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    Deep in the valleys of Kashmir

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    Goats and Sheep grazing in the lush meadows. The cattle herders move from meadow to meadow until winter sets in. They wait at the foothills of the mountains till the valleys open up next summer. by: neelima Views[408] They lead a tough life high up in the mountains. Seen here is the inside of a makeshift camp. The woman is wearing a huge robe which is worn to keep the body warm. The wooden basket in her hands is called Kangar, which contains an earthen pot with burning coal inside. This basket is carried and held under the robe which keeps them warm . by: neelima Views[175] Once the snow starts thawing by summer, the tribe begins their journey towards the high altitude meadows along with the cattle where they set up camps until the onset of winter. by: neelima Views[179] The nomadic shepherd herding tribes are one of the very few people who make these valleys their temporary residence. Every year they take the sheep high above the tree line to graze in the lush meadows. Seen here is a young girl leading the cattle across the snow laden mountain pass into the meadows across the mountains. by: neelima Views[477] Kashmir, a land of unparalleled natural beauty is very rightfully called Heaven on Earth! Lush green meadows, fresh water streams, heavenly glacial lakes and snow clad mountains create stunning alpine scenery. However, the entire valley of Kashmir has been steeped in turmoil over territorial disputes for many years now. by: neelima Views[821]
     

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