Photo of the day: A view of Patan, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Kuruva Island in Wayanad, Kerala: The Great Arabian Sea Drive Day 28
TweetThe evergreen forested Kuruva island (Called Kuruvadweep locally) lying in one of the tributaries of Kabini river in Wayanad seems a popular picnic spot. Rightfully so. I am not a fan of popular picnic spots but this was different. A cluster of islands that emerge or submerge with water levels, and home to a variety of birds, butterflies and orchids, [...]
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Banasura Reservoir, Wayanad, Kerala – A sight to behold: The Great Arabian Sea Drive Day 27
TweetThe Banasura Sagar dam in Wayanad is the largest earth dam in India. Without getting into technicalities or its environmental impact (if any), I would say it has resulted in creating some stunning features. The resulting reservoir is a large water body whose water level rises dramatically during the monsoons. Sprouting throughout are islands created when the reservoir submerged surrounding [...]
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Chasing the Wild Ass in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat: The Great Arabian Sea Drive Day 3
Tweet The Rann of Kutch is best known for the Indian Wild Ass, or the Ghudkhar as called locally. Thousands roam the desert but they are still tagged ‘endangered.’ First look: They are not bad looking at all. Quite fair, much smarter turned out than the common donkeys. Sharper facial features and they could pass for ponies for children. But [...]
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The Little Rann of Kutch – Miles of Nothingness: The Great Arabian Sea Drive Day 3
TweetSo here I am – at the famed Little Rann of Kutch. Home to majestic birds in season and the Wild Ass – all living in miles of nothingness but sand, water and salt. Staying at the strongly recommended Rann Riders in Dasada. An aesthetically designed, well maintained resort. And the guys there have done their homework to guide travellers [...]
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The re-discovery of Nepal: Driving across the country
Tweet Ever since Nepal made front page news for its political troubles, it has been struck off as a holiday destination by most Indians. But surely Nepal’s charms must still be holding good? Ajay Jain hit the road in his SUV to re-discover Nepal he last visited in the 1980s as a school boy. And came back giving a thumbs [...]
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The Great Himalayan Drive Day 4: Karnali River Cruise, Nepal
Tweet I never thought I would have the patience to spend a full sunny day cruising down a river in an inflatable raft. Surprisingly, I managed very well along the Karnali River at the Bardia National Park in Nepal. Our mission was to spot some dolphins. Even though we missed seeing them, it was one of the best picnics I [...]
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Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, Karnataka – A Bird Lover’s Paradise!
The Birds of Ranganathittu are shown in this Photo Journey. This is my first visit to Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary was a thoroughly enjoyable one and provided a great opportunity to photograph awesome birds.
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Playing with the Brown-headed gulls at Pangong Tso in Ladakh
Tweet If you see three Brown-headed gulls in a lake, how do you make add another fifty to give them company? Throw a few bread or biscuit pieces in their directions – and you will have dozens appear like magic to be the early bird who gets the crumbs. [Click on any of the images for a larger view] I [...]
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