Srinagar, June 17: Traversing through thousands of miles, aspiring photographers from different countries have found profound beauty in the snow-capped mountains, gushing streams and mesmerizing landscapes of the Valley.
 A group of nine students pursuing advanced course in photography from the University of Nations in United States of America showcased their collection of pictures at Café Coffee Day at Durganag in the City.
 Layne Greene a staffer of the University of Nations said the group had arrived in Kashmir last week as part of its academic course. She said the group had traveled to different countries, including Egypt, Africa, Greece, and Germany.
 “But we found the Valley particularly Srinagar city beautiful,” Greene who is on her maiden visit to the Valley told Greater Kashmir while pointing towards a series of photographs of the summer capital including of a girl rowing a shikara in Dal lake.
 Greenie said the group’s objective was to capture the life of people of different countries with the message of Common humanity.
 “We want to show that people irrespective of living in different countries and cultural set-ups, have common needs and desires. We were invited by some people of Srinagar to have lunch and tea with them. People here are so warm and affectionate.” she said. “Our objective has been translated into reality,” she added.
 Greene said after end of world tour, the photography including of Kashmir will be exhibited in the US.
 A student, Naomi Hausman, said she was amazed to see the “sparkling” Dal lake dotted with houseboats.
 “It is great experience to be in Kashmir. Everything here is photogenic,” Hausman said. 
 A large number of people gathered at the Café Coffee Day to see the rich collection of photographs. “It is good to see that the students of various countries are taking interest in showcasing the life and beauty of Kashmir. It will surely attract the tourists to visit the Valley,” Shabir Ahmad, a local said.

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