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Return to India - Stopover in Delhi
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Just arrived back in India, today’s a stopover in Delhi before we fly to the high altitude desert of Buddhist Ladakh. We visit the ruins of the third Delhi at Feroz Shah Kotla and the 2000 year old Ashoka column.
My Favourite Things - Appliqued Bedspreads from Barmer
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Our beautiful Appliquéd Bedspreads from Barmer are made by a process of reverse appliqué, a technique where one of two layers of fabric is cut away to produce a pattern, and embroidery added to the exposed under-layer.
My Favourite Things - Tibetan Blankets
A throw for all seasons There’s been a lot of interest in the so called “Tibetan blankets” in our gallery recently. The reason? The sun has come out, the weather is glorious and they make fabulous picnic blankets. You can sit on them or use them like a tablecloth to lay out your spread of outdoor summer food - no need to worry about spills or marks as they machine wash well. Contact us for up to date photos of our current collection. Email staff@silkroadgallery.co.uk. They also roll up into a small, light bundle that is easy to carry. When the sun goes...
Special Places to Stay in Rajasthan - Neemrana Fort Palace
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Wandering round the myriad staircases, corridors and battlements of Neemrana, - for a while you can have the rare experience of feeling like you're actually on holiday while still in India!
My Favourite Things - Indian Miniature Paintings
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We buy our Indian miniatures from Mukesh, a fourth-generation painter, who sits and works in the traditional Rajasthani style in his small shop in the market street at Bundi, Rajasthan.