Light of the Fatherland

Contest Entry Code: dfe4361da28648f4a0be4369ea23d4e1

Unit: Individual

Place of creation: 415/47 To Ky Street, Hamlet 36, Hoc Mon Commune, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Xã Hóc Môn, Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam

The photograph captures the dazzling beauty of Ho Chi Minh City at night, with the highlight being a high-rise building illuminated by LED lights in the shape of the red flag with a yellow star – the sacred symbol of the nation. Under a cloudy night sky, the light from the streetlights reflects onto the Saigon River, creating a magical and romantic scene. The bridge connecting the two banks shines brightly, adding to the vibrancy of the picture. Surrounding the building, rows of modern apartment buildings with brightly lit windows evoke the bustling urban life, yet remain imbued with a sense of peace as the light gently reflects on the water's surface. The overall image is both modern and prosperous, yet also contains a sense of national pride, with the national flag illuminated and flying high in the heart of the city.