India

When I first thought of going to India, I didn’t know what to expect. As I researched India, I learned how challenging the country could be for a foreigner. There is a lot to look out for. However the excitement of where I would go, and what I would see in India soon overcame my worries and I researched, scheduled, and am going to both the top sites in India and the most remote amazing locations in India

The Waterfalls, Sacred Forest and Cave Trail – From Shillong to Cherrapunji India

Little did I know that the drive from Shillong to Cherrapunji would be so filled with such interesting and unique experiences that each one of them would be etched into my memory without a single location being forgettable. After my lightning round of 2 days in Aurangabad visiting both ancient locations of Ellora Caves and …

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Ellora Caves – An Architectural & Artistic Treasure of India

Ellora Caves are one of the most impressive examples of rock-cut architecture in the world. Located in Maharashtra, India, Ellora Caves consist of 34 caves that were excavated out of the Charanandri hills between the 6th and 10th centuries CE. The Ellora Caves are well known for their stunning and unique architectural and artistic beauty …

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Exploring Old Delhi – Delhi India

Monkeys scurry overhead, the smells of food being prepared, and the crowds fill the thin streets which are peppered overhead with exposed wires.  These are the qualities of the Old Delhi neighborhood. Old Delhi – The Scene In addition to the exposed wires and monkeys overhead, the neighborhood is characterized by colorful stores, doors, and …

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Planning Cherrapunji and Aurangabad

I had been considering 3 places to explore that are well off the beaten track, namely the Thar Desert, Cherrapunji, and Aurangabad. After much deliberation, I decided on going to Cherrapunji and Aurangabad. All three of these options offered me what my heart truly desires. Going deep into the country to experience something that nobody …

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