23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
The Red Gold: Drying Chilies Under the Sun

The sun-drenched fields are covered with vibrant red chilies, laid out to dry under the open sky. A man carefully sorts through the harvest, while children walk along the path, their silhouettes contrasting against the bright colors. This image captures the essence of rural Bangladesh, where hard work meets the land's bounty.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 05.2025
Date Uploaded: 12.2025
Photo Location: Bangladesh
Camera: L2D-20c
Copyright: © Pinu Rahman