The beauty of time

On the faces of the elderly in Tuyen Quang, time does not pass – it gently settles. Each wrinkle tells a story of life: joyful seasons by the fireside, sleepless nights with the fields, and simple everyday happiness. Together, they form a picture of kindness and warmth, a familiar beauty born of souls who have devoted their lives to the mountain areas.

The joy of an elderly person in Ban Luc, Hong Thai commune.

An elderly woman goes to the early morning market in Dong Van commune.

An elderly Dao Quan Trang woman in traditional costume in Yen Phu commune.

An elderly woman at the early market in Thang Tin commune.

An elderly woman in Hoang Su Phi commune.

Hoang Niem