Ustaad Muhammed Abdullah Tibetbaqal

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Legend of past, Sufiana music Maestro Late Ustaad Muhammed Abdullah Tibetbaqal (1914-1982). Wonder how he got his name ?
His ancestors used to do trade with old time Tibet and Ladakh, in Kashmiri they were known as "BOTAH WANI" and in persian Tibet baqal. meaning one who trades with Tibet/Ladakh.

Srinagar Street

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Srinagar Street

Kani Kadal

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Srinagar street scene.
Kani Kadal, the small round two storey building in middle, where famous general practitioner Dr Shambu nath alias Gasi used to practice.