23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Chhat pooja near Amber Fort
A group of devotees, predominantly women draped in vibrantly colored sarees and wraps, stand partially submerged in the waters of Maota Lake, performing a ritual offering on a moody, overcast day. In the background, the majestic and sprawling Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, rises dramatically from the surrounding Aravalli Hills, overlooking the lake. The misty weather and the reflection of the figures in the water add a sense of serene solemnity to this beautiful cultural scene in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Jaipur, India |
| Camera: | NIKON Z 6_2 |
| Copyright: | © Sanjay Joshi |