23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
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During my trip to Cappadocia, I couldn’t sleep one morning, so I stepped out onto the balcony of my room. I pulled out my phone and captured this photo on the spot because I didn’t have my camera with me. This image, which later earned an exhibition award in international competitions, represents a truly magical moment.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2018
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Cappadocia, Türkiye
Copyright: © Ali Budak