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27
Oct

Kaas Plateau (Kaas Pathar) of flowers, Satara (2013) [Part 1 of 2]

:: Destinations – India: Kaas Plateau of Flowers (2013) [Part 1 of 2]

Situated in the Western Ghats, the Kaas Plateau and a UNESCO Biodiversity World Heritage site, is a popular place with amazing natural beauty. Every monsoon, between August and September/October, the plateau comes alive with more than 800 species of wild flowers!

We visited in 2011 (see the album here) but unfortunately, the rains weren’t adequate in the monsoon of 2012; so we passed on a trip that year. But 2013 saw a good monsoon, and so, it was time to make a visit to this Plateau of Flowers again. However, sadly, there were a few heavy spells of rain in late Sep, and the delicate flowers were apparently affected. Even though the overall blossoms were far fewer, the scenery was fantastic.

Please note: This album is in two parts. Don’t forget to check out the other part too. (Coming soon)

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Tiny and pretty white flowers in dense numbers on the Kaas Plateau this season

Tiny and pretty white flowers in dense numbers on the Kaas Plateau this season

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A stretch of the few remaining purple wild flowers on the Kaas Plateau. [Special effect] A stretch of the few reamining purple wild flowers on the Kaas Plateau A close-up shot of the purple flower...at Kaas Plateau A view of one side of the Kaas Plateau reflects the absence of flowers. But the contrasts in the scenery are worth savoring anyways.
A macro show of a pretty little yellow flower (it's really tiny actually) A scenic vista captures the contrasts in the landscape at Kaas Plateau. Tiny, really tiny, delicate white spherical flowers abound along the Kaas Plateau this season; the monotony of whites is aptly broken by the purples :) Oh, the pleasure of lying underneath the blue sky! The Kaas Plateau is a vast expanse that blooms with wild flowers like these each year.
A close-up view of the pillar-like white flowers reveals the density of such growth on the Kaas Plateau. [Special effect: Zooming in] A close-up view of the pillar-like white flowers reveals the density of such growth on the Kaas Plateau. The tiny white flowers are fascinating in itself - a lovely contrast with the fresh green grass on the plateau. That's how many such white flowers there are, all around at Kaas Plateau (this season)
Looking towards the edge of the Kaas Plateau; people take in the beauty of the natural surroundings on a wonderful day. A lone ranger, this tiny yellow flower, seems to have survived the careless trampling of passers-by. [Special effect: Zooming in] Ahh - do we need to say more?! [Special effect: Spinning] Oh look, we're spining!!
A scenic contrast of the Kaas Plateau, as we walk over to the edge of the Plateau. [Special effect: As if gliding over] A scenic contrast of the Kaas Plateau, as we walk over to the edge of the Plateau. The view over the edge of the Kaas Plateau on this side is simply picturesque - cotton-woolly clouds in a blue sky, shades of lush green, ... [Special effect: As if gliding over] This is what a bird's eye view might be like! A scenic panaroma unfolds over the edge at Kaas PlateauThis is what
[That's what it looks like to humans!] A scenic panaroma unfolds over the edge at Kaas Plateau The scenic view of the mountains across this edge of the Kaas Plateau.

See Part 2 (coming soon) and more pictures of another visit to Kaas here

27
Oct

Kaas Plateau (Kaas Pathar) of flowers, Satara (2011)

:: Destinations – India: Kaas Plateau of Flowers (2011)

Situated in the Western Ghats, 22 kms from Satara City (approx. 110 kms from Pune), the Kaas Plateau is a UNESCO Biodiversity World Heritage site. Every monsoon, between August and September/October, the plateau comes alive with more than 800 species of wild flowers!

This was our first visit to the plateau – and while we weren’t lucky enough to get a carpetted view of the plateau (as seen in various pictures on the net), the drive, the weather, the vistas and the mood was enough to make it worth a visit – now, and again!

