We’ve turned up on Diwali--off all days--so it’s very colourful and loud. plenty of lights everywhere, it’s like christmas and new years rolled into one.
Most of you will be familiar with Bonfire Night in Lewes and you know how loud that can be, well it’s much the same but it seems to never end. The two days we were in Varanasi, there was a banger or firework going off at any given time.
It’s a crazy place and very difficlut to describe, one of those that you have to see for yourself. It's very unique I would say.
The Ganges (Ganga locally) is the go to place for all, be it to bathe, brush your teeth, wash your clothes, wash your buffalo, wash your dead relatives (then burn them) or take a boat ride.
We took a rickshaw ride on our first day to see the temples and also saw to see how silk sarees/scarfs are made--they did try to make us buy something but we held firm.
Two days was enough for us we must admit, it’s an experience we’ll never forget, especially seeing the dead bodies on funeral pyres and also walking through the tight alleys trying to find a place to eat to dodging the endless cow crap that fills the streets and along the Ghats (steps leading to the river) on the riverside.
Don’t let this put you off however, the atmosphere is friendly and a boat trip at night and at dawn offers different sensations. You can also buy home made candles from the kids and float them on the Ganges for good luck for you and your family.
Most of you will be familiar with Bonfire Night in Lewes and you know how loud that can be, well it’s much the same but it seems to never end. The two days we were in Varanasi, there was a banger or firework going off at any given time.
It’s a crazy place and very difficlut to describe, one of those that you have to see for yourself. It's very unique I would say.
The Ganges (Ganga locally) is the go to place for all, be it to bathe, brush your teeth, wash your clothes, wash your buffalo, wash your dead relatives (then burn them) or take a boat ride.
We took a rickshaw ride on our first day to see the temples and also saw to see how silk sarees/scarfs are made--they did try to make us buy something but we held firm.
Two days was enough for us we must admit, it’s an experience we’ll never forget, especially seeing the dead bodies on funeral pyres and also walking through the tight alleys trying to find a place to eat to dodging the endless cow crap that fills the streets and along the Ghats (steps leading to the river) on the riverside.
Don’t let this put you off however, the atmosphere is friendly and a boat trip at night and at dawn offers different sensations. You can also buy home made candles from the kids and float them on the Ganges for good luck for you and your family.
What can I say !!
ReplyDeleteWell Jel !
Xxxxxx love you both xxxxxx
Hiya the pics continue to be stunning but can i ask? Is Rapha turning into Brian Blessed with that beard!!!? Enquiring minds must know. Big hugs xxxx
ReplyDeleteHey Zee, well funnily enough Steve Harrison calls me Brian Blessed when i've grown a beard in the past, must be something in it.. xx
DeleteWow! Looks amazing :) We were in Varanasi a few years ago and it left a lasting impression... a very special place and very "real" in every sense of the word. Hope the rest of your travels prove to be as interesting (if a little more peaceful!). Big lurve D&S xxx
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