23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Mindfulness in the Moment

Tarut Bay and its rich coastal habitats, including the mangroves and extensive mudflats, attract a dazzling variety of seasonal visitors, especially during the winter (November to March) and the spring/autumn migration periods.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2025
Date Uploaded: 12.2025
Photo Location: Saudi Arabia
Camera: Canon EOS 800D
Copyright: © Afsal Cholayil