22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
HARVESTING TRADITION AMIDST THE PEAKS
This serene photograph captures a local farmer harvesting Damask roses amidst the breathtaking landscape of Jebel Akhdar, Oman. Known as the Green Mountain, Jebel Akhdar's high altitudes and cool climate create the perfect conditions for rose cultivation. The vibrant pink roses, blooming in abundance, are a signature crop of the region and are traditionally used to produce rose water, an essential part of Omani culture and cuisine. The dramatic backdrop of rugged mountains under a cloudy sky adds to the photo's charm, reflecting the unique harmony between nature and tradition in this picturesque setting.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 04.2024 |
Date Uploaded: | 12.2024 |
Photo Location: | Jabal akdhar, Oman, Oman |
Camera: | X-T3 |
Copyright: | © Shyjith Onden Cheriyath |