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Published: August 3rd 2014
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Day 15 - Move to Agra
We were up at 5.10 this morning, as we are catching the train to the Muslim city of Agra. Agra is best known as the site of India's most famous landmark, the Taj Mahal. Yayyy, I am really looking forward to this town, and to actually visit the Taj Mahal; it already feels surreal, and I'm not even there yet!
I woke up quote perky this morning, I think I cheered the rest of the group up with my singing, and bouncy attitude at 5.30! Lol
We set of in our tuk tuks for the final time in Jaipur. It's been another good town, with plenty to offer us tourists!
Ankur put a smile on everyone's face this morning when he informed us that we are going to Agra...on the fast train ..... With air con..... And the best news was saved until last.... With breakfast. Woop woop!
Breakfast was much better than anticipated! I had tea and biscuits followed by cheese omelette with a few bits of veg and two slices of bread. What more could a person ask for? I was totally happy with it. We arrived safely at our next hotel in
Agra. I am soooo excited to see the Taj Mahal! After settling in, we went next door to Costa Coffee. Tom, Judy, Kyla, Ankur and I chatted for 2 to three hours outside Costa. We jumped around so many topics of life! I love having those conversations, with so many diverse opinions, including .... Movies, love, marriage, culture, and... choosing a man for me.... Let's face it, I need all the help I can get.... Lol.
We went back to our rooms for a bit of a rest as we had a couple of hours to kill before meeting back as a group. Jude set the alarm to allow for a nap, but we just laid on our beds, relaxing and chatting about Jude's university work, and life in general! The outcome being, we realise that we are both blessed in our lives. I unpacked, and reorganised my backpack, then off to meet for the visit to the 'Baby Taj Mahal', followed by a walk round the back streets of 'The' Taj Majal. I know it was only a sneak preview, but it was still breath taking. I am even more excited for tomorrow! ..... And all of this in
the constant pouring rain ...... But it still did not down the experience!
When we returned to the hotel, Jude and I opted for a quiet meal on our own, so we separated from the group and went next door to Pizza Hut. Although we both enjoy the group, It's nice to have a bit of down time. We just regret that we didn't get to tell Kyla, Sorry Kyla!
Really enjoyed our evening meal tonight! The highlight came when all the serving lads started to do a dance sequence, in a line, when a particular song came on. Really novel!
We finished of by having a cappuccino at Costa coffee for our nightcap. I was really pleased that Kyla found us at that point. Another early night, another early morning!
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Angela
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Fabulous!
I continue to enjoy your travels with you. Great photos too. Have a great day tomorrow at the Taj Mahal!