23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
At Ease

In the villages of China—especially in the Lingnan region—life often feels warm, free, and serene. If you wonder where that peace comes from, just look at the dog’s expression. It lies lazily on the ground, basking in the sun without a care in the world. Such calm and freedom are the most precious sights of rural life.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Kaiping, China
Camera: Canon EOS R100
Copyright: © Bruce Yu