Tag Archives: India

On November 5, 2013, India became a member of an elite group of countries US, Russia, China, and Japan sending rockets to  Mars to explore the many  question of  the “Red Planet.”The Indian ship, Mangalyaan which means “Mars Craft” in … Continue reading →

Posted on November 6, 2013 by annetbell | 7 Comments

Diwali- Festival of Lights

Posted on November 4, 2013 by annetbell

This is a short video showing the people, colors and joyful celebration of Diwali!

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Dhanteras

Posted on October 31, 2013 by annetbell

November 1 will be the celebration of Dhanteras which is the Hindu Celebration of Wealth. The goddess Laxmi ,whom we met at the medieval gates of Ahmedabah, is  honored with sweets. It is a traditional day of well-being for  businesses … Continue reading →

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The Simple Life. . . . .

Posted on October 27, 2013 by annetbell

This Is Incredible India!   How does he survive without a cell phone?   Namaste. . .  . . .

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Sweeping, Sweeping Everywhere ( from February 9,2013)

Posted on October 24, 2013 by annetbell

In almost six weeks, we  have seen no trash trucks, no recycling bins to be emptied, but endless sweeping , everywhere.  The trash  must go somewhere and that is into piles along the sides of the road. In the mornings, … Continue reading →

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Happy Karwa Chauth

Posted on October 22, 2013 by annetbell

October 22nd, is celebrated  in Gujarat and  by  Hindi women in the north of India and Pakistan .  Married women are fast and pray all day for the safety, good health, and longevity of life of their husbands. These beautiful … Continue reading →

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Back and Forth

Posted on October 18, 2013 by annetbell

Many houses in the United States with large enough porches have swings as a part of the seating arrangement. We had a late Victorian shingle style house  with a wrap around front porch. Just at the entrance was a redwood … Continue reading →

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Palitana, Gujarat, India from 2/13/13

Posted on October 16, 2013 by annetbell

Our trip began at five in the morning for a one-way five hour tour coach ride. Travelling in the country is slow going as many of the roads are only two lanes. It was quite nerve wracking as I had … Continue reading →

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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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