Uttarakhand

monsoon

In June 2013, a multi-day cloudburst centered on the North Indian state of Uttarakhand caused devastating floods and landslides in the country's worst natural disaster since the 2004 tsunami.

Uttarakhand·snow · livestock

Gomukh, the terminus or snout of the Gangotri Glacier, from where Bhagirathi River originates, is one of the primary sources of the Ganges River. The place is situated at a height of 13,200 ft.

snow · village

A splendid natural scenery on the trek to Gidara and Dayara Bugyal from Barsu village in Uttarakashi district in Uttarakhand. Rivers in the Himalayas at these altitudes mostly clear water streams.

Uttarakhand, formerly Uttaranchal, is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the "Land of the Gods" due to the many holy Hindu temples and pilgrimage centers found throughout the state.

village · wildlife

Away from hustle and bustle of hectic daily lives of city dwellers, away form the polluted streets and crowded corners of plains, in the lap of foothills of Kumaon lies the serene beautiful village of Jim Corbett-Chhoti Haldwani.

hills · highway

A traditional caravan of pack animals moving along a rugged mountain trail in Harsil Valley.

birds · wildlife

A male Scaly-bellied Woodpecker observed in the Himalayan region of Joshimath. Recognized by its vibrant green plumage, bright red crown, and distinctive scaly markings across its underparts, this species is one of the most striking woodpec…

temple · architecture

Entrance gate of the Narsingh Temple located in Joshimath, Uttarakhand, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Narsingh, the fourth avatar of Vishnu, depicted as a half-man, half-lion (Narasimha).

birds · wildlife

Multiple woodpecker species across forested habitats in Uttarakhand, India, each showing distinct foraging and maintenance behaviour.

forest

A close view shows a wild mushroom growing in forest conditions in Uttarakhand, India, with features resembling porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida) or a common bonnet species (Mycena sp.).

hills · farmland

A kiwi vine spreads across a metal support frame in Uttarakhand, India, with dense foliage covering the structure. Twining stems and tendrils wrap around the frame, supporting upward growth and canopy formation.

hills · village

This footage documents a traditional sheep wool shearing scene filmed in the Harsil Valley region of Uttarakhand, capturing an important aspect of Himalayan pastoral life.

wildlife · birds

This footage captures the Grey-winged Blackbird (Turdus boulboul) in the foothills of Uttarakhand, showcasing both perching and foraging behaviour.

hills · festival

This stunning time-lapse footage captures mist movement above the foothills of Uttarakhand, revealing the magical interplay of clouds, hills, and sky.

hills · river

Camping in a copse of birch trees, short of Har ki dun valley. The Har-ki-dun or Har-ki-doon valley (meaning the valley of God) in Himalayas happen to be one of the finest for trekkers. Trekkers camp in a meadows along the Tons river.

A melange of clouds moving quickly high above our snowed-over campsite in Garhwal, Uttarakhand. With Banderpunch in the backdrop, an umbrella dries in the sun. Black Peak is jutting out behind.

hills · wildlife

The Himalayan Vulture or Himalayan Griffon Vulture (Gyps himalayensis) is an Old World vulture in the family Accipitridae. Closely related to the European Griffon Vulture (G.

river · old town

An aerial view of IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) Roorkee, Ganga canal and crowded old town.

river · monsoon

The river at Dhara Devi wears a muddy and swollen look at Dhara Devi where the famous Dhara Devi Mandir was uplifted few months ago due to the construction of a dam. That was what saved the temple probably.

monsoon

In June 2013, a multi-day cloudburst centered on the North Indian state of Uttarakhand caused devastating floods and landslides in the country's worst natural disaster since the 2004 tsunami.

monsoon

In June 2013, a multi-day cloudburst centered on the North Indian state of Uttarakhand caused devastating floods and landslides in the country's worst natural disaster since the 2004 tsunami.

river · monsoon

The famous Dhara Devi temple in the middle of the river Alakananda still holds strong after the horrific floods that destructed everything on its way in Uttarakhand.

music

A homage to the relentless courage and strength of mind of those who survived and of those who helped others survive the 2013 Uttarakhand tragedy - The song "Prakriti ki godh mein - Kal, Aaj aur Kal" highlights the ecological imbalance brou…