03 July 2008

Sky Watch Friday - Gate of Paradise Pass

There is no shortage of beautiful vistas in Lesotho. This is the Gate of Paradise Pass looking towards the Thaba Putsuo Mountains on the way to Malealea. The drive to the pass is not that special, but when you get to there the the view is simply breath-taking. ...................


What we found was that 2001 metres above sea level gets pretty cold in winter.
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31 comments:

  1. Anonymous3 July 2008 at 20:46

    It is well known that we Portuguese once sailed the seven seas searching for new lands, wealth and adventures.
    We were brave in those days and gave the world new worlds!

    Luckily I don’t have to sail the big oceans on a small ship to sea the wonders of our world …
    No Sir, I just need to check with Mr. Tom, the finest host there is, for a trip around the world with SKY WATCH TOURS and with a click here, a click there I am quickly in the USA, England, Brazil, Italy, China, Australia, Finland … well, everywhere.

    And on each stop I come to see a little marvel of our world under a great sky!
    Hope you can come and see my piece of the sky at lenses & visions

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  2. SandyCarlson3 July 2008 at 21:07

    Those hills seem as soft as clouds! This is super.

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  3. Anonymous3 July 2008 at 21:07

    Paradise Pass looks like a lonesome spot on earth. Wow. I think this is going to be the best Sky Watch Friday yet. The things I have seen are very encouraging and the photography is spot on.

    I really admire your photography skills and your critical eye for composition, lighting and texture.

    Abraham Lincoln
    —Brookville Daily Photo

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  4. This Is My Blog - fishing guy3 July 2008 at 21:08

    Max: That is one outstanding view.

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  5. Unknown3 July 2008 at 21:14

    A breathtaking landscape! and nice sky!
    My Sky Watch Friday posts

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  6. Tom3 July 2008 at 21:18

    Stunning choice Max... thanks for your comment... I would be lost without the landrover.. I might be getting a Long Wheel Base one soon... I'd spend the odd night out on the hills and moors then.. :O)

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  7. bobbie3 July 2008 at 21:23

    this is pretty darned impressive!

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  8. Anne3 July 2008 at 21:32

    Great landscape :-) but I can see that you need som of my rain !!

    Sending it to you, just when it comes here again.

    Nice weekend wish to you from Norway.

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  9. Carletta3 July 2008 at 21:55

    Gate of Paradise - looking beyond it sure seems so!
    Beautiful!

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  10. Petunia3 July 2008 at 22:37

    Very beautiful shot of a marvelous landscape:)

    Petunia's SWF

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  11. Merisi3 July 2008 at 22:38

    Beautiful view of a seemingly barren landscape!

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  12. AnneKa4 July 2008 at 00:10

    Great sky watch and a beautiful view. Have a nice weekend!!!!!!!!

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  13. Michele4 July 2008 at 00:42

    Yikes... I'm almost getting vertigo from that photo... very impressive!
    Mountain Retreat Photos

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  14. Anonymous4 July 2008 at 01:28

    Stunning shot!!

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  15. Anonymous4 July 2008 at 01:28

    Simply beautiful.

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  16. EG CameraGirl4 July 2008 at 02:55

    I'll say it's breathtaking! What a wonderful spot to look out over the world.

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  17. Anonymous4 July 2008 at 03:21

    Stunning.

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  18. sonia a. mascaro4 July 2008 at 04:48

    Wonderful view, Max! Just stunning photo!

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  19. Lilli & Nevada4 July 2008 at 05:18

    What a great view and yes i suppose that it would be cold in the winter

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  20. Raven4 July 2008 at 05:31

    Beautiful blue sky. Not sure it looks like Paradise to me especially if it's cold in winter and hot in summer... Seriously, it must be exquisite to see...

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  21. Pat - Arkansas4 July 2008 at 05:57

    What an absolutely beautiful and awe-inspiring place. Lovely photo!

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  22. Pearl Maple4 July 2008 at 06:49

    Magestic addition to Sky Watch Friday, thanks for sharing your impressive view of the world.

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  23. Anonymous4 July 2008 at 08:47

    Very great location! I love the sight!!!

    My SWF Photo is posted HERE.

    Hope you could drop by as well. Happy weekends!

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  24. Unknown4 July 2008 at 09:37

    Wow, what an incredible view!

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  25. Andrea4 July 2008 at 14:09

    Wow, that first photo is outstanding. Love it.

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  26. Daryl4 July 2008 at 16:29

    As always .. beautifully executed .. fascinating subject .. your 'skies' always are so well done!

    :-Daryl

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  27. Katney4 July 2008 at 16:54

    I love the view from the top of the world!

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  28. Jane Hards Photography4 July 2008 at 17:24

    That is an mazing view. It is so vast
    and gives me a real snese of freedom and calm viewing it. A fabulous image, and just for skywatch.

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  29. Bob Johnson5 July 2008 at 04:56

    Hey, Hey, Hey, it's warmer here then there for a change,lol, just an awesome image.

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  30. Kerri Farley5 July 2008 at 19:40

    Fabulous view! Wow!

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  31. Maria10 July 2008 at 23:33

    Oh my god, it's too beautiful...

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