Hanoi Old Quarter Exhibition in Paris
On 14 April, an exhibition of photographs, paintings and installations entitled ‘Hanoi, 36 streets’ by Vietnamese French artist Vuong Pat Cam opened at the Vietnam Cultural Centre in Paris.
On 14 April 2025, an exhibition of photographs, paintings, and installations entitled ‘Hanoi, 36 Streets’ by Vietnamese-French artist Vuong Pat Cam opened at the Vietnam Cultural Centre in Paris, continuing to celebrate Vietnamese art and culture in a global context.
The exhibition spans several decades and showcases 20 silk paintings, 30 color and black-and-white photographs, and various installations that recreate the vibrant atmosphere of the Hanoi Old Quarter and its residents. This captivating display runs until 4 May 2025 and includes live traditional Vietnamese dances, songs, and poetry recitals performed by talented Vietnamese students studying in France.
Vuong Pat Cam is a Vietnamese-French artist of Thai ethnic minority descent. Born in Laos, he moved to France at the age of 12 for his education and has built his life there since. Although he has never lived in Hanoi, he proudly identifies as a Hanoian, expressing that the city and its people hold a special place in his heart.
The Hanoi Old Quarter, known as the oldest continuously developed area in the city, boasts a rich history spanning over 2000 years and embodies the cultural essence of Hanoi. Traditionally, the area consists of 36 streets, each known for a specific trade, such as silk or jewelry. Despite recent modernization efforts by local authorities that have transformed parts of the Old Quarter, visitors can still appreciate its beauty and unique characteristics while wandering through its winding streets.
