Tag Archives: architecture

Pretty in the Pink City – Jaipur, India

Posted on March 24, 2012 by surfas-ing

A land of many flavors, jewelry, saris – a rainbow of colors to be exact; My first stop in Rajasthan was Jaipur. Somewhere between relaxing in Rishikesh and the Taj Mahal I realized that I needed to slow down my … Continue reading →

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The Taj Mahal – Need I say more? Agra, India

Posted on March 20, 2012 by surfas-ing

Did you know: The Emperor, Shah Jahan, built the Taj Mahal for his wife when she died giving birth to their 14th child? I guess third time’s a charm because “The Taj” is actually a Tomb for the man’s third … Continue reading →

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An ode to an architect: Le Corbusier Chandigarh, India

Posted on February 27, 2012 by surfas-ing

Chandigarh, India the first planned city Large buildings made of concrete and glass Only an architect will find it pretty The grid makes it easy for cars to pass Massive in scale his signature style Woven tapestry’s on the wall … Continue reading →

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