During one of my fall breaks in India, I visited Munnar and Cochin with two of my teaching colleagues. We stayed at a lovely homestay, the Royal Mist. After experiencing the hustle and bustle of Bangalore, Mumbai, and New Delhi, I was delighted to breathe in the … [Read more...]
Parks in India
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...]
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