Category Archives: Architecture

Home Sweet Home. . . . . .

Posted on March 27, 2015 by annetbell

TRAVEL from New York Times A Town on New York’s Hudson River Reinvents Itself MARCH 26, 2015 Photo Troy’s downtown is rich with Victorian architecture. CreditTony Cenicola/The New York Times By C. J. HUGHES Curled along the Hudson River 150 miles … Continue reading →

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Security in India. . . . . The Taj Mahal

Posted on March 15, 2015 by annetbell

One of the most beautiful buildings in the world, the Taj Mahal,  in its gleaming white marble and semiprecious Indian stones bathed in the “sky blue pink” of the dawn.  Even more beautiful  is  the story of the love of … Continue reading →

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A Twist on the Taj Mahal Story

Posted on March 14, 2015 by annetbell

The rose color that permeates the white marble at sunrise. . . INDIA 25 June 2014 Last updated at 20:43 Taj Mahal: Was India’s ‘monument to love’ built out of guilt? By Geeta PandeyBBC News, Delhi Often described as one … Continue reading →

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Travelling in India

Posted on March 9, 2015 by annetbell

The Amber Fort Jaipur, Rajasthan, India The King’s gate at the Amber Fort, Jaipur. Amber Fort is one of the  most popular tourist sites because of its  proximity of Agra, and the Taj Mahal . It is an amazing site … Continue reading →

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Design Studio . . . . Home Away From Home

Posted on February 24, 2015 by annetbell

  People have asked what I do each day while we are in Amdavad.  Here is the Design Studio and this is it!  I sit and read or blog at one of the empty tables.  The students and David  in … Continue reading →

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Sarkhez Roza

Posted on February 20, 2015 by annetbell

  Amdavad has long been an  economic and cultural center and is known for her hospitality and the spirit of enterprise of her people.   Another important  aspect of Amdavad is the architecture of glory and worship  with Gandhi Ashram, … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Most Beautiful Cities in the World 2014

Posted on February 20, 2015 by annetbell

These are  beautiful images for your eyes today.  Now,  I want to plan trips to Australia and Brazil ! This is the Incredible World Where  We Live! What do you think of the list?   Anyone have additions or  corrections? … Continue reading →

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Fort at Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India. . . . . and Connections. . . .

Posted on February 18, 2015 by annetbell

  Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest fortifications in the world. It is listed as a World Heritage Sites  and is located in the heart of the ancient city of Jailsalmer. It was built  nearly a thousand years ago … Continue reading →

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The Best Fun. . . .

Posted on February 11, 2015 by annetbell

    This is what I  love when it happens as we are touring.  A crowd gathers around and someone thrusts a young child or baby into my arms.  The first time, I had no idea what to do but … Continue reading →

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Temple at Ranakpur

Posted on February 8, 2015 by annetbell

Ranakpur,a massive 15th century Jain Temple  complex,  is not high on a mountain top but nestled the valley of Aravalli Hills in Rasjasthan . Our bus trip, though, made us feel like pilgrims first climbing up the hills and then … Continue reading →

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