Beautiful moments in adventure

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On this grey, monsoon day, I recollect this beautiful morning (a decade ago!) when the #Sunrise view was spoiled by the brewing storm, but the majestic Machapuchare itself didn't fail to treat me with this wonderful moody view!

Such beautiful moments during adventures are etched in our memory forever! What is your favorite adventure moment that in spite of initial disappointment turned out to be a memorable one?

That view from the tent

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When you have a cozy tent that offers a perfect front seat view of snow-clad giants, you only wish for the time to pause as long as possible!

Soaking in the cinematic views of Swargarohini massif, with clear blue skies on a beautiful Summer evening.

Happy International Day of Yoga!

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It is only good that some of the best that Nature has to offer is only accessible to those who vow to remain fit, and respect Nature! Don't you think so?

Be fit, happy, and peaceful - Happy International Day of Yoga!

Pledge to be Responsible this World Environment Day

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To say, this is a scenic backwater tribal island with no electricity. But you can clearly see the impact of irresponsible mass tourism even on such remote places! Reality sucks, right?

Today out of 10 tourists visiting a place, there are definitely 2-3 selfish tourists who want all the comforts/fame at the cost of anything. They don't care about the impact they create on Nature or other earthlings. At least if we consider Nature as our extended family, is it fair to leave our family member in such a sad state at the end of our vacation? Does our vacation entitle us to create suffering and damage to others?

We are already way beyond the so called 'High Time' to think. Report says in the last 4 decades we have killed 60% of Earth's wildlife just for our own selfish survival. It is beyond high time to React. Say No to irresponsible mass tourism which is causing more damage than providing livelihood to anybody, don't fall for social media fame which is shortlived, don't fall prey to paid campaigns that wants to earn money at the cost of wiping out Nature. And please, stop expecting luxury while outdoors, just because it is your vacation. Act Responsible!

International Mt.Everest Day

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Happy International Mt.Everest Day! This day, exactly 66 years ago, the Mountaineers Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary scaled the world's highest peak!!

Can't believe it's already a decade since I stood on the peak of Kalapathar in the freezing cold, staring at the majestic black pyramidal rock. As the Sun started to rise from behind the snowclad mountains, the golden rays were deflected by the towering mountains and it lit the peak of Mt.Everest alone so beautifully. A mesmerizing moment that made all my efforts to get there, totally worth it!!

With the current climbing season undergoing so much chaos and problems, I hope and pray people manage to realize their dream peacefully and the rest of the season completes without more problems.

Chinatown, Singapore

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The hustle and bustle of Chinatown and the sunbathed skyline that adorns the horizon!

Singapore Nightscape

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Beautiful nights such as this, when the clouds parade all over the sky to create an artistic canvas! 

ilightsingapore light art festival

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Beautifully lit Jubilee bridge leading towards the skyscrapers of CBD. Oriflammes is an array of lights that display colors and movement, a creative installation part of ilightsingapore light art festival!

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Buddha tooth relic temple

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Buddha tooth relic temple beautifully lit on the occasion of Chinese New Year 2019!

It was quite an experience hopping places to find the perfect vantage point. Thankfully things aligned together during the blue hour when the beautiful skyline of Singapore came alive against the deep blue sky. Definitely couldn't have asked for a better backdrop!

Do you like this photograph? Let me know in the comments below!

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River Hong Bao Celebrations

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Fantastic pyrotechnics display over Marina Bay on the occasion of River hong bao 2019 (Lunar new year 2019) celebrations in Singapore!

This photograph is purely made with the best use of the situation at hand. While we wanted to reach the bay at least an hour in advance to secure the best vantage point, we only managed to arrive just 10 minutes to the show. We didn't anticipate traffic diversions and massive turnout for the event. In thorough desperation, I set up my tripod quickly behind people and requested them not to move and trip over my tripod unknowingly. Singaporeans are amazingly helpful and cooperative! The gentleman standing in front of me and beside me made sure they don't obstruct my view!

