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Jungle Geranium



The scientific name of Jungle Geranium is Ixora coccinea. It is also known as “Flame of the Woods”, “Jungle Flame” or ”Pendkuli”. It is a common flowering shrub abundant in Southern India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.



It is a dense, multi-branched evergreen shrub, commonly 4–6 feet in height, but capable of reaching up to 12 feet high. It has a rounded form, with a spread that may exceed its height. The glossy, leathery, oblong leaves are about 4 inches long, with entire margins, and are carried in opposite pairs or whorled on the stems. Small tubular, scarlet flowers in dense rounded clusters 2–5 inches across are produced almost all year long.



The flowers, leaves, roots, and the stem are used to treat various ailments in the Indian traditional system of medicine, the Ayurveda, and in various folk medicines. The fruits, when fully ripe, are used as a dietary source.



Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ixora_coccinea



Place: Kaziranga, Assam, India

Date: 27th December, 2016

Device used: Canon EOS 1300D

Lens used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II

ISO: 1000

Shutter speed: 1/400 sec

Aperture: f/5.6



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Almost Perennial



Imagine yourself on the shoes of someone who has to take responsibility and accountability of others action. Imagine standing tall among the all engulfing darkness with a strong stature weathering the waves of uncertainty, showing no form of suffering. Taking responsibility must be a tiring, tedious and challenging exercise. Imagine being the light post or protagonist in a spineless society that is starved of leadership and forward thinking. As the dusk approaches and nothingness encroaches, a spark of light is what earnestly solicited. Showing the brink of light to guide the parasites to their own subjective achievements and fulfilments is never an easy responsibility to have. Next time you stumble upon someone who takes ownership and shows courage, stand by and appreciate them. That's the best we as a society can do.



Place: umiam Lake, Shillong, Meghalaya, India

Date: 29th December, 2016

Device used: Canon EOS 1300D

Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II

ISO: 100

Shutter Speed: 1/80 sec

Aperture: f/5.6


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The Seven Sisters Waterfalls

The Seven Sisters Waterfalls (also known as the Nohsngithiang Falls or Mawsmai Falls) is a seven-segmented waterfall located 1 kilometre south of Mawsmai village in East Khasi Hills district in the Indian state of Meghalaya. The water falls from a height of 315 metres and has an average width of 70 metres, making it one of the tallest waterfalls in India.

The falls plunges over the top of limestone cliffs of the Khasi Hills only during the rainy season. In full spate, the segments stretch most of the way along the cliff. The waterfalls get illuminated by the sun and the vibrant colours of the setting sun on the waterfalls make it beautiful.

No entry fees or charges are applied to the tourists who come for a visit. The actual beauty of this waterfall is visible during the monsoon. Otherwise, in any other season you can find only tall and steep limestone cliffs.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nohsngithiang_Falls

Place: Seven Sisters Waterfalls, Meghalaya, India
Date: 28th December, 2016
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 1600
Shutter speed: 1/1600 sec
Aperture: f/10

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Gallantly Green: The Nature’s Abode

The best part about North-east India is its unparalleled beauty. Being detached from the mainland of the country may have many disadvantages. But, that has been a blessing in disguise to the nature.

Meghalaya is one of those states that are part of North-Eastern India. “Meghalaya” means “The Home to the Clouds”. It is the state having highest rainfall in a year in India and the consequences to that is these green landscapes. It is one of the greenest states in India.

The stretch of greens is gallantly announcing its resistance against the rapid urbanization and quick deforestation.

Place: Meghalaya, India
Date: 28th December, 2016
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 800
Shutter speed: 1/200 sec
Aperture: f/10

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Elephant Falls

The original native name of this waterfall is Ka Kshaid Lai Pateng Khohsiew, which means “the three-step waterfall”. It is situated at Shillong in the state of Meghalaya of India. The name “Elephant Falls” was originated in the British era when the Englishmen spotted a giant rock resembling an elephant near the fall. Though the rock was destroyed by the earthquake in 1987.

The first fall is very broad and is hidden among the trees. The second fall is quite domesticated and in the winters looks insignificant. The third fall is the tallest and comes to view suddenly and looks most spectacular with crystal clear water falling over sharp rocks of myriad shapes.

Elephant Falls is situated at the outskirts of the main city of Shillong in the East Khasi Hills District, Upper Shillong. It is almost 12 km away from the Shillong city center. A ticket costing 20 INR is required to view the fall with an additional charge of 20 INR for permission to bring the camera.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elephant_Falls

Place: Elephant Falls, Shillong, Meghalaya, India
Date: 28th December, 2016
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 1600
Shutter speed: 1/200 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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Emotions
Eyes resonate the unspoken emotions. The shining bright eyes dazzle, depicting the validation of joy. The sense of hopelessness, need for validation and love ushers through the eyes of the creation of the almighty. Sometimes, it really makes me wonder if the default mechanisms of nature are designed as the wonderful accident of life happened. Every living being is the result of an improbable accident in our universe. We are all connected to each other through the unseen, undiscovered traces of life. Somehow, emotions can't escape through this inter-species relationship of love and hate. Language can never be a barrier.

