A palace, a hill temple and a couple of markets; and the photo opps award goes to the market. We actually hit two, one of Mysore's quaint old markets and its bustling Devaraja Market. They were filled with the usual Indian fair of vegetables, spices and flowers, but this one had something special, vendors who … Continue Reading ››

We came down from the cool hill station air of Kodai to tropical Kerala. First stop Fort Kochi (Cochin); the Portuguese, Dutch and British cultural melting pot, where there is a Christian church every few blocks - with a pile of parishioners shoes left outside, distinctly Indian style.  The historical trading town still has its … Continue Reading ››

Our first stop in India threw us right into the thick of their infamous polluted, congested cities. However, the Tamil people proved to be set on ensuring our stay is pleasant. In the thick of honking horns and swerving motorbikes, trucks and rickshaws, approached people would patiently greet us and offer their best advice, often … Continue Reading ››