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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Coexistence of koi and lotus

The photo shows the scene of koi and lotus in the water, both of which are the most representative animals and plants in China. Koi symbolizes good luck, lotus symbolizes sanctity, and the two complement each other, symbolizing the beauty and purity of people's lives. This photo was taken in Dai Temple,Tai'an City, Shandong Province, China.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2023
Date Uploaded: 10.2023
Photo Location: Tai‘an, China
Camera: iPhone 11
Copyright: © SHENGGE XU