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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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Happy Holi!

Posted on March 7, 2015 by annetbell

I just got some crazy pictures from yesterday !  Holi is the Spring Festival of Color.  People throw colors, colored water shot from water guns,or buckets of water.   We were with two parties , one a group from CEPT, … Continue reading →

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India’s Careful Plan for Growth from The New York Times

Posted on March 7, 2015 by annetbell

  India’s Careful Plan for Growth By THE EDITORIAL BOARDMARCH 6, 2015 Photo Nanendra Modi’s new budget includes an increase in spending on railways This story is included with an NYT Opinion subscription. Narendra Modi chose incremental pragmatism in proposing his … Continue reading →

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Scientific Proof Why Indian Food Is So Good

Posted on March 4, 2015 by annetbell

  The Washington Post   Wonkblog Scientists have figured out what makes Indian food so delicious Researchers have data crunched 2,500 recipes and found the secret to their success. By Roberto A. Ferdman March 3 at 8:15 AM Curries, rice, … 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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On the Road with Royd in Rajasthan

Posted on February 18, 2015 by annetbell

On our Rajasthan trip, Royd road shotgun in the bus so as to be able to take some of his amazing images. And he has been so gracious to give me his images of people and  some architecture, too. Yesterday … 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 Steep Winding Way Up Mt. Abu

Posted on February 5, 2015 by annetbell

  Check-out the difficult road up to Mt. Abu.  The kids in the back of the bus had to stop at a safe spot for some fresh air and knee stretching. No one was physically sick but pretty close and … Continue reading →

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The Jain Religion

Posted on February 4, 2015 by annetbell

These are Jain monks with their mouths covered because of their belief in total  non-violence towards all living things. The orthodox Jains cover their mouths so as not to inadvertently swallow a living organism. Some  have a sweeper who walks … Continue reading →

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Shimmering Sand. . . . . .

Posted on February 3, 2015 by annetbell

  Here are our camels and handlers resting as we dismounted and  waited for the sunset in the desert. Actually, I think that is Mr. Rocket, the camel that Jennifer and I rode.  He is the main man in the … Continue reading →

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