Devotion
March 17, 2013
It is impossible to travel more than 100 feet without encountering some sort of temple. This one was right off one of the main thoroughfares in the Pink City.
Tag: India
Travels through Gujarat and Rajasthan. A transformative, magical journey.
Spicey Start
March 17, 2013
Before 11 AM on any morning in Jaipur the only thing you will find open is the spice market and a smattering of stores that cater specifically to tourists. As we walked through the spice market we were greeted with the most enticing aromas of food being prepared, hot peppers in the open air and … More Spicey Start
Pink City
March 16, 2013
Most of our arrivals in India we at night after a significant day of travel. Jaipur was no different. In that way. In every other way it was like going to a completely new country. Our first morning was to be a ride into the Pink City to check out the spice market and other … More Pink City
Laundry Day
March 16, 2013
We had one in-country flight; from Mumbai to Jaipur. On our way to the Mumbai airport traffic became more and more congested as the city began to crop up around us. It is my understanding we never really made it near the city center, although it felt very much like we were in the thick … More Laundry Day
Down by the Sea
March 15, 2013
Our next town was Daman; a resort town on the Arabian Sea. This part of the trip felt more surreal than any other to me. We were somewhat isolated and nothing had really been planned for us to do. We could rest, walk on the beach or stay in our rooms during the 2 days we … More Down by the Sea
A Day at the Office
March 15, 2013
In Kayavorohan things are still done somewhat primitively. In fact, even in the cities ancient and modern seem to mix effortlessly. In particular animals seem to be either completely untethered or working. Oxen, camels, horses and even elephants are often seen transporting people or goods.
Ray of Sunshine
March 11, 2013
There is an overall dustiness in many of the towns in India. Quite a few roads remain unpaved and certain times of the year the climate is very dry. This seemed to be especially true in Halol, a bustling city of sorts. But the dry earth and dusty trees provide the perfect backdrop for the … More Ray of Sunshine
Goods Carriers
March 11, 2013
All over India there are brightly colored and decorated trucks called Goods Carriers. And all over India there are women with various provisions balanced atop their heads. It’s amazing, really, if you look at the picture, there is no other way these women could have carried this amount of straw without some sort of cart. … More Goods Carriers
Tetanus
March 5, 2013
One of the recommended inoculations for travel to India is tetanus. Seeing the children in Pratapura running along rusted roof tops to fly their kites and play IN THEIR BARE FEET brought the possible necessity of this shot to the fore. I know this picture will evoke cringing among many a parent, but I’m pretty sure it … More Tetanus
Simple Life
March 5, 2013
In India they are not doers yet they get things done. They don’t press, stress or freak out. As highly spiritual as they are, their feet are still firmly planted. This welcoming little space is in the village of Pratapura.
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