Himalayan mountain landscape with snow-capped peaks and forested hills in Larjung, Nepal
Snow-capped Himalayan peaks rise above forested hills and a wide river valley in the Annapurna Conservation Area near Larjung, Nepal, photographed May 2017.
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The Annapurna region of Nepal showcases some of the world's most dramatic mountain scenery. This landscape captures the iconic layering of terrain typical of the Himalayan foothills.
The Kali Gandaki Valley, one of the deepest gorges on Earth, cuts through this region. Traditional trekking routes pass through villages like Larjung and Ghasa, connecting remote communities.
The clear May morning reveals the stark contrast between the barren, snow-covered peaks above 7,000 meters and the lush coniferous forests clinging to the lower slopes.
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