23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
A young novice monk pauses in quiet reflection beside an ancient temple window
Soft daylight filters through the old wooden window, illuminating a young novice monk seated in peaceful stillness. Draped in a deep red robe, he gazes upward toward the intricate carved figure on the wooden panel, creating a serene contrast between shadow and light. Behind him, the stone stupa outside glows gently in the sun, adding a timeless, spiritual atmosphere to the scene. The image beautifully captures a moment of contemplation within a historic temple setting.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 12.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Bagan, Myanmar |
| Camera: | 2201116TG |
| Copyright: | © Win Tun Aung |