"Beautiful wildflowers, snow melt streams and innumerable trails for hikers and backpackers: the Sierra Nevada is a unique mountain range."

"A child bikes in Curry Village, the erstwhile Camp Curry lodging in Yosemite National Park."

"Mist rise to engulf El Capitan as the last light hits the giant granite monolith. There is really no place like the Yosemite National Park."

"Every year, in the second week of November, one of the oldest lighthouse is lit as the old fashioned way and results in quite a spectacle. Pigeon Point hostel, situated at the base of lighthouse is a good place to stay as well."

"The Taj Mahal is visited by millions of visitors every year but only a select few really stop to admire its grandeur. Most of the people are busy in capturing memories in their camera"

"A couple enjoys a beautiful evening at San Gregorio State Beach, San Mateo Coast, CA with the waves mimicking the bluffs shining in golden light."

"Joshua Tree National Park situated in south east California is famous for its Joshua trees and night sky."

"Singing hymns and chants in praise (AARTI) of Rivers is an ancient tradition in India. Here in Vrindavan, a priest the "Yamuna Aarti" at dusk."

"A breaking Pacific storm results in beautiful god beams. Winter and Spring rain storms are generally fast moving and can result in scenes of breathtaking beauty."

"The preserve is famous for its Spring Wildflowers and can sometimes put up an exceptional show of color."

"Wildflowers galore along the trails on a beautiful Spring morning."

"A beautiful Fall Sunset as viewed from the preserve."

"Burnt grass and dramatic clouds signify the fall season in the preserve."

"Clear Summer evenings with less light pollution compared to the valley makes the preserve a decent place for casual star gazing."

"Russian Ridge is located at the intersection of Page Mill Road and Skyline Boulevard. It takes about 25 minutes of drive from I-280 to reach the preserve via Page Mill Road."