When I was an expat, I visited the parks in India. The Lodi Gardens in New Delhi covers approximately 90 acres. In addition to the usual gardens and ponds, there are historical structures in the park- a couple of 15th-16th century tombs and a wall from a fort. This adds an … [Read more...]
Kabini- An Outdoor Education Adventure With My 5th Grade Class
How many American elementary school teachers can say they went to an Indian jungle with their students? I’m probably among a select few.While teaching 5th graders at a Bangalore international school, I accompanied my students to the Kabini River Lodge for a three … [Read more...]
Fit for a Queen- the Raj Palace in Jaipur
A basic tour of India should include the Golden Triangle- Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. A few days before Josh's New Delhi wedding, my family and a few of our American guests traveled to Agra and Jaipur. Rachael, Josh's soon to be wife, stayed behind in order to prepare for … [Read more...]
Traveling outside Pune- Consider Sinhagad
On the way to Sinhagad or Lion Fort, we passed the Khadakwasla Dam, a major water source for Pune. Along the shoreline, women washed their laundry and cows shared the roadway with the cars, trucks and motorcycles. (see photo gallery) We drove on a narrow … [Read more...]
A Must See Near Bangalore, India- Belur and Halebeedu
If you are in Bangalore, consider taking an excursion to the 12th century sites of Belur and Halebeedu (Halebid) located in the Hassan district in the southern state of Karnataka. The two sites are usually mentioned as one entity even though 16 km separate them. Keep in mind that … [Read more...]
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