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A photograph of a group of pilgrims on a grassy mountain meadow in front of a snow-capped peak, with rocky cliffs on either side under a partly cloudy sky. Many people sit on the ground in blue, orange and red jackets, several with orange shawls draped over their shoulders. In the foreground, a man in a grey cap and a man in a blue jacket stand near an orange plastic crate, and a man in white trousers and an orange-striped jacket stands near the crate. Scattered rocks and red duffel bags lie on the ground. The scene is a Kailash yatra gathering.

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A large group of pilgrims sits and stands on a grassy hillside in front of a snow-capped peak with dark rock banded layers, under a partly cloudy blue sky. Many wear warm jackets in blue, red and black, and several wear orange scarves or orange-brown headwear. In the foreground a man in white trousers and a blue jacket stands beside a red plastic crate, and a man in a white shirt stands near the centre of the group. Rocky ridges and dark cliffs frame the scene, with a green valley below the mountain.Outdoor photograph on the Kailash pilgrimage route in a high barren valley of rock and sparse green grass, with a snow-capped peak rising in the background. A large group of pilgrims sits on the stony ground in a circle, many wearing orange shawls and scarves, with warm jackets in red, blue, green and black and wide-brimmed hats. Two standing figures stand at the front in orange and blue; one in an orange robe with an orange shawl stands at the centre-left, appearing to address the group. A cairn of stacked stones sits to the left, and a small stream runs across the valley floor on the right.2011-08-06A large group of pilgrims sits on grass and rocky ground in a high mountain valley, facing a snow-capped peak under a partly cloudy blue sky. Two figures stand at the front in orange robes: one in an orange robe and orange head wrap, and another in an orange robe, with a man in a blue jacket beside them. Many seated devotees wear orange shawls or sashes, with fleece jackets, hats and head coverings in varied colours. Stacked stone cairns and a dirt path run through the valley, and a small structure sits at the left edge. A standing figure at the right wears a black jacket and a dark hat, leaning forward.2011-08-06Outdoor group gathering in a high-altitude mountain valley beneath a snow-capped peak. A figure in orange robes and an orange head wrap stands centrally, facing a large seated circle of participants wearing orange shawls and colourful jackets. Many people sit on grass and rocks; others stand at the edge in blue and grey padded jackets. Rocky ridges and a stream frame the scene under a cloudy sky.2011-08-06August 08 20122012-08-08A photograph taken on a grassy high-altitude plain beneath a steep, layered reddish-brown rock face, with a snow-capped peak visible above the cliff under a blue sky with white clouds. On the left, a person in an orange wrap and matching orange knit cap sits cross-legged beside a silver umbrella pole, facing right toward the group. Around a dozen seated devotees sit on the grass in front of them: several wear orange or red headscarves and shawls, one wears a pale blue jacket with an orange scarf, another wears a dark jacket with a rudraksha-style mala, and others wear hats and jackets. Some appear to be listening attentively, and a small book or card lies on the grass at lower right.2012-08-08A photograph of two men outdoors on a grassy high-altitude valley with rocky brown slopes and a snow-capped conical peak rising in the background under a partly cloudy blue sky. On the left, a man in a blue jacket with an orange scarf looks toward the right. On the right, a man in an orange turban, orange fleece jacket and long orange shawl holds a small folded white paper and reads or talks with him.2011-08-06Large group photo of many pilgrims on a grassy mountain valley floor, with a snow-capped peak rising behind them under a pale sky. Most wear orange or saffron shawls and scarves; others wear blue and navy down jackets, caps and sunglasses. Several people sit cross-legged in the front on rocks and a blue mat, with backpacks, water bottles and a small notebook around them. A seated figure near the centre wears a saffron robe and orange headwear, with a rudraksha-style bead necklace, and appears to be the focus of the group. Rocky slopes and a stream surround the valley.2011-08-06August 09 20122012-08-09 +1 copiesA wide outdoor photograph of a tall rocky cliff face of layered tan and brown strata beneath a snow-capped peak rising above it under a blue sky with large white clouds. In the foreground on a stony plain, a crowd of pilgrims sits and stands, many in orange and red shawls and wraps, some in white sun hats and caps, some photographing the mountain. A video camera on a tripod stands at the lower right edge of the frame, and a dark camera body is visible at the upper right. Several visible people are seated close together, facing the mountain.2012-07-27Outdoor photo on a high-altitude plateau below a snow-capped peak. In the foreground, seated pilgrims with their backs to the camera wear orange shawls and dark jackets, one wearing a black sun hat. In the middle, a standing figure in orange robes, an orange turban and a rudraksha mala raises one hand in greeting toward the group. Bare brown rock ridges and green-brown grassland surround them under a pale cloudy sky.2011-08-06August 08 20122012-08-08