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Jan

Amazing Sunsets: Pune, November 2020

:: Galleries – Nature: Sunsets – Nov 2020:

One of my favorite quotes goes: “Watch more sunsets than Netflix “and it’s something I cannot resist! At every opportunity that I can get, I will not miss a sunset.

One cannot be sure of what it might turn out like, but, even if it doesn’t, it’s usually lovely, to see the journey of the sun (or, actually, the Earth we stand on), as it completes a day. Every season (hmm, well, maybe not the piercing summer here) usually offers some great sunsets, especially, as many photographer’s would agree, when the sky is also a tad cloudy.

It was on once such evening, and though, not very cloudy, as usual, with camera in tow, made my way to one of the best spots in Pune, to watch the sunset, little knowing, that what would unfold would be like none other.

Here, are the pictures of this outing – and surely, wouldn’t be the last for me. So, keep watching this space!

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Someone took a delicious bite, huh?.

Someone took a delicious bite, huh?

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Cloudy skies promise a sunset to wait for... Playing with some colour, as we wait for the sunset... Taking in the peace... Solitude

Cloudy skies promise a sunset to wait for... Find your inner glow... The sun eventually makes its appearance. How will it be? Is it a bird? Is it a flame? It's an amazing Sun!

The Sun's flame is a powerhouse for our Universe Birds swoop by in the spectacular glow Evening spotlight?! Picturesque reflections...

Picturesque reflections... Myriad hues of a sun... It's almost like someone turned on the light! Someone took a delicious bite, huh?

It's like an eclipse, ain't it? Very few take a moment to stop by and witness beautiful sunsets... Well, it's almost like capturing the big red planet in our solar system! Shifting hues (do you see?)

Seems like it's rolling downhill! Balancing act, shall we say? Sinking into the arms of the Earth A primary source of all energy in our solar system, the Sun is about 109x the Earth's diameter...

Picture perfect landscape! Sinking in, for a night of rest... There's so much to be grateful for in this world... Shifting focus to the sky, but the Sun yet draws attention.

30
Dec

Rajgad Fort Trek, Pune ([9])

:: Rajgad Fort Trek, Pune (cont’d)

The trek to the Rajgad Fort, started off with inspiring notes. Every stage along the way was amazing, and offered beautiful views, excitement, and adrenaline rush.

The trek is moderate grade difficulty, but, is not easy by any measure – and even, though our feet were screaming with pain by the time we began our descent, the vistas and sunset promised more action. In the end, it was all worth it! Besides the amazing weather, landscape and scenery, this was a very well organized trek by Nelda Foundation, and albeit, the remains of the historic fort are few, it goes to show the amazing prowess and historic significance of the great Maratha warriors of the time!

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Macro shot of the beautiful flora - can't get enough of these!

Macro shot of the beautiful flora - can't get enough of these!

 
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As the sun descends below the ranges, the flowers add a touch of beauty amidst the contrasting views A final look at the magnificent and historic Rajgad Fort Macro shot of the beautiful flora - can't get enough of these! Even though it's been a tough trek, looking back, promises a drama unfolding in the skies...

Enjoying the glow of the setting sun on the hill slopes, as we make our way down... A temple far below, basks in the evening glow A panaromic view of the stunning evening that greeted us It's pointless continuing down, when the sky starts filling up with interesting patterns

Cloud swirls form as dusk falls on the evening... Cloud swirls form as dusk falls on the evening... The evening skies are beautiful, whichever way we look! The mountain ranges quickly fall into a bluish shroud as the weather starts to cool

Contrasts in the landscape are too good to miss Cloud swirls begin taking the colors of the evening sun...! Cloud swirls begin taking the colors of the evening sun...! Stunning skies keep us mesmerized as the drama unfolds...

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28
Dec

Rajgad Fort Trek, Pune ([8] – cont’d)

:: Rajgad Fort Trek, Pune (cont’d)

The trek to the Rajgad Fort, started off with inspiring notes. Every stage along the way was amazing, and offered beautiful views, excitement, and adrenaline rush. Reaching the Maha Darwaza (ie Main Gate) to Bale Killa (ie little fort), was arduous (and though graded as medium, is not that easy). Enthused by our progress and the promise of more, we continue on.

I’ll be adding more of them here, as and when I get the chance, but, do have a look.
(Viewing on larger screens recommended)

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The ruins of the historic Rajgad Fort, where once, the warrior Maratha empire ruled

The ruins of the historic Rajgad Fort, where once, the warrior Maratha empire ruled

 
In this album:
Standing on the edge, overlooking the vast expanse over the top A panoramic view offers a sense of vantage that was essential to protect the seat of the Maratha empire Stunning skies contrast against the ruins of the fort After enjoying the views and history, it's time to descend back to base...

Descending down the treacherous Maha Darwaza... One last glimpse at the Maratha flag, flying high at the top Descending down the treacherous Maha Darwaza... More lovely flowers on the way down

The pretty flowers, against an impressive mountain range... The pretty flowers, against an impressive mountain range... The variety of flora here is simply amazing! Back near the base, the ruins lie quietly amidst the contrast of the settings

The steps that led us up to Bale Killa (these probably were not there back then) Historic views (of the ruins) Historic views (of the ruins) Flowers sway in the cool breeze...

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