From the Rear Window: Roadside shops in Central Sri Lanka
DrFumblefinger shares some photos he took from his rear window perch while driving through Sri Lanka's central mountainous reigon.
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Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka (Where Gumbo was #328)
Gumbo was visiting the ancient city of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka. The city dates to the 11th century and contains some beautifully preserved ruins and art.
A Visit to a Boy's Home in Delhi
DrFumblefinger and his tour group visit a shelter for boys in Delhi. Designed to help street kids have a safe home and rebuild their lives, we were impressed with what we saw.
March 26, 2019: St. Clair's Tea Center, Sri Lanka
DrFumblefinger visits the St. Clair tea center in the central Highlands of Sri Lanka.
Humayun's Tomb, Delhi (Where Gumbo was #315)
Gumbo was visiting the tomb of Emperor Humayun in Delhi. Said to be a fusion of Indian and Persian architectural styles, it was the first garden-tomb to be built in the country.
Feeling On Top of the World
Bob Cranwell shares yet another delightful travel tale well worth reading, if only for its final punchline!
March 12, 2019: The Horses of Jumeirah's al Qasr, Dubai
DrFumblefinger tries to visit the upscale al Qasr hotel in Dubai, but is escorted off the property. He did snap the photo of these interesting Arab Horse statues.
February 24, 2019: Laos - H’mong New Year
Gilles encounters an interesting New Year's tradition in the Phonsavanh region of Laos.
February 11, 2019: Souk Madinat Jumeirah
DrFumblefinger visits the Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a modern shopping mall designed to resemble a traditional Arab market.
February 1, 2019: A Yogurt Shop in Jaipur
DrFumblefinger enjoys a cool refreshing cup of lassi in this popular local establishment.
January 19, 2019: A Jain Parade, Delhi
Unexpectedly, a parade of individuals of the Jain faith passed DrFumblefinger while he was walking the streets of Old Delhi.
Rawla Jojawar, India
DrFumblefinger visits Rawla Jojawar, a Heritage Hotel which was once a fort. It is a lovely property with great amenities.
Chandni Chowk Market, Delhi
DrFumblefinger visits the Chandni Chowk Market in Delhi. One of the oldest and busiest markets in India, almost anything you might want is for sale here.
December 25, 2018: St Francis Xavier's Church, Nuwara Eliya
DrFumblefinger visits this pretty church situated high in the Hill Country of Sri Lanka.
December 23, 2018: Chengdu - Giant Pandas Breeding Research Base
Everyone loves pandas! Great Escapades shares a visit to the Giant Pandas Breeding Research Base in Chengdu, China.