Multitude of forms, yet no form. This simple philosophy holds the key to all inclusiveness. It has the power to make one focus on living a value based lifestyle, moving away from the un-thoughtful practice of anchoring on physical phenomena as the gateway to self-realization. It was in...
Descending from 19,000 feet to 12,000 feet, over a length of 70 km, Siachen glacier (“land of wild roses”) is the worlds highest battleground since the year 1984. India controls its entire glacial length, adjoining peaks and the three passes, which are the gateway between Karakoram and Ladakh. On...
In this world that is boxed in the path of replicating the actions of the masses, to look elsewhere is generally perceived as being ‘absurd’. However, it is in this absurdity of approaching a situation from an alternate angle where lies the essence of creativity! In the caldera of...
“Capture these moments”, exclaimed my wife, as we moved through Suru Valley in our journey towards Padum. I could sense the moment of disappointment when I chose not to pick the camera. I had a vision to showcase the beauty of Suru, not directly but through reflections in the still...
Bromo is a perpetual reminder that the beauty is transient and never without its other. Like any volcanic heap of earth, it is a story of fertility and death, tranquility and disaster. A misty morning spent in tracing the tragic in the serenity of the Indonesian highlands reminded me...
I have wandered in search of your existence! In the midst of the glamour of this world to the fringes of solitude but you have remained a mere perception! I have been taught to believe that you are a reality and this worldly existence a mere perception! However in...
There are many lakes and mountains around the world, though only a few have an aura and character that can continue to attract people over the ages. In the remote western region of Tibet lies a triad formation of Mount Kailash, Lake Mansarovar and Lake Rakshastal, possessing a unique magnetic...
Maru is a word representing sandy areas of Thar desert in Marwar (Rajasthan, India). This region experiences high wind velocities, shifting sand dunes, absence of water and salinity, posing challenge for sustained human living. In spiritual traditions of North India, Maru also depicts the thirsty state of the soul...
Expression appears in the first moment! Nature continues to express through constant flow. Perched on a crag in the mountain, watching the expressions emerge in the morning sunlight. This series is an interplay of mist formation in the caldera around the volcanic Mount Bromo. ...
“Dhamma” – The path of righteousness + “Pada” – Steps = “Dhammapada” – to tread on the path of righteousness through steps aimed at training the mind. The region of Yuanyang (China) offers a unique self-sustainable eco-system, humidity and rainfall, optimal for rice cultivation. Expanse of rice...