Unsure of where to expect the fireworks that night, I pointed my Camera roughly framing the Marina Bay Sands and the buildings of CBD, hoping to have some fireworks in the frame. Finally so happy I managed to capture this, even after arriving in the nick of time!

I will be very happy to hear what you think about this photograph! 😃

A casual vacation evening

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A casual vacation evening at the Marina 😎

My adventure 10 Year Challenge

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With viral 10-year challenge spreading in the social media like wildfire, thought of doing my share with my trekking adventures over the last decade!

The picture on the left is from 2009, atop the summit of Kalapathar peak (18,500 ft). I realized my dream of trekking to the base camp of Mt.Everest, popularly known as EBC. Behind me is the majestic trio of Lhotse, Nuptse, and Mt.Everest (in the middle). I suffered heavy sunburns after continuously trekking over a period of 10 days to reach the base camp.

The picture on the right is from my very recent trek to Har Ki Dun, popularly known as the valley of gods in the Garhwal Himalayas at around 12,000 ft. Behind me is the majestic Mt.Swargarohini massif towering over the valley!

I am really glad and thankful for how my love for trekking adventure and the mountains have shaped me over the last decade. Hoping for more such wonderful adventures ahead! ✌🍻

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Alpenglow moment in Kanchenjunga

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A beautiful alpenglow moment on the mighty Kanchenjunga in Sikkim Himalayas!

Trek to Dzongri La started at 3am, in the pricking cold. We slowly marched up from our campsite with only lights from our headlamps guiding us on a starlit night. Shivering and panting, slowly warming up with each step of the climb. After nearly 2 hours of slippery ascend, we reached the summit. The panoramic view of snowcapped mountains only seemed like a giant shadow against the predawn sky. But when the first light hit the peaks, it was pure magic! A moment that was worth experiencing after all the hardship!

Have you experienced alpenglow moment in the mountains? How did you feel watching the mountains turn colors?

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Flying Kites for Makar Sankranti

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With the interesting tradition of flying kites on the occasion of 'Makar Sankranti', an Indian festival to worship Sun god, people of Mumbai seem to have fun at the beach flying kites and chilling while the golden rays of setting sun beautifully highlight the iconic skyline of the city in the backdrop!

Happy Makar Sankranti/Pongal to all my blogger friends 😃

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The view to mesmerize

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What will be your reaction like, when you wake up to such a view waiting outside your window?

Well, at least I couldn't utter a word but only soak in the experience for a good amount of time! 😃

Mussoorie, truly the queen of hills for a reason!

Tranquil Tshoka

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While trekking in Sikkim, I happened to visit this beautiful monastery situated right beside a small lake in the trekker's hamlet high up in the Himalayas - Tshoka!

Our gorgeous little campsite was a stone throw distance away from this lake with a panoramic view of tall snowcapped peaks. On a clear day, you can imagine tall mountains raising from behind the monastery and behind me. On this specific cold evening, we set out to explore the monastery after gorging on some hot momos 😁

With high clouds catching the dusk light, the lake and the whole scene turned orange for a while giving a nice atmosphere to photograph!

Have you ever camped in the mountains? What was your experience like?! 

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High camp of Har Ki Dun Trek

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The mornings are generally very beautiful in the mountains. Even more so if the overnight rains clear before dawn and the sunlight manages to come out, the quality of light is so soft, clear and golden!

This was our morning at the high camp during my Har Ki Dun trek in the Himalayas. When I woke up early and opened my tent, I was greeted by this glorious scene! It was pretty cold still but I couldn't resist rushing out of the tent to capture the scene. The soft rosy gold light was scattered in all directions by the tall Har Ki Dun I peak that is seen closer to the campsite and the snow-covered peak in the background was drenched in alpenglow! I soaked myself in this glorious view for a full minute or two before deciding to press the shutter.

Have you ever been so excited to capture a scene that you had to literally jump out of your bed to grab your camera?? Share your story in the comment. Would love to hear!

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