Trip to India

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December 17th 2008

Published: December 17th 2008

Welcome to a little presentation of some of the pictures taken during our India trip. The photography was a collective project, and you can see shots taken by me, Hallie, Steve, and Shelly with both digital and 35mm cameras. ... Read Full Entry

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Detailed carvings

On the side of one of the buildings in the Muslim-era Qutb Minar complex in Delhi.

Qutb Minar

The minaret that Qutb Minar is named for, constructed in the early years of Muslim dominance in Delhi.

Max at Qutb Minar

This section of the complex was once a mosque. Note the varied construction of the columns, built with pieces from plundered Hindu temples.

Hallie at Qutb Minar

A striking pose.

Humayun's Tomb

The tomb of a Mughal emperor in Delhi.

Humayun's Tomb

Steps lead up to the mausoleum itself.

Humayun's tomb

The tombs of the Mughal emperors are full of niches and intricately carved screens. I think this shot captures the sense of mystery you get exploring these monuments.

Humayun's Tomb

Here you can see the tomb itself, though actually in accordance with Muslim tradition this tomb is a replica, and the real one is underneath it.

Sufi shrine

The area around the shrine to the Sufi saint Nizamuddin is one of the oldest Muslim enclaves in Delhi. Life seems to go on here as it must have done a hundred years ago.

Rickshaw ride

View from inside of a motor rickshaw careening through the old quarter of Agra. Can you spot Hallie in the side-view mirror?

Random monument

I think I remember seeing this one, but I can't quite place it.

Hallie with Taj Mahal

An obvious shot, but I couldn't resist.

Max and Steve with Taj Mahal

No doubt discussing the fine points of Mughal architecture.

Taj Mahal details

The sheer scale of the Taj Mahal is stunning, but once you look closer you notice the attention to smaller details like the wonderful carvings in marble.

Sleepers at Taj Mahal

Even at the Taj Mahal, nothing gets in the way of nap time.

Nirmal and Gurvinder

It took some effort to get my uncle Nirmal to stay still for a picture, but we got him to sit with my mother for this one.

Max and Hallie at the Taj Mahal

It's a monument to love, so every couple needs this iconic picture.

The "Baby Taj"

After the Taj Mahal, we set off to see other sights in Agra, including this tomb that predated the larger monument nicknamed the "Baby Taj" for its obvious resemblance.

"Baby Taj" details

Though smaller than the Taj Mahal, this tomb is packed with wonderful detail work.

View from Agra Fort

The fort at Agra is famous for being the prison of Emperor Shah Jahan, who had the Taj Mahal built as his wife's tomb. Look into the mists to the left and you can make out the Taj Mahal.

Hallie at Agra Fort

Looking contemplative in one of the palaces.

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