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Kashmir Looked Nothing Like the Photos

Bandpur wasn't the postcard version of Kashmir I'd scrolled through for months. The mountains were there, yes. But so were the checkpoints every few kilometers. The locals who smiled politely but kept their distance. The way my excitement dimmed with each military convoy that passed. I came here chasing that perfect valley shot for Instagram. Instead, I found myself sitting by a half-frozen stream, phone in my pocket, finally understanding why some places resist being captured. The beauty was real. So was everything else I hadn't prepared for. Sometimes the most honest travel photos are the ones you never take. Kashmir taught me that some experiences are meant to stay with you, not your feed. #KashmirReality #TravelTruth #PostcardVsReality #Travel