Father-daughter duo in Chatpal, Kashmir, India
We met this Gujjar family while walking up a hilly trail in Chatpal. We took a few of their family portraits. He then made a request for one special picture – a photo with his youngest daughter. No prizes for guessing who his favourite family member was. Fathers and daughters everywhere really do share a special bond! Read more of the life in Kashmir at People of the valley: Kashmir
From Story photos
Gulmarg blooms, Kashmir, India
It was late July when we visited Gulmarg, and got a rare chance to see Gulmarg without the snow. The lush green meadows are covered with flowers and a variety of butterflies fluttering around them.
From Story photos
Aerial view of Srinagar, Kashmir, India
The view en route the Shankaracharya temple in Srinagar. This is the only spot from where you can take a picture. Shankaracharya temple affords excellent panoramic views of the entire city and its surroundings.
From Story photos
Construction worker in Kashmir
Summer months see many roads open up after the snow starts melting. Repairing these roads and their maintenance is another summer occupation. Read more at People of the valley: Kashmir.
From Story photos
Namaz time at Rajpari Wildlife Sanctuary, Kashmir
Young and old, men and women do not ever miss their namaz times. Offices, Mughal gardens or the Rajpari Wildlife Sanctuary in the picture above – any place will do for them to pray! Read more at People of the valley: Kashmir.
From Story photos
Shepherds taking their flock of sheep into the hills
We walked for a while with this flock on their way to Kungwatar. It is an open meadow; a place off the maps, let alone the tourist circuit. Read more at People of the valley: Kashmir.
From Story photos
A tailor in the market of Anantnag, Kashmir
We spotted this tailor while walking down a market in Anantnag and realised hookah is also a work time accessory! Read more at People of the valley: Kashmir.
From Story photos