On The Wall

Desert View Watchtower: It was a two day visit which proved to be quite short time to visit even just the south side of Grand Canyon. However we took time to visit this watchtower at extreme east side which put the landscape and its civilization in perspective.

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Looking Down

Looking down the Grand Canyon at Skeleton Point. Same trip and trail as this one. We completed the short hike to Skeleton Point on the South Kaibab Trail. It was exciting to see the vast expanse below with the little master who carved the marvel flowing below in what looked like a small stream from this point. This trip was just a starter for our subsequent trans-canyon trip about 7 months later.

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Perfect Peak

Mt. Thielson: It was early morning we had started from Klamath Falls towards Crater Lake. The view of this perfect peak made me to get down and stop for few moments to grab this view.

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Serene Waters

It was long weekend of 2007 Thanks Giving - we went on a west coast trip of US. Starting Bellevue, WA we touched Redwoods of North California. This was shot somewhere on Oregon coast. The blue waters and distant blue mountains provided a very calm and serene view.

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Cave View

It was Nov2007 when me and my wife visited Grand Canyon - it was a short visit of 2 days and we did the South Kaibab trail which is known for its views of the canyon. However there are no trees or any water refill point on this trail. We took rest in this recess which gave us a respite from the hot day.

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Majestic Rajgad

Same trip as this one. After the arduous trek we looked back in awe at the once stronghold of Marathas. Its a wonder to us on how our kings could control and secure regions around forts, when even a regular trek for us is a big effort.

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Beauty at Each Step

Nothing complicated, simply flowers at each step - if only we get the same in our journey of life :)

Misty Route

More of the monsoon magic drives to Sinhagad. Though I am from Pune and the fort is only about 50kms from my place, I myself was surprised with the beauty of the place on this day. Being a weekday, it was not crowded and we could enjoy the place at our leisure. The mist over the day used to get dense and sparse giving us glimpses of the village and the surrounding ranges once in a while.

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Coastline

View from Kaup lighthouse. The modes of livelihood are resting after tiring morning routine. One of the very peaceful places which was frequented by me during my stay in Mangalore.

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Lone Tree

Bekal Fort - The lone coconut tree seems to be keeping a watch over the seas.

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Rajmachi Falls (2)

One more snap of the Rajmachi Falls. This is from Fort Manoranjan.

Rajmachi Falls

Trek to Rajmachi is one of the popular treks in the Sahyadris. The destination is the twin forts of Manoranjan and Shrivardhan. The monsoon brings out the beauty of this place - the three hours trek via Lonavala route, though mostly flat is strewn with numerous waterfalls, streams to cross and views of valley. This waterfall on the way is quite majestic to look at.

I do not know the name, but just called it Rajmachi waterfalls. The same can also be viewed from Manoranjan. I'll post one more picture of this soon.

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Prabalgad

En route to Prabalgad - It was after a long break we (me and my wife together) went out for a trek. It was one of the best days of monsoon - drizzling now & then and cloudy most of the time. The route to the fort was blessed with numerous waterfall, greenery and viewpoints. Another highlight of this fort is Kalavantin Durg - which is a lookout point on top of a pinnacle (if I can say that!). The path is a spiral of high incline stairs. We just could manage till the base of the stair. In the monsoon rains, we did not risk climbing them - as they had turned into stepped waterfall with slippery moss.

So at the end of the day - both Prabalgad and Kalavantin Durg remain to be captured :( This calls for a definite winter trek.

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Humayun's Tomb

Visit to Humayun's tomb, same day as previous one. This is quite a majestic structure and very nicely maintained.

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Pillars of our Civilization

After my trip to Manali, we got a few days to stay in Delhi at my friends place. We spent the time to visit some of the treasure in Delhi. This was shot around Qutb Minar - this intricate handwork on the pillars is the gift of Muslim era.

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The Green Tunnel

One of the bus trips to Suratkal. We were looking for a short-cut the beach from the bus-stop. found this path leading towards the beach. As we reached other end, it was closed with huge iron gate. We did some gate-climbing to drop onto the beach.

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Little Shepherd

Though the little rural kid looks very simple, he is the caretaker for the sheep. It resonates a message - though we may seem to be insignificant, there is someone for whom we are could be savior.

Not sure on the location. This is a capture of typical Indian village landscape from train, early morning during my journey to Delhi.

In the Clouds

Another of Monsoon Magic - The hike to the top of Jamalabad fort was quite challenging. It was drizzling and in the monsoon rains, the stone stairway was a flowing waterfall. Going upstream on slick surface and high incline steps with little help from our shoes took a long time. However the view at the top took us into the clouds.

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Lifelines

On way towards Tannir Bavi beach, the road runs along the Gurupura river as it meets the sea. This was the closest beach near the office and a very secluded one. It provided a peaceful gateway to enjoy the sunset and escape from the office.

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Colorful Evening

Another of the colorful evenings of Mangalore - this one is taken at Panambur beach. This stretch of rocks extends into the sea forming one side marking the approach to the harbour. It also provided perfect spot for fishing and to get into the sea without getting wet - almost. On windy days at the end of the rock stretch, the waves would bounce off the rocks and could nearly drench a person.

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