Archive for November 2025
India Day Ten: A Visit To An Ancient Step Well And Temple On A Long Drive To Agra And A Wonderful Evening At Diwali Celebration.
I was up early again at the beautiful Tigress resort near Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan in Northwestern, India. Our tour group was driving to Agra, home of the famous Taj Mahal. It was Kali Chaudas, the second day of the five day Diwali holiday. The third day was Diwali the main day of the…
Read MoreBack At The Much Missed Susquehanna Wetlands For A Pleasant November Hike
I drove to the Susquehanna wetlands in Luzerne County early last Saturday morning. It was over a month since I last visited my favorite hiking trails. I had spent 18 of those 30 days visiting the wonderful country of India. It was a great trip but it was good to be back home. Located about…
Read MoreIndia Day Eleven: Agra- A Morning Walk, And My First Breathtaking View Of The Taj Mahal.
I finally had some free time when I awoke Monday morning in Agra on my recent trip to India. I was traveling with Royal Q Travels, and our guide, Aparna and owner , let the group sleep in a bit after the wonderful, but late, Diwali celebration we had the night before. I was excited…
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