The image captures a moment in the bustling Khujand Market in Tajikistan , where the energy is high and people are rushing, yet there’s a sense of peacefulness in the chaos.

Amidst the fast movements and noise, a young boy runs to the stairs, sits down, and begins to cry.

Though the reason is unknown, the scene is deeply touching. In the middle of all the activity, he takes a moment to close his eyes and reflect. Before long, a sense of calm returns, and he is smiling again.

The picture contrasts the market’s hectic pace with the boy’s quiet moment of self-reflection.

Credits: Sasha Ronneburger (Germany)

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