Jaipur
Chloe Writes: Compared to Delhi, Jaipur is a much calmer and relaxed city. Like Delhi and I guess most of India, a stroll along the back streets feels like stepping back in time and much of the tools we’ve seen in the museums here are without a doubt still used today as both tools and skills are handed down the generations.
Our guest house was lovely and I will remember it for drinking sweet tea on the veranda. Yesterday, our Rickshaw driver, Lucky, took us to the monkey temple to watch the sunset. After spending 10 rps or about 15p for a bag of nuts we started to make our way up to the temple. After feeding about 3 monkeys, there was a bit of a commotion and one monkey ended up with the rest of the bag.
Some of the places we visited included the Amber fort where the views of the mountains were spectacular, we also had lunch in a lovely rooftop restaurant tucked away in a little stairwell leading from the bazaar and we have found out that some of the cheapest food is definitely the tastiest.
Pete writes: Delhi is definitely a distant memory, and we have only been here for 3 days! The room is so chilled, tucked away from the hustle, bustle and horns of the main streets. (Karni Niswas is the name in case anyone ever makes it here).
Last night we ventured to Choki Dhani, a mock Rajasthan village from the past. We ate a traditional meal that was served in bowls made of tobacco leafs, with our lassi served in clay cups. It was really interesting to see how they used to live.
Next stop Pushkar……
Page Gallery
The Amber Fort
The largest silver object made by manually shaping coins without melting them down
Cheeky (but most likely full) Monkeys
Elephant procession
A Cow amongst the Pigeons
Water Temple
Sorry couldn’t resist this one!
Tags: India
September 8th, 2007 at 2:44 am
Hi both
Enjoying the updates & photos.
PJ are you trying to outdo dad with the beard?
Mum & Dad x
September 8th, 2007 at 4:20 pm
Did you get a chance to see the Water Temple at night? Have a photo of it somewhere…
The photo of the monkeys is superb, I love the sacred cow!
Looking at you guys over there is very nostalgic for me. Have a Gulab Jamun for us :o)
By the way, still getting that big space in the middle of the write-up. Perhaps because I’m using Firefox? Anyway, I’ll get over it.
When are you in Thailand for the big day again?
September 8th, 2007 at 4:29 pm
The same place?
http://static.flickr.com/37/80203723_2817443aa9.jpg
September 9th, 2007 at 2:23 am
The sinister pigeon army have that cow well and truly surrounded!
Looks amazing guys, especialy that shop that sells lightening - Half a pound of lightening, 6 kilos of hail and a bucket of weather please my good man.
I have made contact with Shanti lodge for accommodation on the 23rd/24th and we need to call 3/4 days before we arrive to confirm our booking.
See you soon!
September 9th, 2007 at 5:54 am
Hello Mum,
I am on a 5 day beard cycle..
trying to muster the courage to see one of the barbers for a close shave!!!
Pj x
September 9th, 2007 at 5:58 am
Hi Rupert,
WOW the water temple at night looks amazing, we didn’t know aabut it and unfortunatly we have left jaipur and are now chillin’ in Pushkar.
The date of the wedding is 24th Jan, are you thinking of coming?
Speak soon x
September 9th, 2007 at 6:01 am
Hi Jim,
Good job about the accomodation, And no reminders…
Are you ok to ring them?
Hope life is good with you.
x
September 9th, 2007 at 8:05 am
Hello Pete and Chloe,
So, you’ve finally made it! After all your preperation and listening to many many stories you’re there to live the dream yourselves. And what wonderful pictures you’ve been taking. I remember the Water Palace, our photo was by nightfall.
Keep the updates coming, we like to read all about your travels whilst wishing we were out there running around the world too!
Stay safe and really enjoyed your send off BBQ!
Speak soon x Laura x
September 11th, 2007 at 3:52 am
Hi Laura,
We loved the stories, they inspired us and am sure we will also have lots to tell ourselves. The picture of the water palace by night Rupert showed us was beautiful, it’s a shame we missed the opportunity.
It was lovely to see you at the BBQ :o)
Lots of Love x