An exhibition tracking the history of Hanoi’s markets is underway at the Vietnam Women’s Museum on the occasion of International Women’s Day (March 8).
The event, which runs from March 6 to April 15, showcases various archive photos and market-themed stories from sellers and buyers, many of them women.
Many of Hanoi’s traditional markets, which were formerly known as “Ke Cho”, have turned into commercial centers or disappeared altogether as a result of urbanisation. However, for many people they remain a memorable part of the capital’s history and culture.
The exhibition aims to enhance public awareness of the role that markets played in urban life – generating jobs, creating a meeting spot for friends and popularising the image of Vietnam to international tourists.
Exhibition organisers are using their platform to call for the whole community, including organisations and policy makers, to work together in preserving the traditional culture of markets, contributing to the economic growth and enhancing local spiritual life.
An exhibition site featuring rural markets selling over 40 farm produce is also taking place at the museum from March 6-9.-VNA
The event, which runs from March 6 to April 15, showcases various archive photos and market-themed stories from sellers and buyers, many of them women.
Many of Hanoi’s traditional markets, which were formerly known as “Ke Cho”, have turned into commercial centers or disappeared altogether as a result of urbanisation. However, for many people they remain a memorable part of the capital’s history and culture.
The exhibition aims to enhance public awareness of the role that markets played in urban life – generating jobs, creating a meeting spot for friends and popularising the image of Vietnam to international tourists.
Exhibition organisers are using their platform to call for the whole community, including organisations and policy makers, to work together in preserving the traditional culture of markets, contributing to the economic growth and enhancing local spiritual life.
An exhibition site featuring rural markets selling over 40 farm produce is also taking place at the museum from March 6-9.-VNA
