I am just back from a refreshing trip to the Himalayan mountains in North Sikkim. There I saw how the environment is being polluted everyday by smokey tourist vehicles. Even the landscapes at above 17,800 feet are not spared from grasp of so-called “tourism”. Tourism in hilly areas like Sikkim, is definitely a means of economic development. But I doubt if it is always good for the nature and environment around us! What do you say?
Published in response to The Daily Post Photo Challenge: Spare.
PS: These photos are from my photo essay to a photogenic journey to Lake Gurudongmar in Sikkim, India. Do drop by if you like it. 🙂
I think one must enjoy, nature as a part of nature.
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Absolutely! Thank you.
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You are most welcome..!
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Outstanding images, specially the mirror lake.
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Thank you for visiting my blog, Sandeepa and Chetan.
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just stunning – love the new theme by the way!
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Thanks Andrew. I am glad I found this new theme. 😀
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Wonderful shots!
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Thank you
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All gorgeous captures!!
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Thank you.
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beautiful clicks:-)
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Thank you for dropping by.
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🙂
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Awesome
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Thanks Rupam. Glad you liked the pics.
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I am missing the mountains!Such stunning beauty you have captured!
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And I am missing the sea… 😀 Thank you for kind appreciation.
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Lovely pictures!
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Glad you liked it. Thank you.
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Although it’s not desirable but I have found this to be a debatable topic. people often give preference to local economy while those who favor environment will take a different stand. I think environment preservation needs a priority
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Yes, I also think so. But why not the tourists also be a little more responsible? Then we can maintain a balance between tourism and protecting nature. Thank you.
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Moon…I may sound negative but across India, environment is least people care about, be it tourist or locals. Tourist certainly are worse of, demanding all facilities possible and littering without a second thought. Just look at touristy places. you’ll know what I mean. I feel sad, looking at all this. I wish we could be more sensible. It’s great to see post like these….may be some will at least change after reading this!
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Fabulous images
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Thank you. 🙂
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