Place: Icche gaon, Sikkim, India
Date: 3rd February, 2017
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 3200
Shutter speed: 1/200 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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Crown of Thorn

This plant is also called as Christ plant or Christ thorn, scientifically known as Euphorbia milli. It is a succulent shrub growing to a maximum length of 1.8 meters, with densely spiny stems. The spines are generally 3 cm long, which helps it to scramble over other plants. The leaves can be seen only on the new growths. The flowers are small having a red, pink or white variation in colour.
The sap is moderately poisonous and in contact with skin or eyes it can cause irritation. In case of ingestion, it can cause severe stomach pain, irritation of the throat and mouth, and in some cases vomiting.

Place: Rishikhola, Sikkim, India
Date: 4th February, 2017
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 640
Shutter speed: 1/80 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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Assam Tea Garden

During the mid-1800s, the British stumbled upon an unexpected treasure in the North-east Provinces of their "Jewel in the Crown", India. This ground-breaking discovery was immediately followed up by the bloodiest history of extortion as slaves and natives faced the sharper knife edge. The history of Tea gardens in Assam speaks the story of millions of lost and deprived souls who have given their sweat and blood to satisfy the fancy bourgeoisie tea sipping culture. Their unspoken demands resonate through the missing pages of history. Next time, remember the sacrifices of generations of tea garden workers when you enjoy your hot daily dosage of the revolutionary magic powder.

Place: Assam, India
Date: 27th December, 2016
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter speed: 1/100 sec
Aperture: f/4

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The Best Getaway: Road trips

I believe, the road trips are the best trips of all the trips and especially on those steep hills where those curvy roads are inclined or declined at every interval. Each and every blind turn unfolds beautiful landscapes as well as thrilling experiences. All one can do is to have steady nerves to keep the wheels on the track and the series of mysteries will keep unveiling.
The craving for those thrills and adventures motivates me more than the scariness of feeling nauseous on those curves.

Place: Sikkim, India
Date: 3rd February, 2017
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 250
Shutter Speed: 1/800 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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The Arum-lily

The arum lily is also called as Zantedeschia aethiopica in the botanical terms. It can be found on all the continents except from Antarctica. One of the specialities of this flower is, it doesn’t have the petals and sepals separately. The petals and sepals together have developed into perianth. It is a very strong and sturdy plant, being able to grow in many soils and habitats. It grows continuously when watered and fed regularly and can survive periods of minor frosts.
This is a female flower having a single, compound pistil.

Place: Sillery Gaon, Sikkim, India
Date: 3rd February, 2017
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/160 sec
Aperture: f/4.5

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Glittering Waters of Brahmaputra

Assam possesses unparalleled natural scenic beauty. The towering hills in the backdrop of mighty Brahmaputra attracts the eyes of thousands of tourists from different parts of India and overseas. The Umananda Temple situated on the Peacock Island is a 30 minutes boat ride from Kachari Ghat. As the sun sets, numerous shades of bright orange and yellow color the sky and water surface. Colors of nature truly create a spiritual atmosphere for the uncountable devotees who travel to discover the contours of their inner self. Somehow, the curiosity of the human soul dissipates as nature dissolves and immerses into the human soul, rejuvenating the ancient relations of human and nature.

Place: Peacock Island, Assam, India
Date: 25th December, 2016
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/500 sec
Aperture: f/10

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Born to fly
Avian have existed from the Jurassic age of the Geological time scale. They are descendants of the two-legged dinosaur known as Theropods. They have shrunk in size, learnt to fly and made the necessary evolution to accommodate themselves with the constant change in nature. They have flown over many mountains, valleys, civilizations across the ages. Surviving apocalypse is not a fool's play.

Place: Kaziranga Forest, Assam, India
Date: 27th December, 2016
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 200
Shutter speed: 1/2000 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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The Red-vented Bulbul

The red-vented bulbul can be easily distinguished by its short crest giving the head a squarish appearance. The body is dark brown with a scaly pattern while the head is darker or black. The rump is white while the vent is red. The black tail is tipped in white.
Sexes are similar in plumage, but young birds are duller than adults. The typical call has been transcribed as ginger beer but a number of sharp single note calls likened as pick are also produced. Their alarm calls are usually responded to and heeded by many other species of bird.
Place: Bandel Church, Hooghly, West Bengal, India
Date: 23rd December, 2016
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 800
Shutter speed: 1/300 sec
Aperture: f/11

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Evolve or Vanish

In the botanical terms they are called as succulent plants or succulents. They can basically retain water in various structures like stems, leaves and sometimes roots also; and they are mostly found in the areas with high temperature and low rainfall. Though it can be grown under normal conditions as well. The fleshy parts can retain enough water to help the plant survive in adverse situations.
But don't confuse them with the cacti.
Nearly all cacti are succulents, but no succulent is a cactus.

