23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Seoul Composition No.1
Taken during an autumn walk in Bukchon, Seoul's traditional hanok district, this layered composition captures the city's distinctive character—where traditional tiled roofs, historic architecture, and modern buildings nestle together beneath Seoul's guardian mountains. The autumn foliage adds warmth to this study of urban coexistence, illustrating how Seoul harmoniously blends centuries of history with contemporary life.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | seoul, South Korea |
| Camera: | Canon EOS R8 |
| Copyright: | © seomin lee |