After Holi we were back to our common crisis of what to do next. After much procrastination over a large chocolate brownie and ice cream, we opted for slow travel towards Kolkata, via Lucknow and Varanasi. Read on for some transport mishaps, my experience of the 3 cities, and some overall thoughts on 2 months in India.
India
Holi: A Rollercoaster Experience of the Hindu Festival of Colour
One of our biggest reasons for travelling to India this year was the opportunity to experience Holi, the colour festival. This was something that had been on the bucket list for years, so when the dates lined up with our travel plans we were both very excited. Holi is...
6 weeks in Rajasthan
We took this iconic route at about a third of the speed of normal tourists, to compensate for the hustle and bustle and intensity and chaos that is travel in India. And it was one of the best trips I’ve ever taken. Here’s how it went!
The Fascinating Blend of Old and New New Delhi
New Delhi is often the gateway to India with many visitors beginning their travels here. This is a place that has a wonderful blend of nearly everything that the country has to offer. Sikh, Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Jewish, and Buddhist temples are scattered across...
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