22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Shades of mountains behind the mighty Tso Moriri
In this mesmerizing photograph, Tso Moriri stretch out beneath the majestic, layered mountains, their hues shifting from deep blue to pale gray as they rise toward the sky. Amid this breathtaking landscape, three migratory birds soar gracefully over the lake, their presence a quiet reminder of the seasonal rhythms that connect distant lands. The birds glide effortlessly, their journey framed by the vastness of the mountains and the stillness of the water below. Together, they add life and movement to this serene, timeless scene, blending the beauty of nature’s stillness with the silent passage of travelers across this remote and sacred Himalayan lake.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 06.2023 |
Date Uploaded: | 09.2024 |
Photo Location: | India |
Camera: | ILCE-7M3 |
Copyright: | © Shovan Dhara |