Greetings from Rajasthan!
Took early train from Agra on Wednesday. Everyone was sleeping peacefully until we boarded the train................
We were rather noisy and giggly and told them it was time to get up cos we wanted our seats.
They are so tolerant and no-one told us to shutup.
Mind you, they didn't budge either!
So we just sat on them.
Well you can't go to India and not see Taj Mahal and you can't go to India and not get Delhi Belly.
Started to get stomach cramps half hour before arriving at Jaipur and the bad stuff kicked in just after getting to new accom.
But I couldn't have timed it better.
Our hosts in Jaipur are the best anyone could wish for.
They see to our every need and we are being thoroughly spoilt.
Jackie is thinking of cancelling her world trip and just staying here for a year!
They were so concerned about my sickness they warned their doctor friend to expect a call in middle of the night!
But they dosed me up with fresh water/lemon/salt/sugar drink which worked wonders.
Managed fine all day today walking around the city.
Tomorrow we have hired a car and driver to have full day visiting Amer Fort, Nahargarh Fort and few other places outside the city.
We have been invited by our hosts to join their friends at a Hindu temple for a celebration on saturday night. We feel honoured.
Went to look for a sari or Punjabi suit today in bazars but its too much hassle. Shveta our host has offered to take me tomorrow to find one.
Its only an excuse for her to buy another 10 outfits for herself I reckon.
So, all is well here.
We are certainly getting a taste of great Indian hospitality.
But also seeing the other side of things like beggars in the street of which there are many.
Not pleasant and its gets on your wick after a while but has to be experienced.
Its what we've come for after all.To get a feel for Indian life.
And its makes me realise I'm not so poor after all.
Well at least I wouldn't feel poor if I moved to India.
But that is not likely!
I really dont think I should be drinking this beer. Not so soon after the squitters.
If I get the runs I shall blame Kul. He encouraged me.
Ok enough waffle.
Took early train from Agra on Wednesday. Everyone was sleeping peacefully until we boarded the train................
We were rather noisy and giggly and told them it was time to get up cos we wanted our seats.
They are so tolerant and no-one told us to shutup.
Mind you, they didn't budge either!
So we just sat on them.
Well you can't go to India and not see Taj Mahal and you can't go to India and not get Delhi Belly.
Started to get stomach cramps half hour before arriving at Jaipur and the bad stuff kicked in just after getting to new accom.
But I couldn't have timed it better.
Our hosts in Jaipur are the best anyone could wish for.
They see to our every need and we are being thoroughly spoilt.
Jackie is thinking of cancelling her world trip and just staying here for a year!
They were so concerned about my sickness they warned their doctor friend to expect a call in middle of the night!
But they dosed me up with fresh water/lemon/salt/sugar drink which worked wonders.
Managed fine all day today walking around the city.
Tomorrow we have hired a car and driver to have full day visiting Amer Fort, Nahargarh Fort and few other places outside the city.
We have been invited by our hosts to join their friends at a Hindu temple for a celebration on saturday night. We feel honoured.
Went to look for a sari or Punjabi suit today in bazars but its too much hassle. Shveta our host has offered to take me tomorrow to find one.
Its only an excuse for her to buy another 10 outfits for herself I reckon.
So, all is well here.
We are certainly getting a taste of great Indian hospitality.
But also seeing the other side of things like beggars in the street of which there are many.
Not pleasant and its gets on your wick after a while but has to be experienced.
Its what we've come for after all.To get a feel for Indian life.
And its makes me realise I'm not so poor after all.
Well at least I wouldn't feel poor if I moved to India.
But that is not likely!
I really dont think I should be drinking this beer. Not so soon after the squitters.
If I get the runs I shall blame Kul. He encouraged me.
Ok enough waffle.
Hey, check out this dude at Agra station......
Lazy cow..................
1 comment:
What Ho Mighty Traveller!!! Greetings from dark and damp Wiltshire. Glad to hear that you're enjoying the experience and that Delhi Bellly wasn't as life-threatening as it could have been!
Been drumming for belly dancers yesterday which was fab, and doing more tonight - all together now: -
Doum Tak - Doum-Doum TAK!!
I shall expect a full slide-show when you get home.
Stay safe,
Trevor xxxxxx
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