Thursday, February 11, 2010

Leaving Darjeeling

We are fixing to head off to Calcutta in an hour, but we have thoroughly enjoyed this amazing mountain town of Darjeeling. The landscapes are so majestic from the top of the city, which is located on a high mountain. All around are similar sized mountains. Then in the distance you can see the snow capped peaks of the himalayas that reach higher than most of the clouds. It can be quite hazy here sometimes as smoke and fog gathers in the valleys. This hinders are ability to see the Himalayas, but it complements the local geography and landscape. The people are very hardy and persevere tough living conditions and other obstacles. We see a group of workers making and laying a very primitive asphalt. It's hard to breathe as we walk by the site on the way to our hotel. Well, the group is heading down the mountain to the jeeps, so I must go. I will continue this blog when I get to Mungeli.

4 comments:

  1. Hey Guys,
    Charlie A. and I are busy packing our bags. Your mom gave me a bunch of stuff to bring along with us, per your request!!!! (smile). We will be flying out of ATL on Saturday a.m.! Can't wait to see everyone and share in this experience with you!!!!
    Peace,
    Lynn B.(LFCC)

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  2. Hey guys, Charlie here. You sound like you are having quite the adventure! I cant wait for yall to train Lynn and I on the ropes.... Do yall need anything that we are forgetting? Charlie

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  3. Hi Everyone, Happy Valentines Day from Grandma, Aunt Karen and the dogs. Glad you are having a good time.Happy Birthday to Mark on the 22nd. We are getting ready for our youth group's annual spaghetti dinner.
    Later,Love Aunt Karen & Grandma

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