Flo goes on tangents

By train

We visited Choki Dhani village today. I did not expect the almost alien feeling inside this theme park at all.

Between history lessons on a battle field full of statues, palm reading, shooting arrows and walking through a fake jungle and craft demonstrations - all filled with life like puppets and rare live performers - it was the weirdest mix of a fair ground, art installation, shops and restaurants I’ve ever seen.

Heading to the Taj Mahal.

Only two days of ceremonies and celebrations. I dressed in yellow for Haldi, got my finger painted with henna for Mehendi, donned a turban so I could help carrying the bridal canopy, and ate, and danced all night.

I’ve successfully shrunk my new shirt so it no longer fits. It’s enough fabric to make something from it so nothing is lost.

No pictures from inside the Bahai temple, but it is a stunning architectural structure.

The concrete roof arches feel almost weightless and let light filter in through gaps between the petals. We were very lucky to experience moments in peace and calmness almost on our own in an otherwise busy and crowded place.

We went to Lajpat Nagar market to buy dress shoes for the main event and a nice golden yellow kurta for the haldi ceremony for me. I got fitted for a turban that will be wound for me, too.

Which means I’m done shopping for the wedding and we can spent a few days doing touristy things.

I found a really nice indo western style sherwani for the main event. Now I just need one or two more outfits for the other days, fitting shoes and a turban.

Don’t expect pictures before the actual wedding. No spoilers.

While we managed to get some really nice and authentic food, I was too hungry and jet-lagged at the time to take any pictures either. More pictures are due once we finish hopping from shop to shop.

Normally we would have more time, but it’s wedding season in Delhi, so any alterations that need to be done barely make it in time for the event.