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Darjeeling, India-One of the wonderful artisans at work at The Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center. Established in 1959 after the dramatic escape of the Dalai Lama from Tibet to India this center was established as a home and workplace for Tibetans. You can purchase everything from carpets to big wool hats, I have a couple, hand painted postcards and more. I don’t think India or even Nepal for that matter has been recognized enough for its’ kindness welcoming these people into their homes. #nikon #incredibleindia #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #nikon #himalayas #photooftheday #new#happiness#travelingram #tibetan #instatravel#traveltheworld #darjeeling #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #travelphotography August 02, 2018 at 05:15PM

August 2, 2018 /
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Kolkata, India-Missed a few things on my last visit but didn’t want to leave the flower market off my list of must-see places. Actually it’s quite an exhausting market to be in for any length of time as the chaos is over the top. Fantastic photo ops, an almost all out scrap between two women arguing over their space and some kind folk and complimentary chai for unforgettable moments. Go during wedding season in the late fall when the gamut of colors is at its’ peak! #nikon #incredibleindia #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #nikon #flowers #photooftheday #new#happiness#travelingram#instatravel#traveltheworld #instago #calcutta #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #kolkata #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #food August 01, 2018 at 09:14AM

August 1, 2018 /
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Rimbik(Darjeeling),India-A friendly face welcomes us in the town of Rimbik after a 5 day trek on the Singalila Ridge. If you’ve traveled through other parts of India you’ll find this region to be completely different. Not only the surroundings but the mix of ethnic groups of Nepalis, Tibetans, and Bengalis. Almost anyone that’s active can do the Singalila Trek, which traverses 3 peaks making it possible to see the sunrise over 4 Of The 5 highest mountains on the planet. #nikon #incredibleindia #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #nikon #himalayas #photooftheday #new#happiness#travelingram #instago #instatravel#traveltheworld #darjeeling #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #travelphotography July 31, 2018 at 08:45AM

July 31, 2018 /
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Kolkata, India-A flower garland stall near the Kalighat Temple. I spent almost 2 weeks in Kolkata on my last visit. Things I remember the most? Having chai at different stalls with my friend Subroto, getting a haircut and head massage for a $1.50, the nuns with their warm world class attitude at Motherhouse, where Mother Teresa’s remains are and where she lived and worked. The crazy eccentric people around the temple, including a cigarette smoking goat! The sites are great but these are my most treasured memories. #nikon #incredibleindia #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #nikon #architecturephotography #photooftheday #new#happiness#travelingram#instatravel#traveltheworld #instago #calcutta #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #kolkata #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #foodporn #travelphotography July 30, 2018 at 09:21AM

July 30, 2018 /
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Kolkata, India-Needs lots of work but this part of this city, B.B.D. Bagh, formerly Dalhousie Square, is the quintessential British Raj Indian neighborhood. The seat of power for West Bengal it was also the operating center of British India. If they see you, police or army, taking pictures of government buildings they won’t be happy so be careful. Also lots of street food in the area as this is the central business district. Their choice but still think it was a mistake to change the super branded city name of Calcutta to Kolkata, Oh well! #nikon #incredibleindia #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #nikon #architecturephotography #photooftheday #new#happiness#travelingram#instatravel#traveltheworld #instago #calcutta #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #kolkata #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #foodporn #travelphotography July 29, 2018 at 05:50PM

July 29, 2018 /
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Kolkata, India-The food displays in South Asia and Southeast Asia are impressive to say the least. These are the original food stylists, creating food displays that are artistic and mouthwatering! Walking through the many markets of Kolkata can be overwhelming but inspiring. This cauliflower display I came across one late afternoon was a work of art. #nikon #incredibleindia #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #nikon #foodstylist #photooftheday #new#happiness#travelingram#instatravel#traveltheworld #instago #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #foodporn #travelphotography July 28, 2018 at 07:57PM

July 28, 2018 /
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Siem Reap, Cambodia-The mysterious faces of the Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom. Some believe them to be the Bodhitsatva Of Compassion, others the face of King Jayavarman VII himself, who built the temple. They are moving and impressive no matter who’s face they depict. The way they seem to evoke, peace, contentment, and love is simply astonishing. Maybe because we as humans have a deep subconscious desire to pursue these virtues causes us to be drawn to such images? Who knows. Life is full of mystery, surprises, wonderment, and maybe even things that can’t or needn’t be explained. #angkorthom #nikon #buddhism #king #away #tripme #traveling #alone #photooftheday #new #happiness #travelingram #instago #instatravel #travelworld #instago #beautifulplace #travelpics #travellife #instafollow #travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #travelphotography #ruins #archeology #cambodia #khmer July 27, 2018 at 10:29AM

July 27, 2018 /
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Hanoi, Vietnam-Spent two weeks on my last visit mostly just wandering around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter. I love the French Quarter but nothing can beat the energy and atmosphere of these streets. Hanoi is also considered the cultural capital and indeed on some nights you may see some musicians playing/singing traditional songs. Don’t worry about the meaning of the words, the feelings and vibrations will penetrate your soul. #vietnam #hanoi #fuji #myfujifilm #fujifilm #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #photooftheday #walkingstreet #nightmarket #new#happiness#travelingram #instago #instatravel#traveltheworld #instago #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #travelphotography July 26, 2018 at 11:39AM

July 26, 2018 /
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Hanoi, Vietnam-The “Old Quarter”, easily one of my favorite places in Southeast Asia! These shops were all decked out with Christmas decorations when I was there last November. Right from early morning until around 9:30pm this place has the most energy, movement, and atmosphere anywhere! Never get tired of it! Check out my YouTube channel for videos on Hanoi, especially on how to avoid getting scammed or overcharged. #vietnam #hanoi #fuji #myfujifilm #fujifilm #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #photooftheday #walkingstreet #nightmarket #new#happiness#travelingram #instago #instatravel#traveltheworld #instago #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #travelphotography July 25, 2018 at 10:54AM

July 25, 2018 /
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Hanoi, Vietnam-The gorgeous Hanoi Opera House in the picturesque “French Quarter” of the city. If just one place could capture France’s desire to have reminders of home it would be here. Wonderful place to stroll and a little less chaotic then the “Old Quarter” and if you must take a cyclo I think the French Quarter is the most romantic spot! #vietnam #hanoi #fuji #myfujifilm #fujifilm #streetphotography#photojournalism #away #tripme #traveling #alone #photooftheday #walkingstreet #nightmarket #new#happiness#travelingram #instago #instatravel#traveltheworld #instago #beautifulplace#travelpics#travellife #wildernessculture#instafollow#travellife #FF #igtravel #followme #travelphotography July 24, 2018 at 10:54AM

July 24, 2018 /
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