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The journey to the Kaas Plateau along the Western Sahyadri Range is riddled with amazing scenery

The journey to the Kaas Plateau along the Western Sahyadri Range is riddled with amazing scenery

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On the road from Pune, the drive takes you through winding mountain roads... Blue skies, lush green hills and the wind in the face. Ahh! Enroute to Kaas Plateau, there are numerous points along the Western Sahyadri Range (Ghat) to just stop and take in the scenery! Beautiful landscapes greet you at many turns along the way. (A glipmpse of the backwaters of Bhatgar Dam) A panaromic view of the lush green hill slopes, against a backdrop of blue skies and the backwaters of Bhatgar Dam
Nestled amidst the spectacular Western Sahyadri Range, the landscape simply amazes you. Beauty is all around, no matter where you look; Looking at the lush green settings enroute to Kaas Plateau. Each point atop the Western Sahyadri Range looks inviting to go to - for the thrill, as well as the views it promises! Blue waters match the blue in the skies to break the monotony of the lush greens all around.
A beautiful landscape lies alongside the final stretch to the Kaas Plateau (as seen from the overcrowded parking lot) A beautiful landscape lies alongside the final stretch to the Kaas Plateau (as seen from the overcrowded parking lot). [Visit http://bit.ly/18WFQfp for full panaroma size] A beautiful landscape lies alongside the final stretch to the Kaas Plateau (as seen from the overcrowded parking lot). [Visit http://http://bit.ly/Hm5NLC for full panaroma size] A beautiful landscape lies alongside the final stretch to the Kaas Plateau (as seen from the overcrowded parking lot). [Visit http://http://bit.ly/HiZxnt for full panaroma size]
Tiny, bright yellow wild flowers liven up the rocky terrain at Kaas Plateau Hues of green, sun and shadows due to the partly cloudy skies add that extra punch to the already dramatic settings. Tiny flowers rise up all along the Kaas Plateau (Pathar) - as people wander around taking in the fresh air and beauty. White and purple flowers rise up all along the Kaas Plateau (Pathar); the white ones are only a tad above one's ankles!
In a good season, the plateau is ablaze with purple flowers [See kaasplateau.in for more on the species of flowers] Yellow flowers line many of the trails at the Kaas Plateau Bright and sunny, these yellow flowers brighten up the place even more, at Kaas Plateau Flowers like these grow in shades of purple, pink, red and more. It would be wonderful to catch the entire place abloom!
White, purple and pink flowers abloom on the plateau. (Hmm, could've been better...) White, purple and pink flowers abloom on the plateau. A panaromic (wide angle) view of the Kaas Plateau shows shades of pink and purple of the wild flowers amidst the grass. Pink colored wild flowers carpet the Kaas Plateau this season.
Pink colored wild flowers carpet the Kaas Plateau this season. A multi-hued contrast is what makes the visit to Kaas wonderful! Yet another spectacular view of the hills, water bodies and blue sky on the way back. Catching a fleeting view of the sunset, as we drive back after a wonderful trip

See pictures of the 2013 visit to Kaas here…

15
Sep

CityScapes – Neon Reflections (2 of 2)

:: Abstract – Lights: CityScapes – Neon Reflections

There are those who like the rain, and there are those who don’t. Apart from the refreshing feel of the rain, there’s another aspect of it which has caught my fancy over time, especially if you live in cities and urban areas. That is the amazing reflections of neon signs and street lights on freshly drenched city streets.

It’s not easy to capture these, since the timing and ‘luck’ needed to have all the ingredients in place is quite a lot to get right! But, nevertheless, having your camera handy in the rains can be useful.

Here is a set from a visit to a city mall in the rains. Enjoy the blues, reds and yellows!

Here is Part 2 of the set from a visit to a city mall in the rains. Enjoy the blues, reds and yellows!

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A model on a billboard is also caught by the fancy of the rains and reflections

A model on a billboard is also caught by the fancy of the rains and reflections

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True Blues: A blue glow lines the promenade A splash of lights from the neon signs on the pavement To go or not to go: Looks slippery, but inviting nevertheless! Whoops! Sliding down?! (Well, not really - just a hand shake moment!)
Lights, rain, reflection and lines make for interesting patterns Shopping carts get a free wash in the light rain! Lights, rain, reflection and lines make for interesting patterns A model on a billboard is also caught by the fancy of the rains and reflections!
A model on a billboard is also caught by the fancy of the rains and reflections! (Different view) A screen of raindrops is formed on the glass of the stairway, creating a unique effect against the backdrop of neon signs Enjoying the rain - and the view!! Abstract hues of trails of tail lights (shaken!)

See Part 1 of this set here…

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