First Snow in the Altai Mountains
The highlands of the Altai awaken to the first whispers of winter as a light snowfall gently settles on the vibrant yellow larches. Beneath a dramatic sky, the river winds through rocky beds, its flow unhurried, reflecting the quiet shift in seasons. This fleeting moment captures nature’s delicate balance—autumn’s fiery hues still clinging to the trees, while winter’s breath begins to settle. The air is crisp, the silence profound, and the landscape feels both ancient and alive. Photographer Galina Hvostenko captures this transient beauty, where time slows and the earth breathes in the cold clarity of the mountain air.
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10-18 March, professional voting of residents 35PHOTO
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