The most fascinating aspect of the markets in Jaipur is the rich colors that are on display, from the dresses to trinkets to the jewellery. I have clicked many pictures and I am wondering if I should post them one by one or do a photo feature on the colors that are on display at…
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It Seems Like a Story from Another Era
So much happened since I did this hot air balloon safari over Jaipur. My father’s illness was so sudden and such a bolt from the blue. But with each passing day he is getting better and stronger. I had managed to complete the Sky Waltz Balloon Safari story before he fell ill. So the hot…
After We Landed- Seems Like the Entire Village
After Landing at the Kanota Village near Jaipur This is the scene after we landed at the Kanota village near Jaipur. I was asking the pilot, Thomas Dittler how many rides he has taken in and around Jaipur in India? He said around 20 and almost every time the reception is the same. He said…
Skywatch Friday- Colors against the Blue Blue Sky
I recently managed to do a hot air balloon ride in Jaipur courtesy the Sky Waltz. This is the scene after we landed at village Kanota near Jaipur. It felt as if almost the entire village gathered to watch the balloon. The main story would be up soon. But I will give you a few glimpses of the…
Which Touristy City Do You Like?
Jaipur as seen from Amber Fort My choice of a touristy city that I like is Jaipur.* I usually avoid the big tourist attractions as they have so many hassles involved with them. Or at least I just visit them once. But I still like being in Jaipur. I last visited Jaipur in 2008. And…
The World’s largest Cannon on the Wheels- Jaivana Cannon?
Jaivana- The Worlds Largest Cannon on the Wheels? Jaipur, Rajasthan When I visited Jaipur last year, I remember reading about the Jaivana cannon. It is also thought to be one of the largest one on the wheels in the world. I tried searching for it today and could not find an authentic source that says…
Attractions at Bundi- Chitrashala
The Information Board at Chatrashala, Bundi, Rajasthan The board outside the Chitrashala tells us that the place was also know as Ummed Mahal. The time span of these paintings is 1773 to 1821 under the patronage of Ummed Singh and Bisen Singh. It is located in the same complex as the main palace. A Lady…
Lazy Sunday Photo- Pictures from Two Monuments
Royal Armouries Leeds, UK Peacock Green Colors at the City Palace Jaipur
Bits and Pieces
Block Printing Pieces at Jaipur Sprained ankle Classes to take A change in schedule for next week Plans for a movie tomorrow Still no TT, tried walking for a small stretch and realized that no TT actually! NO TRAVEL in FEB, it looks like! So lots of cribbing.
Taking a Tumble!
Restoration at the City Palace, Jaipur I have to admit the title of my post and the picture above are partially misleading. The painter on the platform did not take a tumble. It is me who took a tumble today. And got it in my left ankle. A minor sprain but probably enough to make…