Historical Lucknow
As written in my last post, Lucknow is known for its role in the Mutiny of 1857 and the consequent rise of the British Raj. The heart of that piece… Read more »
Author Archives: Varya
Old Lucknow
The City of Lucknow has a fascinating and tumultuous history. Long occupied by Mogul rulers who fostered the arts and developed a sophisticated culture, it came under control of… Read more »
Tharu Tribal Village Life
On our last morning, after another glorious dinner and breakfast, we head off with 2 naturalists for the Tharu tribal settlements. We were warmly welcomed and our local guide took… Read more »
Dudhwa Immersion
We are off on our nature adventure! It began with a chaotic and intense security screening at the Delhi Airport to board our flight to Lucknow. My hand… Read more »
Entry to North India
For me, each time I return to India it feels like entering into a bathtub of memories, both relaxing and energizing. There is always something new to experience, creating translucent… Read more »
Lithuanian Adventures
Days 8-10 I have never felt more Jewish in my life. This immersion into the history of the Jews in the Baltic countries has made me really understand emotionally… Read more »
Old Riga
Days 6 & 7 The difference between the historical center of Tallinn and Riga is not only in size, with Tallinn more an old town and Riga more an old… Read more »
On to Latvia
Day 5 On our way out of Estonia, we stop at Paernu, a seaside resort used by the Russian monarch and then by generations of local people eager for the… Read more »
Helsinki Highlights
Day 4 Up early for a 6:45 departure for our ferry across the water to Helsinki. This is not like the Staten Island Ferry or the Ferry to Tiburon in… Read more »
Historical Tallinn
Day 3 Our historical overview covers the new and the old: passing by the new modern skyscrapers that display independent Estonia in the 21st century and ending back in time… Read more »