Which country are you coming from?

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I have heard people’s disdain and others enthusiasm and of course Geoff’s numerous tales of India and now I’m here to see for myself.

Delhi was a full on emersion for 4 days Lots of new sights and smells everywhere (mostly curry, although I was to find out this is a word that’s not used in India).

You certainly wouldn’t see camels walking down a London street or an elephant eating the trees, not to mention the crazy traffic that I saw. I think Geoff saved me from a couple of near death experiences when trying to cross roads. The only way I can describe the traffic to you is ……fluid. I feel that I should say more, like it moves in the same direction at least…….. but it doesn’t, or maybe that everyone appears in control………. who knows maybe they are or maybe they aren't, but whatever - for all the horns there is no road rage and no angry words.

To sum up Delhi it was hectic and smoggy, with so much to take in the brain boggled at the end of each day. Oh and I can certainly recommend coming to Delhi to get cheap glasses, and I know my sister will be shocked but they are even genuine Tommy Hilffinger.

From the pictures you will also see we also took in some sights - temples and the railway museum (once an engineer always an engineer....)

I can see why some people are enthusiastic and others dismiss this country as dirty and poor. Of the small part I've seen I can’t wait to see some more.

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Photos

Jama Masijd 1
India's biggest mosque

Minaret at the Jama Masijd
You can't just look at it you have to walk up too.

Before I realised how many steps there were to the top

Recovery drink after the walk back down
Geoff's loving the rules at the Jama Masijd, the bare foot hippy.

The view speaks for itself
It was worth every step.

Chandni Chowk bazaar's simple electrics ......
Why have one electric wire when you can have thousands?

Fluid traffic
View from our tuk tuk

Comments

[Dad and Mum Wokersien]

Culture Shock
Definately a culture shock experience. Can hear the car horns from here just looking at the pictures. Organised chaos - and we call them for advice?

[Auntie Ruth]

Hi Lexa and Geoff
Lovely photos, glad you are having such interesting visits. Are you in the mountains now. Love and happy travelling

[Tim]

photos
Great photos - I think 'fat bloke coming through' was the crowning glory.... ;)