We had a wonderful and very full 2 weeks with our lovely daughter and son-in-law which ended with some fun train travel and tourist stuff, and then some not-so-fun intestinal issues (all 4 of us!) I won't give details on anything except fun stuff. Our impressions of this city run the full range of fascinating, friendly people to crazy traffic and overpowering noise. We walked with S & J as they visited friends and neighbors on a special holy day. We participated in their group meetings, were invited into the homes of their co-workers, and experienced what it means to "shop" in their city. There are lots of tiny little shops everywhere, so you don't have to go too far to get what you need, but there is no phone book or yellow pages, so your feet must do the walking to find what you need. Most little shops carry only a few items, so you must go to many places to complete your shopping. J is asking for a special friend who will enjoy exploring the city with her.
Here you have the full view of the Taj Mahal, one of the best known monuments to love the world knows. It is truly a beautiful sight. The symmetry is amazing, down to the smallest details
This closer view lets you glimpse a little of the detail that went into the const
ruction. It was built of white marble and inlaid with jewels and precious stones.
Due to the aforementioned intestinal issues, no one was very photogenic during our "tourist" phase, so I won't be able to post people pics here!
ruction. It was built of white marble and inlaid with jewels and precious stones.
4 comments:
Wow. The Taj Mahal is incredible. I always thought that getting to see it would be the pinnacle of "getting to see the world." Very cool.
Hope everyone is feeling better. The Taj Mahal doesn't even look real. Something out of a fairy story.
Love you guys! Sis
Very Cool!!! Are you guys bringing back a little friend with you (tape worms)? :) Sorry you get sicky all over the Taj.
Update? Pictures? Miss you two!
Love, Sis
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