18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Sunrise Above the Clouds
The view from the top of Haleakalā, a shield volcano on Maui. As the sun broke the cloud line, the park ranger performed the “E Ala E” sunrise chant, creating a moving spiritual experience.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 06.2019 |
Date Uploaded: | 07.2020 |
Photo Location: | Haleakalā National Park, Hawaii, United States of America |
Camera: | ILCE-7RM3 |
Copyright: | © Peter Gifford |