The shops at Rishikesh were colorful and attractively decorated. I am very fond of stones found on the riverside so I had to click these stones (I think they are sold as a religious object?) I don’t know how they make them this ultra smooth? I actually clicked this shop because the evening light was falling…
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The Atmosphere at Rishikesh
With Chhavi photography takes a back seat. So on day two I woke up early and decided to devote two hours to taking pictures. The light played spoilsport though. On day one when we had just arrived and looking for a hotel at 7.00 am or so there was golden light. On day two there…
Rafts on a Jeep
I saw these rafts in the middle of the market near Laxman Jhula at Rishikesh. I was quite tempted to try out rafting but with Chhavi the logistics didn’t work out. But I am sure there is going to be a next time. What I have noticed is that all along the way camps have…
Lazy Sunday Photo- Monkey at Rishikesh
Just got back from a short vacation from Rishikesh. I clicked this picture at Lakshman Jhula where monkeys sit on the bridge and expect the people passing by will feed them. This was our first real vacation with Chhavi. I have to say she is quite good when it comes to big things, like being…
Myna on Cotton Tree Red Flowers
Hopefully while you read this I would be taking a short break at Uttarakhand. Should be back tomorrow. Hopefully with loads of new photos.
Skywatch Friday- More Urban Sunsets
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Green Bee Eater on a Cotton Tree
These days I am fascinated with the red flowers and the birds that come and sit on the cotton tree (Bombax Ceiba). And there are so many types of birds that like this tree! This one is called Semal in Hindi. These days I have started to compress my pictures when I post them to…