21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
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On a stormy afternoon, children from a nearby village joyfully played in the sand along the riverside. The simplicity and playfulness of their rural childhood were evident in their carefree laughter and energetic activities. Despite the stormy weather, their innocent play highlighted the resilience and joy that can be found in the simplicity of rural life. The riverside became a playground, a space where the challenges of the stormy weather were overshadowed by the sheer delight of childhood.

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Date Taken: 07.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: India
Copyright: © Sunita Aich