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Today is my 7th day in India, the day before I fly to Indonesia to continue on to my trip to the far east. In a short time I've seen the many important places in the northern part of India in a "nut shell." There are still many to explore and to learn about the history and culture of this incredible country. I am grateful that I made this trip. Since high school, when started to learning Asian History (one of my favorite subjects), it is the Taj Mahal (aside from China's Great Wall which I've been in Dec. 2009) that I have dreamt to see in real life because of it's being one the Wonders of the World. Wow! Many dreams really come true!!!
India is "incredible!" It's population - 1.22 billion (2nd to China - 1.33 billion) makes this country incredible. (World's population is about to reach 7 billion in this current time). There is people everywhere. Streets are always busy specially at day time (of course). There are multiple passengers in small public or private vehicles. Passengers are hanging and sitting on the roof of public transport to get to their destinations. There are foods all over in small "tiendas." Gems are bountiful from the surrounding "rocky" mountains in Jaipur. Carpet-making and natural cloth paintings from plants with skillful workers provide most of the economy aside from tourism and seasonal crops. Selling small things to make two ends meet. The little children begging which breaks my heart to see (How I wish my students back in the states see how younger Indian children make "self economy" and not wasting and throwing foods in the cafeteria.) Many people in the suburbs living on the streets in a makeshift tents with a kinda "nomadic" life because they follow the jobs where they are available. (How I wish people with all things they need and are not complacent with what they have should see this situation.) Young people wipe car windows when stopped for alms. Babies curdled by their parents are riding on a motorcycle . Cows do not go to butchery and they are all around. (Eighty percent of Indians are Hindus and they regards to many animals including cows as holy). Goats hanging on motorcycle for final days en route to slaughter house. People speaks different languages and dialects (Hindi, Punjabi, English, French, etc.). Indian cuisine is exquisite and "healthy." Vegetarianism is widespread. (What will Chinese say about this?) Friendly smiles and welcoming gestures are innate to them. (Saying "Namaste" or "Namaskar" with a two palms together close to chest). Preservation of culture is very evident in India (with women and men wearing their cultural clothes) unlike many countries with high "colonial mentally" wherein their original cultural practices and native tongue seem to come to oblivion.
India you are "incredible!" The "Golden Triangle" showed me the most frequented important cities in the northern part of India - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. These cities are separated by many kilometers (at least 100 kilometers) with an average driving time of 4 to 6 hours in between. Not to forget the traffic in the cities. Momunents dating back in time during the 11th century (e.g. Qutub Minar) are well preserved and show historical imprints which make the history to come alive right in front of my eyes. Unbelievable! Most of the monuments are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage. Paid workers from different countries (Persia, Turkey, France, Italy, etc.) were hired by emperors to build as compared to slavery and forced labor like the Great Pyramid of Egypt. Some to the monuments and important landmarks I've been in this trip to India were: Qutub Minar, Humayun's Mausoleum (Mughal architecture), India Gate, Mahatma Gandhi's Memorial, Jama Mastid, of course the world famous Taj Mahal (Love Poem In Marble), President's Residence, Parliament House, Secretariat Building, Old Delhi, New Delhi, Chandi Chok (once an imperial avenue now the busiest commercial area of New Delhi), Lotus Temple, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri in Agra, Rajasthani Fort Palace in jaipur, "Pink City" of Jaipur, Amber Fort, Maharaja's City Palace, Jantar Mantar (largest stone and marble crafted astronomical observatory in the world), Hawa Mahal (The Palace of the Winds) plus the unparalleled cultural showcases en route to the three major cities in the states of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
India...you are Incredible! Great India!
Taj Mahal in Agra, India 6.12.12
Today is my 7th day in India, the day before I fly to Indonesia to continue on to my trip to the far east. In a short time I've seen the many important places in the northern part of India in a "nut shell." There are still many to explore and to learn about the history and culture of this incredible country. I am grateful that I made this trip. Since high school, when started to learning Asian History (one of my favorite subjects), it is the Taj Mahal (aside from China's Great Wall which I've been in Dec. 2009) that I have dreamt to see in real life because of it's being one the Wonders of the World. Wow! Many dreams really come true!!!
India is "incredible!" It's population - 1.22 billion (2nd to China - 1.33 billion) makes this country incredible. (World's population is about to reach 7 billion in this current time). There is people everywhere. Streets are always busy specially at day time (of course). There are multiple passengers in small public or private vehicles. Passengers are hanging and sitting on the roof of public transport to get to their destinations. There are foods all over in small "tiendas." Gems are bountiful from the surrounding "rocky" mountains in Jaipur. Carpet-making and natural cloth paintings from plants with skillful workers provide most of the economy aside from tourism and seasonal crops. Selling small things to make two ends meet. The little children begging which breaks my heart to see (How I wish my students back in the states see how younger Indian children make "self economy" and not wasting and throwing foods in the cafeteria.) Many people in the suburbs living on the streets in a makeshift tents with a kinda "nomadic" life because they follow the jobs where they are available. (How I wish people with all things they need and are not complacent with what they have should see this situation.) Young people wipe car windows when stopped for alms. Babies curdled by their parents are riding on a motorcycle . Cows do not go to butchery and they are all around. (Eighty percent of Indians are Hindus and they regards to many animals including cows as holy). Goats hanging on motorcycle for final days en route to slaughter house. People speaks different languages and dialects (Hindi, Punjabi, English, French, etc.). Indian cuisine is exquisite and "healthy." Vegetarianism is widespread. (What will Chinese say about this?) Friendly smiles and welcoming gestures are innate to them. (Saying "Namaste" or "Namaskar" with a two palms together close to chest). Preservation of culture is very evident in India (with women and men wearing their cultural clothes) unlike many countries with high "colonial mentally" wherein their original cultural practices and native tongue seem to come to oblivion.
India you are "incredible!" The "Golden Triangle" showed me the most frequented important cities in the northern part of India - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. These cities are separated by many kilometers (at least 100 kilometers) with an average driving time of 4 to 6 hours in between. Not to forget the traffic in the cities. Momunents dating back in time during the 11th century (e.g. Qutub Minar) are well preserved and show historical imprints which make the history to come alive right in front of my eyes. Unbelievable! Most of the monuments are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage. Paid workers from different countries (Persia, Turkey, France, Italy, etc.) were hired by emperors to build as compared to slavery and forced labor like the Great Pyramid of Egypt. Some to the monuments and important landmarks I've been in this trip to India were: Qutub Minar, Humayun's Mausoleum (Mughal architecture), India Gate, Mahatma Gandhi's Memorial, Jama Mastid, of course the world famous Taj Mahal (Love Poem In Marble), President's Residence, Parliament House, Secretariat Building, Old Delhi, New Delhi, Chandi Chok (once an imperial avenue now the busiest commercial area of New Delhi), Lotus Temple, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri in Agra, Rajasthani Fort Palace in jaipur, "Pink City" of Jaipur, Amber Fort, Maharaja's City Palace, Jantar Mantar (largest stone and marble crafted astronomical observatory in the world), Hawa Mahal (The Palace of the Winds) plus the unparalleled cultural showcases en route to the three major cities in the states of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
India...you are Incredible! Great India!
Taj Mahal in Agra, India 6.12.12
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