I decided to take a small diversion off the Golden Triangle, via Ranthambhore National Park, in the hope of spotting a tiger. The journey there was a constant amusement to the group as we magically dodge buses heading straight for us, families on motorcycles, local folk wandering all over the road, camels pulling huge loads, and the many animals dawdling in front of us. There was a constant “Oh Jesus” … Continue reading
To avoid sitting in Delhi traffic for hours, it was an early start to Agra. It paid off and we had a fantastic journey, taking an excellent toll road and seeing no suicidal cows, until we hit the outskirts of Agra. However, our driver was very, very, very, very hard work. He’s a pretty solemn character and communication is almost virtually impossible. Luckily, he knew the way to Agra and once there, the hotel was … Continue reading
My parents arrive in India and the first part of our adventures is the Golden Triangle. The Golden Triangle takes in the wonders of Delhi, Agra and finally Jaipur. The first day of their trip and ah-oh, I awake in Delhi to have to dash to the bathroom. Not a pleasant start to the morning, head in a bucket, bum on the toilet, Delhi belly had struck. I don’t know how, since I had … Continue reading
I arrive in Delhi, but I decide to leave as soon as possible and head to Rishikesh, to have some calm before the storm. Luckily, due to jet lag, I manage a very early start. I rush to New Delhi train station to catch the 6.50am train, only to discover non-Indians need to pre-book and the office is not opened today. Grrrrrr!!! Great start!!!! I then discover there are no trains until tomorrow. Double grrrrrr!!!!! In a … Continue reading
This weekend I had lots and lots of fun celebrating Lord Ganesha’s birthday. I joined in the festivities at Sri Venkateswara Temple for the Hindu festival, Ganesh Chaturthi. The first pit stop was the temple canteen to stuff myself silly with yummy South Indian food. Masala dosa (mahoosive pancakes stuffed with spicy potatoes), idly (rice cakes with very tasty sauces), vada (deep-fried rice cakes; very naughty, but nice) and some scrumptious veggie … Continue reading
