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dragon boat

The photo shows a moment of a dragon boat race. The boats are 12 m long and accommodate 22 people - 20 rowers. The photo captures a moment at the end of a dragon boat race. In the foreground, a person crouches down, wearing a traditional Vietnamese conical hat (nón lá), focused on taking a photograph of a dragon boat. The boat is returning to shore after the race, with the team members still aboard. The vibrant atmosphere of the event is reflected in the dynamic scene, with the energy of the race still palpable in the air. The image conveys a sense of tradition, celebration, and the excitement .

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 06.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: SOFIA, Bulgaria
Camera: NIKON D7000
Copyright: © Desislava Ignatova