23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Nomadic Bakhtiari woman

This image captures a moment from the Bakhtiari nomadic migration: a Bakhtiari woman in traditional dress carrying a cradle on her back — a symbol of continuity, resilience, and the passing of life from one generation to the next. It reflects the vital role of women in nomadic culture, where movement, tradition, and heritage live side by side in the heart of nature.

Photo Detail
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Chahar Mahal Bakhtiari, Koohrang Mountains, Iran
Camera: Canon EOS 6D Mark II
Copyright: © Shirkoo MAMAGHA