Place: Sillery Gaon, Sikkim, India
Date: 3rd February, 2017
Device used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter speed: 1/80 sec
Aperture: f/5

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Tale of Ungrateful beings

The largest and heaviest herbivores of the animal kingdom may seem threatening on cards. But, they have always been a great ally of humankind. Their problem solving cognitive abilities depict signs of complex intelligence. The centuries of mate-ship has now turned soar. These kind friendly animals are rapidly hunted down for cheap economic benefits in illegal markets. The rapid encroachment of anthropogenic activities has caused shrinking their natural habitats. Our ungratefulness has many consequences. Unless, the guilt sinks in, the journey forward for them is very uncertain.

Place: Kaziranga National Park, Assam, India
Date: 27th December,2016
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 3200
Shutter Speed: 1/500 sec
Aperture: f/4

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Refracted by the Tremble

As the sun sets beneath the horizon, the sky is coloured by various shades of orange. The mesmerizing unparalleled beauty of the last hours of sun has sparked romanticism in the eyes of enthusiasts for ages. The trembling water tries to recreate the bright vivid colours but fails miserably. As the hour of retrospection progresses, the Mountain starts to engulf the bright sun. The remnants still continue to colour the sky with a crimson shade depicting the end of an adventure.

Place: Umiam Lake, Shillong, Meghalaya, India
Date: 29th December, 2016
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 160
Shutter Speed: 1/1000 sec
Aperture: f/8

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Ready to Roast

At a high altitude of 8000 feet above the sea level in Sikkim where the temperature drops to a freezing -18°C during the darkest hours of the winter nights, nothing can be better than a soft, juicy and smoky piece of meat accompanied with some liquor.
The warmth of the fire helps to rejuvenate the soul while the ambrosial food revitalizes the body at the end of a long wintry day.
Buckle up! Get ready to live another day.

Place: Padamchen, Sikkim, India
Date: 6th February, 2017
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 6400
Shutter Speed: 1/200 sec
Aperture: f/8

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Blossoms

The blossoming flowers depict every positive emotion of the nature. The vivid color they add to the bland green of leaves create such a special effect that mesmerizes all living beings. They are sometimes regarded as the objective standards of beauty demarcated by nature. The freshness of odor purifies the air and creates a paradise-like atmosphere that is unparalleled by any other natural beauty.

Place: Assam, India
Date: 29th December, 2016
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/250 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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The sunset

As the earth almost completes its half-rotation on its axis, the sun prepares to disappear from the horizon. The trees open up their shoots to soak as much insolation as possible, the birds prepare to return to their nests and the flowers prepare themselves for hours of darkness. The majestic dusk unfolds.

Place: Bandel Church, Hooghly, West Bengal
Date: 23rd December, 2016
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/800 sec
Aperture: f/10

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The “Blue” Sky

Clear blue skies bring the voice of optimism. The sun rays refracted and scattered by the suspended molecules in air color the sky above us in blue and violet light which accentuates the lower end of the visible spectrum. For the optimists, a clear sky reminds us the sky's the limit. The fascinating shades of blue reignites the fuel that drives living souls. The constantly moving clouds shaped like swollen cotton provides a nice contrast to the blue background. The nature's contrasts reflect in the human souls too. Sometimes, the moving clouds block the sun rays castigating the positive minds. Sometimes, they float away exposing the sun. The eternal cycles of nature are relevant.

Place: Kaziranga National Park, Assam, India
Date: 27th December, 2016
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/800 sec
Aperture: f/5

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Pillars of Heritage

The series of identical pillars holding the sacred ancient structure remembers the centuries of sufferings, grievances and deprivation. They have seen unfulfilled wishes, unkept promises, and eternal longings of millions of people over the ages who came to find salvation. They still stand strong keeping the heritage intact weathering the raindrops, insolation of human emotions. These walls breathe history, bestow heritage. If you are immersed in them, you are in the right frame of mind.

