A distinguished-looking elderly man with a handlebar mustache is wearing an ornate red turban and matching red and white traditional attire adorned with intricate embroidery. The man's ensemble, including a red tunic with gold embellishments and white pants, suggests he is a guard or attendant at a palace or royal residence. The image captures him standing against the backdrop of a building with arched entryways, likely a historic fortification or castle. The setting, with its distinctive Rajasthani architecture and desert landscape visible in the background, indicates this photograph was taken in the western deserts of India, as mentioned in the provided context.

Smiling Palace Guard in Indian Desert

Met this man in the west deserts of India. He look so distinguished I thought he owned the castle we were at... I asked for a photo expecting a no but he looks at me gives me the heartiest smile ever and nods.

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