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    Over the Hills and Far Away

    Photos from France

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    To Italy, With Love From France. From where I stood in France I could see the Italian Alps. There is something majestic about standing in one country and seeing the cusp of another. When looking deeper, you can see the bridge that leads the way and the clouds seemed to be pulling you further, to adventure into the unknown beyond. Views[201] When travelling to Val D'isere in France, I wanted to document the mountains beyond the ski resort. I think this picture represents my lasting impression on the place. When I was atop the mountain with nothing but my camera, I felt a sense of deep peace that can only be accomplished by immersing yourself in complete nature. I found the juxtaposition between the bustling ski slopes and the everlasting solemnity of the mountains overwhelming. Views[201] This damn has been built in between Val D'isere and Tignes in France. On passing it between the resorts I felt that I had to visit this place where man had intervened in nature. There were no bus routes so I hiked for nearly 3 hours to reach this spot. I was intrigued by the lake in the mountainous path and the obvious human evidence but the lack of active human activity. Views[212] I was attempting to discover the mountains beyond the ski resort in Val D'isere, France. I had taken the ski lift up Le Fornet and had taken the hikers path over the mountain. As I passed a man, I turned around to watch his ascent up the path. There were no skis here. I don't know where he came from or where he was going but I was compelled to take his photograph as he continued his journey round the mountain. Views[215] This photograph was taken off the ski path in Val D'isere, France. I went as far as I could on the ski lifts and then had taken the mountain paths to discover this church. I was struck by how, so far from any settlement, there was a church looking out towards the Italian Alps. To me, it felt like the church had been built as close to the heavens as possible. Views[167]
     

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