We travelled from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur, a hectic market city. We checked into 'heritage' hotel - our room looked like a decorated cowshed but it was a place to rest our heads. Know as the blue city due to the buildings being painted blue to keep the bugs away. We visited a fort on the hill but this time with audio guides rather than a person. We looked like real tourists!! On the way back we visited a temple which is considered to look like the Taj. It was peaceful but no way near. That afternoon we walked around the market and were offered everything!
We're now in Udiapur, a beautiful city by the lakes. Yesterday we travelled up to the Monsoon Palace that had great views of the city. Last night we had a fantastic meal on the lakeside looking at the city palace and the lake palace. We were even treated to some fireworks. Today we visited the City Palace, again another spectacular building. We're now walking the streets on our own - yippee no guide!
Tomorrow we depart for Pushkar our last stop before returning to the madness of Delhi. We have arranged to leave Delhi earlier than planned so will be arriving for Bangkok on 22nd September.
Lots of love to all.
Mark and Rach xxx
They love their forts over in India don't they!! Going to Thailand earlier ohhh!! Are you planning to have a week in Thailand before you go to Cambodia? If so you could do 5 days on one of the islands (The TAT office in Bangkok are really helpful)Anyway, sounds like your sucking up all the culture! enjoy Pushkar, and you never know you might love Delhi when you go back!
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Hi guys from sunny California...it's Hot!! Hope you are ok....sounds like you are having a fab time...not sure about the desert and bugs though!
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Love & big hugs
Sal, Col and Ellen xxx
What a beautiful photograph! You may need an extension when you get back to display them. Good plans for next week. Hope you like Delhi a bit more on 2nd viewing! Lots of love xxx mum and dad xxx
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