Days 50 to 56 - to Calcutta!

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The rickshaw traveled around 1,600 km across three different Indian states to get to Calcutta (or Kolkota) on April 19. The traffic in Calcutta reminded us of why we were avoiding big cities, and was as bad as what we had experienced in Bangalore and Hyderabad.

After having driven through almost 3,000 km through tough roads, cities and terrain, our rickshaw was not in the state to continue for the final 3 days that would ensure we reached Bombay in time for our flight to Australia. While we regretted stopping a little short of our target, we were glad that we were able to participate and experience the mayhem of Indian roads including both surprising acts of kindess and support from strangers as well as the craziness of people behind the wheel. Also, thanks to support from friends and family, we were able to raise ~800 GBP in charity for the two organizations we are supporting.

Frank Water Projects - http://www.justgiving.com/ChrisandCheri-fwp

Asha for Education - http://www.justgiving.com/ChrisandCheri-afa

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Photos

As we drive...
Interesting building, and no this was not an aquarium...

As we drive...
Took some serious will power to not check into this hotel

As we drive...
A common sight - kids playing cricket in lawns or fields

As we drive...
The Calcutta cabs

As we drive...
We drove past Victoria Memorial in Calcutta...

Victoria Memorial
... and then had to stop and visit!

Victoria Memorial
Cheri with Queen Vic