23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
A reflection of Hope , A journey of Light, A minimalist Dream in Purple and Gold .

A tiny, vibrant vessel of dreams drifts across an infinite canvas of blue, navigating the liquid gold of the sun's reflection. The serene seascape captures a moment of quiet adventure and peaceful possibility, where the vastness of the water meets the simple hope embodied by the little paper boat.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2025
Date Uploaded: 12.2025
Photo Location: Dhenkanal, India
Camera: Canon EOS 80D
Copyright: © Rakesh Kumar Mahalik