The contest will contribute to introducing the images of the two capitals to international friends; and create an exchange environment for the francophone community and lovers of France.

All Vietnamese and French citizens, overseas Vietnamese in France and others can send photos to the organizing board of the contest.

Each contestant can send a maximum of ten photos and notes, including photo name, the time and place the photo was made, and comments and ideas in less than 100 words.

The organizing board will receive photos from August 15 to November 15. Results will be announced on December 15 at the website of the Hanoi Union of Friendship Associations at www.haufo.gov.vn. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place on December 31 in Hanoi.