February 22, 2004
the group
After spending 22 days together, I feel I should introduce you to the people I travelled with in India, it'd be rude not to :o)...Read this update
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February 21, 2004
Calcutta
After a month in India we were heading for the final stage... Calcutta was our final train together, and we were being seperated into different carriages for the journey....Read this update
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February 19, 2004
Varanasi
Delayed trains meant the first night in Varanasi was a short one. On a quick orientation tour of the city we bumped into a huge celebration and parade to celebrate Shiva's birthday. Unfortunatly I didn't bring my camera, so you'll...Read this update
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February 17, 2004
Agra
With only one full day in Agra, there was much to do....Read this update
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February 16, 2004
another day, another...
Palace. This one was a little bit different though......Read this update
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February 14, 2004
Jaipur
Catching yet another of these manic buses, we headed for the city of Jaipuir....Read this update
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February 13, 2004
climb every mountain
With a full day in Pushkar, I thought I'd spend a bit of time at the temples......Read this update
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February 12, 2004
Pushkar
Puskar is a holy city - this means no eggs, meat or alcohol - how will I manage?...Read this update
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February 11, 2004
a country retreat
Reaching the midway point of my time in India it was time to chill out for a bit of R&R...Read this update
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February 10, 2004
Alive and kicking
I woke up feeling fine - infact, I felt great! The rest of the group were heading out on a cycle ride out of town, but I didn't think I'd risk it, so stayed for a wander around Udaipur....Read this update
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February 09, 2004
and it burns, burns, burns...
After 2 days of stomach pains, the inevitable happened......Read this update
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February 08, 2004
The trip to Udaipur
Following a whirlwind couple of nights in Jodphur, the day long bus trip to Udaipur seemed like a good time to catch up on a bit of sleep......Read this update
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February 07, 2004
Jodphur
Getting up early in the morning, we all headed to the fort palace of Jodphur high above the city......Read this update
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February 06, 2004
Sunrise with chai
Waking at 7am to a hot cup of chai and a sunrise over the dunes in the dessert is just about the best thing I have done since arriving in India....Read this update
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February 05, 2004
The most chilled out camel in India
I had to check out of my room by 10am, as tonight was the camel safari into the dessert, so there was no time for a lie in.....Read this update
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February 04, 2004
The Dessert Festival
A busy day was ahead for me after waking up to a hot shower (my second in as many days, bliss!) for there was a whole day of shopping to do......Read this update
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February 03, 2004
Jaislamer
Problems with the trains arrival (3hours late into the station) meant that the train decided to go no further than Jodphur......Read this update
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February 02, 2004
old Delhi and another slow train
The itinerary for the day was to be up early (?) for a trip to Old Delhi and the afternoon trip on another slow train (overnight - 15hrs) to Jaislamer further east....Read this update
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February 01, 2004
New Delhi
After a great nights sleep I felt ready to face the city. I headed out of the hotel for a miny mooch around the local area, just to get my bearings....Read this update
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January 30, 2004
cow spotting
First thing on Friday morning I went out for a last wander around Mumbai, and saw my first cow! I had been thinking they were all hiding from me. By 6pm it was time to head to the station for...Read this update
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January 29, 2004
Ticket day
I've been here for only a few days, but the people have really made an impression on my with their friendliness and kindness. My train tickets arrived as promised this morning so tonight is my last night here in Mumbai....Read this update
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January 28, 2004
making plans
After yesterdays surprise of the trains being fully booked, I thought it wise to try and spend at least a part of today sorting out my future travel arrangements. This meant deciding where to go after India......Read this update
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January 27, 2004
Challenge extended!
After being determined to get a good night sleep, the fact that yesterday was India Day meant fireworks (that I couldn't see, boo!) well into the night. Followed shortly by dogs barking, and I swear I could hear goats at...Read this update
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