Place: Imambara, Hooghly, West Bengal, India
Date: 23rd December, 2016
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 400
Shutter Speed: 1/200 sec
Aperture: f/6.3

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Splash of Water
The frequent blows of rafts disturb the tranquility of the water surface. The tremors created by the external force, causes the change of the status quo. The waves carry out the news of invasion by a foreign object. The universal laws of physics are no different from the fundamental laws that govern our lives. The sudden unexpected external impacts create tremors in our life. Like the water droplets bounced by the frequent blows of rafts follow the laws of gravitation and return to the status-quo, after the moments of unanticipated excitement the tranquility and peace again restores. It is all about riding those storms and difficult times and having preparations for the next ones. No one knows the next roadblock.
Place: Nainital Lake, Uttarakhand, India
Date: 15th January, 2020
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 200
Shutter Speed: 1/250 sec
Aperture: f/4

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Ancient & Majestic: Terracotta

Terracotta is one of the most ancient art forms of sculpture found on the Earth existing from approximately 1950 BC. It has passed on from one civilization to another, from one millennium to another and throughout its journey it has been transformed and evolved into various forms and shapes.
This unglazed porous ceramic structure has really ceased the time even in this chaotic world. It has a lot of stories to offer. Are you patient enough to go through them?

Place: Hanseswari Temple, Bansberia, Hooghly.
Date: 23rd December, 2016
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 800
Shutter Speed: 1/60 sec
Aperture: f/4

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Holy waters of Salvation

Humankind has always found their measures of finding comfort and discovering their innate wisdom and peace. Some indulge themselves into lifelong sufferings while some try to rediscover the facets of untraced truth. The journeys are endless. Whichever instrument you try to embark upon, the adversities and atrocities always create a barrier. But, the endless pursuit of salvation finds its predetermined path as possibilities turn into probabilities.

Place: Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
Date: 11th Jan, 2020
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/500 sec
Aperture: f/4.5

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Relationships of nature

Limestone caves are topographic features found in tropical and equatorial regions characterized by high frequency of rainfall. The forces of nature evolute the topographic features found on the Earth surface authenticating its authority and control. The drooping water through porous limestone has caused the accumulation of calcium salts for centuries designing the land form feature Stalactite. Centuries of land form evolution will continue until the Stalactites meet Stalagmite in order to form helictites creating a match made in heaven. These developing relationships will one day find their happy endings as the structure will become more resolute and withstanding with the course of time owing to the natural forces.

Place: Limestone Caves, Baratang Islands, Andaman.
Date: 15th October, 2019
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/200 sec
Aperture: f/4
Flash: Inbuilt flash fired

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Curious

The curious set of eyes is looking for freedom. The primordial urge of roaming free, jumping from one branch of the tree to another lies rampant. The external surroundings although don't allow them to be expressive. The traps and cages we have set up for them to glorify our predecessors is nothing but unfortunate. What guarantee there is that the more evolved species in the near future will not make a laughing stock out of us? I guess that would be proper retribution.

Place: Nainital, India
Date: 15th Jan, 2020
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 400
Shutter Speed: 1/250 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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Soaked

Toughest times precede the pleasant ones. The intense Sun drops below the horizon. Grasses finally find a sigh of relief as the temperature cools down. The suspended air molecules on the atmosphere condense to form water droplets that touch the grasses following the rules of Gravity. The lingering water droplets rejuvenate the dry grasses and prepare it for another day of photosynthesis. Nothing can escape the inevitable cycle of Nature.

Place: Golu Devta Temple, Ghorakhal, Nainital
Date: 16th January, 2020
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 800
Shutter Speed: 1/200 sec
Aperture: f/5.6

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Disguised

Only the fittest who find a way beneath the atrocities can survive. The defense mechanism inherent within every species we look at is the consequence of eternal process of evolution.
Camouflaged into the sand, this species has developed a defense mechanism that has allowed them to sustain in this competitive universe. Their unnoticed unannounced presence around the hegemony of humankind speaks for itself.

Place: Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island, Andaman
Date: 12th October, 2019
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/3200 sec
Aperture: f/5.6
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Scripted by- Anindya Basak ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/anindya-basak-297177191 )

A wanderer

Freedom is such an important component for any species. Barring humankind, no other species have been able to explore new realms of liberty. Governed by environmental determinism these species have thrived in close proximity to nature following the natural cycles. They have found their freedom amidst all the limitations imposed by nature. The reciprocity of their relation provides a different edge to the humanly definition of freedom. If that does not arise questions about our nature of reality then what will?

Place: Ross Island, Andaman
Date: 11th October, 2019
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 55-250 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/500 sec
Aperture: f/5.6
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Packed like sardines

Serenely enigmatic blue waters and the backdrop of crystal clear skies decorated by clusters.
What more do we need to incentivize and encourage a generation of explorers to explore the unexplored, know the unknown?
Reaching the horizon riding on the boats to find a new horizon is such a revolutionary thought. What more do we need to keep the child with umpteen curiosity alive within us?
I guess there is no right answer. The answer lies in our subjectivities waiting to be explored again and again.

Place: Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex, Port Blair, Andaman
Date: 11th October, 2019
Device Used: Canon EOS 1300D
Lens Used: Canon EF-S 18-55 mm f3.5/5.6 IS II
ISO: 100
Shutter Speed: 1/800 sec
Aperture: f/5.6
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