Almaty-based photographer Dmitry Dotsenko has shared another stunning image, capturing the season’s first full moon — the «Golden Moon» — above Kazakhstan’s southern capital, with the iconic «Golden Man» statue silhouetted against the pre-dawn sky.
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The photos were taken at 5 a.m. using a telephoto lens. As the Moon aligned with the silhouette of the Saka warrior, it created a striking moment that made the early start worthwhile. The two elements complement each other beautifully.
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