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Unusual summer pics: Snoozing in the sun!

Last updated on: April 7, 2011 08:42 IST
Snoozing in the sun

We invited you to send in unique summer-themed photographs -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity -- to share with other readers. Here are a few more responses!

First up we have this image from Rana Shankar Shaw, who says, "I took a recent trip with my family to Mandermoni, a secluded beach weekend getaway near Digha in West Bengal. It has the longest motorable beach in India, approximately 14 kilometres. This pic was taken in the swimming pool of the resort where we stayed."

Share your interesting summer snapshots with us! They could be from anywhere across India or the world, but they have to be original.

Simply e-mail your photographs to travelpicsga@rediffmail.com (subject line: 'Unusual summer pics') -- we'll publish the most interesting ones on rediff.com and in India Abroad. And make sure to include a little-write up of where you clicked the snap.

Remember, the theme is summer, so your photograph has to gel with the season. Hurry and send in your entry today!

Disclaimer: The photographs featured in this series are, to the best of our knowledge, original entries submitted by readers. Rediff.com does not assume any responsibility for their originality.

I need a drink!

Last updated on: April 7, 2011 08:42 IST
I need a drink!

Next we have this one from Pramod Kumar, taken at City Park in Greater Noida. "Water is a rare commodity these days and this crow came to this shut-off fountain for some precious drops," he says.

Summer sunrise

Last updated on: April 7, 2011 08:42 IST
Summer sunrise

Vijay Paramanik of Varanasi sent in this one, saying, "This photograph was captured at Assi Ghat of Banares (Varanasi), India. It's a hot summer here, but the ghats are still cool and shiny in the morning."

Aerial view

Last updated on: April 7, 2011 08:42 IST
Aerial view

"This pic was taken from taken from the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the tallest tower in the world," says Nithin Gangadharan. "It shows Sheikh Zayed Road from the Burj Khalifa observatory."

Sunbath

Last updated on: April 7, 2011 08:42 IST
Sunbath

And finally, we have this pretty image from Pankaj Goel, who says, "I have taken this pic on our lawn when it ws bright with sunshine. The butterfly was spreading its wings and basking in the sun."