River — Clipahoy

Boating on misty Naini Lake beneath cloudy Kumaon Hills in Uttarakhand

hills · river

A scenic panoramic view captures the famous Naini Lake surrounded by the lush Kumaon hills of Nainital. Grey clouds drift slowly across the cool mountain sky while visitors enjoy boating across the calm waters of the lake.

Indus River carving through the rugged mountains of Ladakh

hills · river

Indus River, one of Asia's most historic and important rivers, as it winds through the rugged high-altitude terrain of Ladakh, as seen aerially.

The stunning Shyok River flowing through the rugged mountains near Turtuk Village, in Ladakh

hills · river

Shyok River as it winds through a dramatic mountain valley near Turtuk Village. Known for its striking turquoise waters, the river carves its way through the rugged terrain of the Karakoram region, creating one of the most spectacular lands…

Fly over the fragile landscape of Ghoramara Island in the Sundarban Delta

Sundarbans, West Bengal·village · aerial

An expansive aerial view captures Ghoramara Island within the vast Sundarbans delta landscape.

Snake Boat race team preparing traditional Vallam Kali boats in Kerala

boats · sport

A traditional Vallam Kali preparation scene unfolds in the backwaters of Kerala as crew members ready a long wooden snake boat ahead of the famous races.

Historic Koilwar Bridge spanning the sandy riverbanks of Bihar

architecture · river

A wide scenic view captures the expansive sandy riverbed surrounding the historic Abdul Bari Bridge, commonly known as the Koilwar Bridge, near Arrah.

Aerial view of Beas River flowing through Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh

hills · aerial

A stunning aerial view of the picturesque Kangra Valley, where the mighty Beas River flows through a dramatic Himalayan landscape.

Misty Nainital hills and Naini Lake boat rides in Uttarakhand: Tallital

hills · river

A scenic view of Nainital captures the dramatic beauty of this famous Himalayan hill station nestled within the Kumaon region of northern India.

Evening lights and sacred rituals at Pushkar Lake during Pushkar Mela

Rajasthan·river · lake

The sacred Pushkar Lake glows in the evening atmosphere of the famous Pushkar Camel Fair in Pushkar.

Tourists enjoy speedboat rides across Fateh Sagar Lake in Udaipur

Rajasthan·lake · river

Tourists ride across the waters of Fateh Sagar Lake aboard fast-moving speedboats during a lively recreational outing in Udaipur.

Traditional fish market in Arunachal Pradesh, India

bazaar · village

The atmosphere of a local fish market in Arunachal Pradesh, offering a glimpse into everyday commerce and traditional market culture in Northeast India.

Nature, Bamboo Forests, and Rural Roads of Majuli Island

Assam·village · forest

The peaceful countryside and traditional rural atmosphere of Majuli, the world’s largest river island located on the Brahmaputra River.

Traditional Mahua liquor distillation in a rural forested region of Maharashtra

village · forest

A traditional distillation process believed to be the preparation of Mahua liquor, a culturally significant indigenous alcoholic beverage made from the fermented flowers of the Mahua tree (Madhuca longifolia).

Ferry crossings and pilgrim movement during Gangasagar Mela

West Bengal·festival · boats

Bustling atmosphere of Gangasagar Mela, one of India’s largest Hindu pilgrimage gatherings held annually on Sagar Island during Makar Sankranti.

Pangong Tso hosts an ugly new concrete structure: Most famous high-altitude lake in the Himalaya, in Ladakh

lake · river

Landscape of Pangong Tso, a spectacular endorheic lake located in Ladakh, India, extending into the Tibetan Plateau.

Holy sangam of the Alaknanda and Nandakini rivers, in Chamoli

Uttarakhand·hills · river

The sacred town of Nandprayag in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India. Nestled within the rugged Garhwal Himalayas, Nandprayag is one of the revered Panch Prayag — the five holy river confluences of the Alaknanda River.

Clouds Drifting Across the High-Altitude Peaks of Harsil Valley in the Himalayas, in Uttarkashi

Uttarakhand·hills · river

High-altitude landscapes of Harsil Valley in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India. Surrounded by towering Himalayan mountains, the valley is known for its rugged terrain, alpine scenery, and peaceful natural beauty.

Historic Raini Village in the Himalayas of Uttarakhand

hills · village

Mountain landscapes and historic settlement of Raini Village, located in the Niti Valley near Joshimath in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district.

Aerial view of the holy sangam of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga, in Badrinath

Uttarakhand·aerial · hills

Landscape of Vishnuprayag, a sacred confluence located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India. Vishnuprayag is the first of the revered Panch Prayag — the five holy river confluences along the Alaknanda River, as seen aerially.

Wild Boar Foraging Along a Riverbank in Satpura Tiger Reserve, in Madhya Pradesh

wildlife · forest

A wild boar foraging along a sandy riverbank within the rugged wilderness of Satpura Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, India.

Delhi’s Growing Plastic Waste Crisis

river

Heavily polluted Taimoor Nagar drain in South East Delhi, a major urban drainage channel flowing toward the Yamuna River.

Crowded ferry ghat on the Brahmaputra River in Assam

river · boats

A busy ferry ghat along the Brahmaputra River in Assam, where large crowds of passengers gather to board and disembark from river ferries.

Devprayag: The sacred confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers, in Uttarakhand

hills · river

Himalayan town of Devprayag in Uttarakhand, one of the holiest river confluences in India and an important pilgrimage destination in the Garhwal region.