A local Ladakhi woman in seen in the early morning sunlight, taking care of native cattle and yaks in the small village of Hanle, Ladakh, India. Her head is wrapped in a scarf for protection from the cold wind, layered pashmina sweaters and traditional jewelry that consists of turquoise, corals and pearls. She is seen [ ]
The tiny and attractive village of Aguero is situated at the foot of the colossal limestone boulders creating a visual contrast between the medieval-style architecture and the towering cliffs. Aguero is located in the Aragon region, a remote corner of northern Spain. The rock formations rise more than 660 ft above the village, giving it a picturesque [ ]
Three Iconic Doum palm trees along the peaceful Eweso Ng’iro River dominate the Samburu National park in Kenya with distant mountains. These palm trees are known for their unique branching trunks. Their fruits and leaves are consumed by elephants, baboons, and other animals. Additionally, the tree s thick leaves are used by the local Samburu people [ ]
An endearing feature of a village life in India is the informal gathering of villagers and farmers that strengthen the bonds of society. A group of people in the state of Karnataka, India are seen seated around a Tulsi shrine with marigold flowers around it chatting and discussing about village matters, family matters or [ ]
A bridge can be seen over the Selska Sora river with the Skofja Loka hills in the backdrop. The Capuchin bridge made of cut stone in a semicircular shape, dates back to the mid-14th century. The 600 year old bridge is located in one of the oldest towns in Slovenia, Skofja Loka which is a [ ]
A slightly frowning young woman is seen knee-deep in a paddy field taking a break. She is holding a metal sickle and some rice stalks in her hand. Her head is cloth covered to keep her hair back in place and from the sunlight She is wearing a simple blue and white cotton saree with [ ]
An impoverished but slightly melancholy mother of two is seen in the marketplace in Kenya. She is wearing a baby and holding by the hand another smiling child. A purple cotton wrap, caps and sweater to keep them warm in the morning complete the look. Baby wearing is commonly practiced in the Global south and [ ]
A striking old blue wooden orthodox church is seen surrounded by beautiful green trees in the spa town of Druskininkai, in southern Lithuania which lies a few kms from the border to the country of Belarus and Poland. This Russian Orthodox place of worship is called Joy of All Who Sorrow Church. Its bright blue color [ ]
A panoramic view of a picturesque castle by a narrow meandering river, the Musa in the town of Bauska, Latvia. Large soft clouds in the sky and broad green banks with ample lush green trees, shrubs and tall grasses are seen in the foreground. Bauska castle is uniquely situated on a spit of land where [ ]
An old six span fortified stone arch bridge, the Pont Valentre across the River Lot in Cahors, France. The sunlit quiet river with reflections of the arches can be seen with dense greenery surrounding it. On the bridge are couple of figures gazing down at the water below. In the fore ground are bushes of [ ]