The ‘Proud of Vietnam’s Frontier Zone’ photo exhibition was opened to the public at Bach Dang Park on Phu Quoc Island off Kien Giang Province in southern on Tuesday, bringing a feast for the eyes to domestic and international visitors.

As many as 187 photos depicting the charming beauty of the country’s border areas and picking out cultural features are being showcased at the exhibition, co-organized by the Party Central Committee’s propaganda department and the Kien Giang Province Party Committee.

These photos were aimed at introducing the beauty of border scenery and cultural values, while promoting patriotism among Vietnamese, said Nguyen Thanh Phong, head of the propaganda commission of the provincial Party Committee.

The exhibition was also meant to raise people’s awareness of Vietnam's land and sea sovereignty, and to honor border forces who protect the country at all times, Phong said.

Throngs of local revelers and foreigners visited the exhibition area to admire these photos and witness the beauty of Vietnamese’s daily life on Tuesday.

“Through these photos, I feel the grandeur of Vietnam’s frontier zone,” said an international tourist, named Lena.

“Moreover, I learn more about Vietnamese customs, habits, and culture. 

“I do love Vietnam.”

In 2022, the Party Central Committee’s propaganda department held a national art photo competition titled ‘Proud of Vietnam’s Frontier Zone,’ featuring the participation of many photographers.

The organizer selected 22 outstanding photos to award prizes, and picked 187 works for display.

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