Magnificent India: Through the Lens of the International Space Station

Terry Virts, a NASA astronaut who is currently commanding the ongoing Expedition 43, recently posted a series of majestic photographs and videos of India. These pictures straight from the International Space Station manage to capture India, in all her glory.

At first, he plays peek-a-boo with the different cities of India and gifts us with glimpses which are amazingly breathtaking.

http://vine.co/v/eZFJOWPxJ6I

Moonlit clouds over southeast #India coastline, with Chennai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. pic.twitter.com/z9wSvs7YXg
— Terry W. Virts (@AstroTerry) May 7, 2015

He also captures the difference of the day and the night time whilst flying across India.

http://vine.co/v/em7ZeDp3MJg

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However, it is his video of India hit by a storm which poses as the ultimate jaw-dropping experience.

Massive lightning storm over #India. A majestic performance that inspires awe and respect. #SpaceVine https://t.co/yrMpOV2J1D
— Terry Virts (@AstroTerry) May 9, 2015

Through his pictures and videos, Terry Virts has established a separate and stunning image of India in our minds.