This is a picture of a a market in a village. Most of the people who purchase their produce and other goods here do not have refrigeration. The produce is colorful against a dusty and gray background.
Working in the fields
Notice the Coca Cola truck parked next to a village home.
We rode elephants up a steep incline to see the fabulous Amber Fort. What a fun experience as we bounced along. At one point I thought it started to mist, then realized the spray was from the elephant's trunk.
Arches are a distinctive feature in India. We rode through this arched gateway of Surajpol which led into a grand square courtyard. Each elephant sported a unique painting.
The mahouts have dropped off their passengers in the courtyard. Elephants are limited to the number of runs they make in one day.
Gateway to the Jaleb Chowk (grand square courtyard)
Amber Fort dates back to the 12th century and served as the citadel of the Kachchwaha dynasty for almost 600 years.
Jai Singh I built this open pavilion with double rows of marble and red sandstone pillars with finely carved elephant brackets, named Diwan-i-Am.
Monkeys play on the ledge of the wall. The monkey is sacred in the Hindu religion, just like the cow.
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| Notice the vibrant colors that stand the test of time. |
Geometric designs add to the beauty and detail.
These workers are on a scaffold to make some repairs.
More geometry (symmetry and shapes) makes a distinctive garden
Beautiful arch frames the buildings.
Amber Fort
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