A small body of water and the surrounding tall grasses attract several birds, including this bright kingfisher. The region, near Delhi, India, is a protected wetland and several species of migratory birds can be found here every winter.
Author: Vidur Mithal
Bloom
Abstract, Gallery, Leaves, Nature, Photograph, PlantHundreds of small flowers bloom on a spring evening.
Mandawa: Part 2
Architecture, Gallery, India, Street, TravelThe last post featured photographs of the intricately decorated havelis of the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan. In this post, we look at the streets of the small town of Mandawa and the structures that line them.
Mandawa: Part 1
Architecture, India, Photograph, TravelThe Shekhawati region of Rajasthan is famous for its many havelis (mansions constructed by the wealthy or royal). As their owners wanted to demonstrate this wealth, these havelis often housed intricate stone engravings and a variety of paintings, sculptures and ornaments, many of which have survived. Recently, many of these havelis, including several in the small town of Mandawa, have been purchased from their ancestral owners and repurposed as luxurious hotels. As a result, tourism in the area is booming, and thousands of tourists now visit the area each year.
In this first of two posts about the area, we look at the interiors of some of the havelis of the area, and their colourful engravings and artwork.