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IRS Officer photographs Mount Kailash shining under stars with Lake Mansarovar reflecting like heaven

A rare night view of Mount Kailash shows its snow-clad face glowing under moonlight, mirrored in Mansarovar Lake, with a shooting star adding divine beauty to the timeless landscape.

September 03, 2025 / 13:45 IST
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Mount Kailash Glows Under Starry Skies in Striking Photograph (Image: Ritesh Bhatt, IRS)

A recent photo has captured Mount Kailash as never before. Its snow-covered slopes glisten under gentle moonlight, beautifully set against a shining night sky.

The image was taken by Ritesh Bhatt, an officer of the Indian Revenue Service. It shows the southern face of Mount Kailash in all its symmetry.

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What else is visible in the picture?
In the foreground, Lake Mansarovar reflects the star-filled heavens.A shooting star seems to kiss the summit, said to be shaped like a diya descending from the heavens.

The photograph entwines nature with profound cultural significance. In the foreground, distant human habitation can be seen appearing small compared to the mountain, which reminds one of its divine size.