23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
The dance everyone waits for
Cham dancers in Bhutan prepare for months before they step into the festival courtyard. In this scene, a masked monk performs while rows of monks look on - one of the most anticipated moments of the celebration. People from all over the world travel here to witness this unique blend of devotion, culture, and centuries-old tradition.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Thimphu, Bhutan |
| Camera: | NIKON Z 8 |
| Copyright: | © Agnieszka Wieczorek |