First steps in India!

Well I have arrived in India for a two week tour of Rajasthan (the land of the kings), it will be an amazing experience! First impressions are the juxtaposition between the brand new metro system, andOkumaya devam et
Jama Masjid

First stop on my first day in New Delhi is Jama Masjid, a Muslim mosque and the largest mosque in the whole of India. The area outside of the mosque is called Chandni Chowk, and as you can see fromOkumaya devam et
Red Fort

Next stop is the Red Fort of New Delhi, this imposing building was built in 17th century and covers an area of over 2.5KM. The grounds were absolutely stunning, mixed inside is a large number ofOkumaya devam et
President's House

Top of the Rajpath is the President’s house, built by the British to show their colonial power, this cluster of government buildings is home to India’s Parliament, presidents house and foreignOkumaya devam et
India Gate

Final stop of the day before heading back to the hotel is the India Gate. The gate is a war memorial unveiled in 1933, it stands as a memorial for the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their livesOkumaya devam et
Walking tour of Old Delhi

First stop of the tour was a rickshaw ride through old Delhi before carrying on on foot we weaved our way through the narrow and busy streets of old Delhi!
Sikh Temple

Sikh Temple on old Delhi. We were shown around the multiple buildings of the temple and then we were able to help in the kitchens of the GIANT canteen. Everyday they serve 50,000 people, they rely onOkumaya devam et
Tuk Tuk ride to Connaught Place

This afternoon we are doing a walking tour of old Delhi including the most important thing... food! But to get over to the old side of Delhi we took a Tuk Tuk ride through the streets, it is such aOkumaya devam et
Ghandi's Memorial

First stop on our tour is the final home of Ghandi, needing little background he was assassinated shortly after India gained their indepe from the United Kingdom. It was at his home when Ghandi leftOkumaya devam et
Ugrasen ki Baoli

Next stop on the tour of Ugrasen Ki Baoli, or in English it is called a step well. Created in order to store water, these are very, very deep, which acted as means to keep water safe during the heatOkumaya devam et
Food Tour!

Well I don’t think I need to say very much other than FOOD!
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Delhi --> Agra

Next stop on the trip is Delhi —🚞—> Agra, taking a 2 hour express train we should arrive in Agra around 10:30.
Agra Fort

Taj Mahal

Madhogarh

Madhogarh Village

After exploring our palace for the night we were taken for a walk around the village below, it was a wonderful way to see a different side of India, one which is a world away from the cities!
Morning in Madhogarh

Amber Fort- Jaipur

This imposing fort really was something that could have inspired the likes of Game of Thrones, the castle is full of symbols from the royal family, with beautiful rock painting and stunningOkumaya devam et
Jaipur!!

We’ve made it to the next major city Jaipur! We had a short walk around the central pink city and then went for lunch at a lovely roof top hotel! I tried the paneer curry, it was great, andOkumaya devam et
Jaipur night tour!

Jaipur night time tuk tuk tour!
Morning Lasi!

Morning cup of Lasi just outside the pink city- this is a sweet yoghurt like drink, they mostly have it at breakfast though during the summer it is had frequently to help cool down!
Walking around Jaipur

Isarlat Swargasuli Tower

Amazing view from the top, really get a feel for the size of the city and the beautiful buildings.
Palace of the Winds!

Lunch with a View!
