THE BLUE CITY

THE BLUE CITY

INDIA #6 Wednesday 19th October 2016 Jodhpur, Rajasthan Onto my second opulent Rajasthani city, Jodhpur is also known as the ‘blue city’. Unlike Jaipur which wasn’t really that pink, Jodhpur old city is actually blue! The blue signifies the house of a Brahmin (the highest Hindu caste), however most houses have got in on the act. Arriving at my traditional haveli...

THE PINK CITY

THE PINK CITY

INDIA #5 Sunday 16th October 2016 Jaipur, Rajasthan Welcome to Rajasthan, the flamboyant state of culture and history. Feeling very much immersed into my quest for culture, arriving in Jaipur made me excited for the adventures that lay ahead. Jaipur is a city of colour and chaos. Bazaar after bazaar lead you through the old ‘pink city’ into the new...

CHAI! CHAI! MASALA CHAI!

CHAI! CHAI! MASALA CHAI!

INDIA #4 Thursday 13th October 2016 Riding the Railways of India According to Lonely Planet, the experience of travelling on India’s extensive rail network is an experience you cannot miss. Although I was slightly apprehensive about being alone it was something I was definitely looking forward to. Due to my last minute plans, with the help of my wonderful...