We are finally seeing why everyone falls in love with India.
After leaving Jaipur, we went to Bundi. Bundi is a small down dominated by a massive sandstone and marble fort. I’ll post a few good pictures from there. It’s nice, because this city is significantly smaller than the others we’ve been to. The people are nicer, and less concerned about us. They don’t want anything from us, and actually seem extremely helpful. You just have to get out of the big cities…
We stayed in this great (and cheap!) hotel that was a converted haveli. All white marble and wrought iron, with a decent cafe and nice employees.
But best of all: THEY PROVIDE SHAMPOO! I didn’t bring shampoo, so this is a big deal. After not having shampoo for a month, it really changes things. I can run my fingers through my hair!!!! I was starting to think that I would have to shave my head upon arrival at home.
After Bundi, we traveled for 13 hours by rickshaw, bus, and train to Mt Abu. Which is basically paradise. This small mountain town is centered around a man-made lake, and then surrounded by tropical forests. The trees are green and heavy with broad shady canopies, and volcanic rock juts up among the green all over the place.
Yesterday, we took a taxi to Delwara Temple, which is one of the most important temples in the Jain religion. And for good reason. Every surface of the temple is intricately carved with images and scenes from scriptures. The massive columns and domes are all single pieces of white marble, and must weigh many tons. It is amazing to think that they are over 1000 years old. Pictures were not allowed, but could be purchased, so we bought some. I encourage everyone to look this place up, at least on google images, to see what I mean.
We agree that Mt Abu reminds us of Boulder Creek. Cottages and small individual homes nestled in the woods in a foggy/rainy climate. Makes us miss home.
Current Music: Damu the Fudgemunk – Colorful Storms
Current Fantasy: Corned Beef Sandwich and Matzo Ball Soup
Pictures!
Bundi and Mt Abu
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