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12th December 2009

Dad
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Stunning
Stunning photos son, I hope you feel better and I am sure that even though you felt a bit off, you thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
From Blog: Sanctuary at Annapurna, part 2
10th December 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Would that be the game where you 'accidentally' skipped a phase because it didn't suit the cards in your hand??
From Blog: Sanctuary at Annapurna, part 1
9th December 2009

Kirsten Gray
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Phase 10
Ah, the memories Jon! Great to read from an office in NZ.....I'm pretty sure you missed the part when I won phase 10?
From Blog: Sanctuary at Annapurna, part 1
4th December 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Thanks Dad - crap advice as usual!
From Blog: God, life and cow shit
3rd December 2009

Dad
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nasties
You seem to have developed a fascination for effluent, don't you think it is about time you widenend your outlook? Keep your eyes on the road you may end up with thicker soles! I won't mention the obvious about a pat on the back. Dad xxx
From Blog: God, life and cow shit
3rd December 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Thanks Nathan - I'm an amateur too... just keep practising!
From Blog: God, life and cow shit
3rd December 2009

Nathan Mitchell
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Love the pictures
I am an amateur photographer from NZ. I was recently in Varanasi and took some Photos on my first SLR. I was pretty happy with them cosidering I hadnt even used an SLR before I got to India. However after reading your blog and checking out your photos I have an extra encouragement to improve my skills, also upgrading my camera! Thanks, Nathan
From Blog: God, life and cow shit
2nd December 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Hey, thanks Ed! I enjoy taking them so I'm glad you enjoy looking at them!
From Blog: God, life and cow shit
2nd December 2009

Ed Hall
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Great photos
Just wanted to congratulate you on some truly great photos - you have a real talent.
From Blog: God, life and cow shit
1st December 2009

Mum & Dad
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Taj Mahal
We agree with your description of the Taj Mahal particularly the diamond and turd bit.
From Blog: Tajmania
27th November 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

I know, cool wasn't it? I loved the way the cows just wandered across, as if they were out on a daily shopping trip... so India!
From Blog: Kayaks and kharma on the Ganga
26th November 2009

lurpak34
barnaby davies

If I ever make it to Rishikesh, which is not inconceivable, I'll travel by kayak! Thanks! Nicely written..
From Blog: Kayaks and kharma on the Ganga
25th November 2009

msscre
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n ma opinion, u shd ve seen laxman jhula at sunrise or may b b4 i..it feels ly d most serene place in d whole world..
From Blog: Kayaks and kharma on the Ganga
24th November 2009

AnnaAdventuring
Anna Louise

Ah I remember that 'pedestrian' bridge in Rishikesh! Motorbikes, bicycles, carts, cows, goats... oh and the people too!
From Blog: Kayaks and kharma on the Ganga
14th November 2009

Alan Smith
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Good Time
Jono It was good to see you and spend two weeks with you. Mum and I had a good trip home especially on the Shimla to Kalka train where we were in conversation with three young ( 6-10) Indian girls. It was hard to say goodbye again for a longer period this time but we know you are looking forward to the next part of your journey. We are both of the opinion that we will not be visiting India again! Keep safe. Love Mum and Dad xxx
From Blog: To the hills!
11th November 2009

Mert
Meryl Dunton-Rose

Proof!
We are travelling in India in December, January and this is one of the places I wanted to see. Now I am sure I want to! Am enjoying reading your writing too.
From Blog: India, but with a hint of Portugal
8th November 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

Thanks, glad you like them... India is such an evocative place!
From Blog: Tanks and camels
6th November 2009

scottandanny
Scott Tyrrell

Pictures
Gorgeous pictures, very evocative. Made me smile, made me remember, made me jealous and proud. One day. One day very soon
From Blog: Tanks and camels
4th November 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

tiger
Hey Caz, good to hear from you! How are things? We were pretty lucky seeing one, although on our second drive we tracked a mother and 2 cubs for ages, but the safari was cut short because of a local pilgrimage - boo!! I'm going to try to see more at Royal Chitwan in Nepal!
From Blog: Tiger tracks and monkey tails
2nd November 2009

Caz Mcintyre
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You are so lucky seeing a tiger on your first drive! it took us 6 and we ended up missing most of Jaipur!
From Blog: Tiger tracks and monkey tails
1st November 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

camera
Hi Margaret, I'm using a Nikon D70... it's a few years old but serves me well! I've got Nikkor 18-70 and 70-300mm lenses.
From Blog: Tiger tracks and monkey tails
1st November 2009

margaret
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which type of carema are you using?
may i know which brand and model of camear are you using to take the shoot? its very clear!!
From Blog: Tiger tracks and monkey tails
31st October 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

cows
Thanks Anna... not quite the Asiatic lion I was hoping for, but fun nonetheless!
From Blog: In the land of the Nawab
31st October 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

thanks
Thanks Muniraj, I'm glad you're enjoying reading my blog! Jon
From Blog: Tiger tracks and monkey tails
31st October 2009

SmithyWorldWide
Jonathan Smith

signage
Hi Raman, I've generally found travel around Indian cities fairly easy, but I think the main difficulties I've faced have been at railway stations. It would be extremely helpful if there could be a sign in english (and other foreign languages) telling tourists where to go for assistance. As most stations don't have a board listing the train number and platform in anything other than Hindi, it can sometimes be difficult to find out basic information to catch a train. As for cities generally, the complete lack of road signs makes things difficult! In England, every single road has its name on a board... without this, and particularly in old towns where roads are narrow and confusing, navigating can be difficult. But chaos is what people come to India for, so maybe it wouldn't be a good idea to make it too easy!!
From Blog: Cave worship

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I work as a town planner in London, and have always enjoyed travelling. I also love photography, and in June 2009 I decided to take a year off work to travel the globe. This blog recounts that trip. I left London on the 14th June 2009. My trip divided roughly into four legs. The first is in Africa, from Kenya to South Africa, starting in June and finishing at the end of September. I then flew to Mumbai, for a three month trip through Central Asia taking in India, Nepal and Tibet. Next up was Southeast Asia, where I travelled through Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia, arriving in Sin... full info
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