We are now traveling to Jaipur. But a couple of stops first.
The majority of the population still live in villages and they are considered the soul of this great country. Quite different from the hustle, noise and smells of the urban streets. These villages are small, quiet and clean. Women are preparing for Diwali, the yearly celebration, by replacing their dirt floors and repainting their houses. Women are very busy, not sure where the men are.
The village store. About 6 feet square.
A typical house. You can move your bed inside our out depending on the weather and temperature. A pot of water on the left, a sack of recyclables hanging in the middle.
Getting your dirt floor refinished for Diwali.
Repainting and decorating for Diwali.
Everyone is now used to seeing the swastika all over. The Nazis stole the symbol from the Hindus. They have been using it for a thousand years.
Next stop is the Castle Kanota, for high tea; the location for the movie “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel”. Built in 1872 by Thakur Zorowar Singh, a key member of Jaipur’s government as his home and statement of authority and wealth for the surrounding villagers. His ancestors still own the property; it is a hotel, but, alas, not the The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Those that served us high tea were in the movie, we promised to re-watch it.
We think these are recognizable from the movie. We do need to re-watch it now.
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