20th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Ghaf Tree

This Ghaf tree is growing alone in the sands of the Empty Quarter, UAE. The Ghaf tree is the national tree of the UAE as it is essential for the animal and plant life in this desert ecosystem, and symbolizes resilience, peace, and stability.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 01.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2022
Photo Location: United Arab Emirates
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Copyright: © Rachel Blaser