23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Solitude Beneath the Vaults of Vakil Mosque
A lone figure stands beneath the magnificent vaulted ceilings of Vakil Mosque in Shiraz, Iran. The symmetry, stone columns and intricate tilework capture the peaceful atmosphere and architectural mastery of this historic Persian landmark.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 12.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Shiraz, Iran |
| Camera: | ILCE-7RM4A |
| Copyright: | © Amin Malekzadeh |