Dal Lake Snow Covered Mountain Reflection

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Dal Lake Snow Covered Mountain Reflection

Snow covered mountains are reflected in Dal Lake in Srinagar on March 12, 2014. Avalanches triggered by unusually heavy snowfall killed at least six people in Indian Kashmir, as flimsy buildings caved in across the Himalayan valley, police said. The dead included two soldiers who were crushed by snow in Kargil, a mountainous area of the remote Ladakh region, while four others were killed by avalanches in the south of the state, according to officials.AFP PHOTO/Tauseef MUSTAFA / AFP PHOTO / TAUSEEF MUSTAFA

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the serene beauty of Dal Lake in Srinagar, India, as snow-covered mountains majestically reflect upon its tranquil waters. Taken on March 12,2014, this image showcases a breathtaking mountain range mirrored flawlessly in the lake's surface. However, behind this picturesque scene lies a tragic tale of avalanches triggered by an unusually heavy snowfall that claimed the lives of at least six people in Indian Kashmir. As flimsy buildings collapsed throughout the Himalayan valley due to the weight of snow, two soldiers tragically lost their lives when they were crushed under its immense pressure in Kargil. Additionally, four others fell victim to deadly avalanches in the southern region of the state. This devastating event serves as a reminder of nature's power and unpredictability. Photographer Tauseef Mustafa skillfully captured both the serenity and danger present within this landscape through his lens. The juxtaposition between tranquility and tragedy is evident; it reminds us that even amidst stunning natural beauty, life can be fragile and unpredictable. This print not only illustrates a mesmerizing mountain landscape but also serves as a poignant reminder to appreciate life's fleeting moments while respecting nature's forces.

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