IndiaNCTCentral DelhiKhānpur Rāya28°39’0” N 77°9’42” E
November 30, 2023 in India ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
We've arrived into Delhi chaos. Seven of us travelling from NZ. A characterful & lovely group. New flash airport since Pete & I were here 33 years ago. We were met by Narinder and garlands ofRead more
IndiaNCTCentral DelhiWest Patelnagar28°39’1” N 77°9’42” E
IndiaNCTCentral DelhiSouth Patelnagar28°38’51” N 77°9’59” E December 2, 2023 in India ⋅ 🌙 18 °C
Today started with a trip on the metro to the older part of the city. It was fun to wander the streets just taking it all in. I had the most delicious chai masala (with heaps of ginger & cardamon) andRead more
IndiaNCTCentral DelhiSouth Patelnagar28°38’51” N 77°9’58” E
December 3, 2023 in India ⋅ 🌙 12 °C
This morning we leave Delhi on our bus with the wonderful sign "vehicle of foreign national duty". Last night we stayed at the Exotica Grand Hotel. As you can imagine there was quite a lot of hilarityRead more
IndiaUttar PradeshAgra27°10’57” N 78°1’32” E
December 3, 2023 in India ⋅ 🌧 19 °C
Today has been all about the Taj Mahal. We dressed for the occassion and it didn't disappoint. One of the most beautiful buildings I've ever seen. Just as good 30 years after my first visit. DinnerRead more
IndiaRajasthanJaipur26°55’40” N 75°47’10” E December 4, 2023 in India ⋅ 🌙 15 °C
An early start for a visit to the stunning red fort in Agra. Construction began in 1565! After a dangerous detour to a local carpet shop we headed to the countryside. It's the first time we've seenRead more
IndiaRajasthanJaipur26°55’39” N 75°47’10” E
December 5, 2023 in India ⋅ 🌙 16 °C
Spent the morning at the Amber Fort which was financed by Maharaja Man Singh's war booty. Travelled in by old indian jeeps. It's a popular spot for indian wedding videos - which involve a lot ofRead more
IndiaRajasthanBūndi25°26’9” N 75°38’48” E
December 6, 2023 in India
Loved our stay in Jaipur. Here is our hotel (the white building) which is a little different to the places we stayed 30 years ago! The old part of the city was painted pink to welcome a visitingRead more
IndiaRajasthanBūndi25°26’9” N 75°38’48” E IndiaRajasthanUdaipurSisārmaKotra Nadi24°34’31” N 73°41’8” E
December 8, 2023 in India ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
We had a really special dinner for Zahra's birthday in Bundi in a step well that was also a shrine. It was decorated with candles and rose petals. Before leaving the next morning we explored GarhRead more
Traveler Yay. Let the vicarious Indian adventure begin.
Traveler Oh exciting!! Have a fabulous time
Traveler The mini bus looks a bit flash, sure you're in Delhi?