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 |