Hello from India this time!
since 2010
Coming from a European country, it’s not unusual to see female police officers. In India, however, they travel in a cute car and are called ‘Pink Police.’
Traditional Indian food is really spicy but I love their sweets! You can get them on every corner and they are really delicious (and cheap). A lot of parents buy them as a treat for their kids.
Visit a typical market in Kochi’s streets. Here you can buy dolls for good luck - they represent characters from traditional Indian dances.
Some interesting facts about Cochin n India’s first church ‘St. Francis Church’ is located in Kochi n Vembanad Lake is the longest lake and largest wetland system in India
n Pallipuram Fort in Cochin is the oldest fort built by Europeans in India n Kochi’s Spice Exchange handles over 90% of the pepper and spice trade of India
As you might already know, Indian ladies love jewellery and they take good care of their appearance. On almost every corner you can buy colours for your forehead! They were kind enough to draw one on my face as well - you can see it on the photos!
It was a divine feeling visiting the oldest cathedral in India where there’s a tomb of Vasco de Gama! I couldn’t imagine I would ever have the privilege but being a globetrotter has a lot of privileges!
I took a photo with a local beauty - she was selling some amazing pieces of jewellery, all of which were handmade. She barely spoke English but her smile said a lot! After visiting her shop, I left with a full bag of beautiful earrings.
Families love walking next to the sea in Kochi Fort. You can see lots of kids, adults and animals enjoying the sun and the sound of the waves. www.cpmagazine.net
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