Leaving Ourselves Behind

Monkey Menace in Shimla

April 4, 2018

There are over 2500 rhesus macaques creating havoc in Shimla; known to the locals as The Monkey Menace. They are easily identified by their bright red faces and backsides, and by their brazen and fearless manner. In our seven days here, we have had a few close encounters with these scary simians. We were hissed … More Monkey Menace in Shimla

Pondicherry’s spiritual aura

February 23, 2018

Although French rule ended here in 1954, the small colonial city of Pondicherry is still very much under the influence – in architecture, food, and street style. The French Quarter is solidly French – right down to street names and door signs. There are many shopowners, hoteliers and restauranteurs who are French nationals and the … More Pondicherry’s spiritual aura