Monthly Archives: October 2013

Bengal or Indian Tigers

Posted on October 15, 2013 by annetbell

Bengal or Indian Tigers were added  to the list of endangered animals in 2010. Sadly, there have been five killings in India just this year. The unique skins ,which are like snowflakes in that no two are alike, bring a … Continue reading →

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The Chand Baori Vav. . . . .The Dark Knight Rises

Posted on October 14, 2013 by annetbell

Gujarat and Rajastan rulers invented clever methods for storing water in response to the semi-arid climate, seasonal changes, and cultural and religious practices in their states.  Vavs (step-wells) are subterranean structures that store drinking water, provide a resting space to … Continue reading →

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I Am a Part of the Word Press Family Award

Posted on October 12, 2013 by annetbell

This lovely LARGE man, Don Charisma,  has nominated me  for this award ,Word Press Family Award  quite a few weeks ago, and  now I  am ready and very thankful to accept it.  Don’s motto is that “Anything is possible with … Continue reading →

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Adalaj Ni Vav- Nominated As One of the Seven Wonders of India

Posted on October 12, 2013 by annetbell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqxFo73mB50&list=PLYlq9_KV5dunZv3NZrQFZEdEnmvoKD0BF&index=7 A lovely video of Adalaj Ni Vav, a little politics showing the roads of Gujurat, parrots flying around, Indians enjoying their treasures , and the elegant Adalaj Ni Vav.  I couldn’t find the Amatabh Bachchan Breathe a Bit of … Continue reading →

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How Was Adalaj Ni Vav Built, 500 Years Ago?

Posted on October 11, 2013 by annetbell

This is an example of an architect’s quick sketch of Adalaz Ni Vav and is an representative  example of work the students would do at each site we visited.  When they started many of them felt inadequate but their skills improved … Continue reading →

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Pray For Egypt Demonstrators Marking The Killing of Christians

Posted on October 10, 2013 by annetbell

Bless these brave Egyptians for standing up for the freedom of religion which for so many centuries has been the law of the land!

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The Vision of Queen Ruda

Posted on October 10, 2013 by annetbell

The star was always covered by an umbrella. He is quite well known and popular in the TV and Bollywood movies. Maybe someone can tell us his  name. I always love these “clash of culture” pictures. . . . . … Continue reading →

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Mother Nature in Full Force Tsunami Japan- Shocking New Video

Posted on October 9, 2013 by annetbell

Shocking new video of 2011 Tsunami in Japan recording the very moments the Tsunami entered the country.  Watch in full screen and listen to the poor souls sobbing as they film from the hill. You will hear their voices as … Continue reading →

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Navratri Garba

Posted on October 8, 2013 by annetbell

Indians love to dance!  I am sure you have seen those huge dance scenes in the middle of Bollywood films where the whole casts stops doing whatever they were doing to dance. It must be in their blood and the … Continue reading →

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Rock Stars !?!? Reblog from 02/2013

Posted on October 7, 2013 by annetbell

One of my blogger friends, suggested that once a week, I reblog some of my earlier posts about India. I think I will because I had few readers then and I believe some of you will enjoy reliving my journey … Continue reading →

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