We stayed in Mamallapurum to see some temples carved out of solid rock about 1400 years ago. Interesting structures, the depict more hindu symbols and figures. Pretty impressive...I have pictures. The tour was a little different this time...we rented some bicycles and rode around the town with our guide on a moped. It was a nice way to get around and not get hassled by the vendors. There are a lot of masons around here following the tradition of the people who originally built the temples. A lot of the carvings are impressive, although I didn't stop to take pictures because I would have immediately been hassled to buy something.
Another part of the stop was an optional trip to an orphanage here. A few of us went there on bikes again. The kids were really excited to see us. We spent the better part of an hour intercating with them...playing and showing the pictures. They were just starving for affection. I put a fresh media card in my camera and gave it to one of the older kids after a quick intro on how to use it. It turns out he has a good eye for it and got some nice shots. I'm planning on printing the pictures and mailing them to the orphanage.
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I would love to see the pictures also. I think you should definitely send them to him. What an experience.
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