23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
The Colors of Tradition

Bundles of brightly dyed incense dry under the sun in Quảng Phú Cầu, Vietnam, while a local craftsperson arranges them. The scene highlights the colors, tradition, and meticulous work behind this centuries-old craft.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 12.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Quảng Phú Cầu, Vietnam, Cambodia
Camera: ILCE-7M4
Copyright: © Diego De Munari