* Mr. Nguyen Van Son and Ms. Ho Thi Yen, aged 65, have been earning a living on the river for over 20 years. * They use their boat to transport and sell jars and pickled vegetables, navigating through the canals and waterways of the Mekong Delta. * The couple resides in Thanh Phu commune, Vinh Long province.

Nguồn / Source: Thanh Niên - Thời sự