DAILY PHOTO: Kashmiri Tarns

Taken in August of 2016 on the Sonamarg – Naranag Trail.

DAILY PHOTO: Views of Pani Kotha

Taken on November 30, 2019 in Diu


Pani Kotha (a.k.a. Water Fort, Fortim do Mar, and Alfiston Jail) is a Portugese prison positioned off-shore from the Diu Fort — between Diu island and the Ghoghola peninsula. The ship-shaped structure held prisoners — at least those that weren’t good swimmers.

DAILY PHOTO: Strutting Lapwing

Taken in November of 2019 at Gir NP

DAILY PHOTO: The Great Wall of Diu

Taken on November 30, 2019 in Diu

Among the lesser known attractions of Diu is a wall that bisects the island from Chandrika Maa Temple in the south to the Diu Cross roundabout at the foot of the Dr Shamji Bridge on the north side. One can travel atop the wall for its entire length. [Beware the poop of many species.]

DAILY PHOTO: Birds of Diu: Stork, Egret, and Parrot

Taken on November 30, 2019 in Diu

DAILY PHOTO: Langurs at the Watering Hole

Taken at Gir NP on November 29, 2019

DAILY PHOTO: Churches of Diu

Taken in November of 2019 in Diu; This church was converted to the Diu Museum, featuring Christian artifacts.

This church was owned by a hospital, but appears to be vacant / unused.

This church, St. Paul’s, is the only active church in Diu

DAILY PHOTO: Young Owls

Taken on November 29, 2019 at Gir National Park.

DAILY PHOTO: Naida Caves

Taken on November 30, 2019 in Diu

DAILY PHOTO: Spotted Deer, Gir NP

Taken on November 29, 2019 at Gir National Park