23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Drone/Aerial
Sacred Devotion, Troubled Waters

Muslim worshippers performing Friday prayers atop a floating bridge, with a polluted river flowing beneath. The image contrasts spiritual devotion with the harsh reality of environmental degradation, symbolizing resilience amidst crisis. The river’s dark, contaminated waters highlight the urgent need for ecological awareness whereas the scene blends faith and nature.

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Date Uploaded: 12.2025
Photo Location: Bangladesh
Camera: L2D-20c
Copyright: © Pinu Rahman