Anyone embarking on a journey through Vietnam is overwhelmed by the beauty and cultural diversity of the country. Vibrant metropolises like Hanoi, Saigon, or Da Nang, with their typically chaotic traffic, bustling young life in the streets, and aromas and flavors that engage all the senses. Colonial architecture in abundance and increasingly modern cities. Fragrant, delicious Vietnamese coffee. All of these may be reasons that draw travelers back to Vietnam time and again. Perhaps the allure also lies in life in the countryside, in smaller towns and the jungle, or the fascinating, seemingly endless coastline with its dreamy lagoons and pristine white sandy beaches. Right next to it, a green patchwork of lush rice fields enchants the eye. Olaf Schubert, a highly awarded photojournalist and author, has been living in Asia for over 20 years.