22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
A trekker descending from Gokyo Ri and witnessing al Eight-thousanders
This photo captures the awe-inspiring moment of a trekker descending from Gokyo Ri, with the magnificent backdrop of the Himalayas' towering eight-thousanders. From this vantage point, the trekker is immersed in the grandeur of peaks like Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu, all standing tall above 8,000 meters. The scene highlights the solitude of the trekker amidst the vast, rugged landscape, embodying the spirit of adventure and the humbling scale of the world's tallest mountains. The crisp, clear sky and pristine snow-covered peaks create a sense of serenity, leaving an unforgettable impression of nature's raw power and beauty.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 04.2024 |
Date Uploaded: | 09.2024 |
Photo Location: | Nepal |
Copyright: | © Shovan Dhara |