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Real Name: Stevie
Lives In: Toronto, CA
Member Since: Mar 15, 2003
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The Love Affair Continues!

by Canadienne - last update: Feb 24, 2004

Morning Rituals, Varanasi


Three years ago, the spell was cast (see my travelogue for an overview of that trip). From my first (rather tentative) steps into India, I was mesmerized by this country of endless richness and contrasts.

Since that fateful trip, I've travelled to other locales (Portugal, France, Russia) and also felt passionately about those places. . .but the call to return to India has always been there. . .growing ever more persuasive.

It was a delightful turn of events to find that three of my best girlfriends would be able to join me for parts of my six-week journey. To be able to share something I love with the people I love. . .it was icing on the cake! My album of my "Team India" can be found here.
Contemplation, Jodhpur
Jaclyn and I spent two weeks traveling in Rajasthan, Punjab and Uttaranchal, before she had to return home to work. I then spent a week on my own in Kolkata and Delhi. Finally, Jessica & Lara joined me for a cross-country adventure that took us into Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.

As you might expect, the sights were amazing ~ luxurious palaces, impenetrable forts, exquisite temples, and ever-varied landscapes.

But memories of sights are not all we bring back ~ we bring back memories of the wonderful people we met. And I think it's memories of these people (and others of course!) that will best stand the test of time. . .
A Final Thought



I snapped two photos of signs that caught my attention along the way. One appears to the side here and the other I'll repeat below, for my closing words:


"The world, and everything in it, is as beautiful as you perceive it to be."

> Add to your Custom Travel Guide [What's This?]

Pros:"This country is magical, mystical. . ."
Cons:". . .and sometimes maddening as well. :-)"
In A Nutshell:"India means a new way of seeing, thinking and feeling"
Canadienne's India Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 42 - Photos: 42
 
RestaurantsHotels & Accommodations
 
Nightlife
Tips: 3 - Photos: 3
Off The Beaten Path
Tips: 22 - Photos: 22
 
Tourist Traps
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Warnings Or Dangers
Tips: 10 - Photos: 9
 
Transportation
Tips: 6 - Photos: 6
Local Customs
Tips: 16 - Photos: 16
 
Packing ListsShopping
Tips: 5 - Photos: 5
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips
Tips: 8 - Photos: 8

Canadienne's India Travelogues
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
~ New Friendships ~2004 8
~ (More) Favourite Photographs~2004 8
~ Team India on the Road ~2004 8
~ VT Meets in India ~2004 3
~ The Beginning of a Love Affair with India ~2001 8

Comments for Canadienne about India
musicollector Sun Jun 29, 2008 23:31 UTC
 The stares are not intended to be anything more than that. When one stands out in a crowd, people stare surreptitiously in North America. Not so in India or other countries. They simply don't bother to mask their curiosity. It's never meant to be rude.
Mr.Sparkle Sat Apr 26, 2008 11:55 UTC
 Great page. I am planning to visit india with my gf this year. what is the weather like in Dec/Jan?
jokonda Sat Nov 3, 2007 08:38 UTC
 God bless your words...India teaches to be opened and takes in what ever will come...at the end, everything is experience!
ian-uk Mon Oct 22, 2007 13:26 UTC
 Hi Stevie, saw you were featured member so followed the link, great pages on India, brings back many memories, take care Ian
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