23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
A Dialogue with God

In the serene corridors of the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, a man stands in quiet devotion as morning light filters through the arches. The harmony between Islamic architecture, sacred atmosphere, and the soft glow of dawn creates a moment of spiritual intimacy — a gentle reminder of the connection between humanity and the divine.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 02.2025
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: isfahan, Iran
Camera: 2201117TG
Copyright: © Mahdi Akbar