23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Cycling Through History

In Isfahan’s ancient bazaar, a lone cyclist moves through arches of brick and light. The quiet rhythm of motion meets centuries of stillness, where history and everyday life softly intertwine.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 01.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Isfahan, Iran
Camera: iPhone 15 Pro
Copyright: © Tony Ivan Namian