23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
The Peaking Temple
An eight-star pagoda sits in perfect symmetry, cradled by two embracing branches. Below, a decorative fence delineates its sacred territory, while above, a vibrant symphony of vermilion, gold, cyan, and burgundy declares its timeless, majestic beauty against the natural world.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 07.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Beijing, China |
| Camera: | Canon EOS R6 |
| Copyright: | © Anton El Haddad |