river

hills · river

A sweeping panoramic view showcases the breathtaking landscape of Nubra Valley in the Leh district of Ladakh, India.

livestock · hills

A large flock of Himalayan sheep and goats grazing across the high-altitude Bugyals (alpine meadows) of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India. Local shepherds accompany the herd as the animals feed on the lush mountain grasslands.

Ladakh·hills · river

An aerial journey over Nubra Valley in Ladakh, capturing the striking beauty of the Shyok River as it winds through one of the most dramatic landscapes of the Himalaya.

forest · river

A mature male Blue-tailed Forest Hawk (Orthetrum triangulare) perched on sunlit stones, bare twigs, and low vegetation near a freshwater stream.

boats · sport

Support and rescue boats operate alongside traditional Chundan Vallam snake boats during a Vallam Kali (snake boat race) in Kerala, India.

Ladakh·aerial · river

Aerial view of the Shyok River winding through the verdant, idyllic landscape of Nubra Valley, as seen from above.

hills · aerial

Experience a breathtaking aerial journey over the spectacular Nubra Valley in Ladakh, where the striking aquamarine waters of the Shyok River wind through one of the Himalaya's most dramatic high-altitude landscapes.

boats · sport

Snake boats take to the Kerala backwaters during preparations for a Vallam Kali boat race in Kerala, India.

sport · boats

Officials oversee the start of a traditional snake boat race on the Kerala backwaters in India. A motorised judging boat displays a prominent "STARTER" banner, with race officials positioned on board to supervise the event.

river · industry

A veteran Dhobi manages a large bundle of freshly washed sheets while hanging clothes at a Dhobi Ghat in Delhi, India.

sport · boats

Participants in a traditional Kerala Snake Boat Race (Vallam Kali) as they wait for their turn before the competition. The rowers, dressed in coordinated race attire, walk along a paved pathway leading towards the waterfront staging area.

Uttarakhand·river · hills

A waterfall flowing through a steep rocky gorge in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India. Water cascades down the mountainside, creating mist and turbulent whitewater as it rushes over dark rock formations.

Alappuzha, Kerala·boats · sport

The viewing area of a traditional Vallam Kali (Snake Boat Race) held on the scenic backwaters of Kerala, India. Spectators gather along the waterfront as Chundan Vallams (Snake Boats) line up near the riverbank in preparation for the race.

Uttarakhand·hills · river

The scenic landscape of Nainital, Uttarakhand, India, where low clouds drift across the surrounding green hills overlooking Naini Lake.

Uttarakhand·hills · river

The Nainital Ropeway (Aerial Cable Car) operating above the scenic hill town of Nainital, Uttarakhand, India.

Kerala·boats · sport

The lively atmosphere of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race (Vallam Kali) on Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha, Kerala, India. Large crowds gather along the lakeside to watch the traditional Chundan Vallam (Snake Boat) teams compete across the water.

Alappuzha, Kerala·river · monsoon

The Kerala Backwaters in Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kerala, India, under an overcast monsoon sky. Traditional houseboats (Kettuvallams) navigate the wide canals while smaller motorboats travel between villages.

Alappuzha, Kerala·boats · sport

The Nehru Trophy Boat Race (Vallam Kali) on Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha, Kerala, India. Teams compete in traditional Chundan Vallams (Snake Boats), recognised by their long wooden hulls and distinctive elevated sterns.

Uttarakhand·monsoon · river

Flood damage along the Sahastradhara River in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. A swollen, sediment-laden river flows beneath a concrete bridge as landslide debris, large boulders, and eroded riverbanks line the valley.