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