Darjeeling Toy Train Joy Rides maybe give it a miss Terrell Neuage 2024-07-04 | These clips were taken from our AirBnB at 'Rise and Shine' which was quite aways up the hill. I used a 300 mm lens. Even with the windows and doors closed we could smell the smoke - three times a day. See our other clip of our six-hour ride down the mountain..."Darjeeling Siliguri Himalayan Train" youtu.be/H0miqD6zbm8?si=_ybaZNiGPdW9D3_h From 'change.org' The Darjeeling Toy Train Joy Rides are available in two varieties: Steam Engine and Diesel Engine. While it is indeed a legendary invention in the time it was established, especially in the mountainous region of Himalayas, it is high time this "Joy Ride" using the Steam Engine is officially taken off the road. In today's time and age, when the world is reeling to limit and curb pollution, the Darjeeling Toy Train Joy Ride is a ticking time-bomb that’s guffawing at the backs of environmentalists!For one, the amount of coal required to have this train chug up and down for 6 hours every day is ridiculous when everything is moving to green and clean power. For a single trip, 600-800kg of coal is required to be loaded to feed a single steam engine. The DHR operates three trips each day. During peak season, the number of trips increase to five.Second, the train sends up MONSTROUS amounts of coal-burning-smoke up and out of its chimney four times a day (two and fro), covering the mountain side in soot. The soot-covered houses in the 'Joy Ride' stretch is a clear indication of the damage this is causing to the environment as well as the people inhabiting those houses and surrounding areas. The degree of pollution this train creates each day in a pristine mountain environment is beyond imagination!Third, there are no rules around entering the train with tons of plastic in hand: irresponsible tourists much on packets of crisps and sweets and juices and freely throw the plastic out of the train right on to the roads and valleys, adding to an already highly polluted region.Fourth, the “Joy Ride” provides no real joy: For INR 1500 (which is not cheap), all that you get is a seat that is big enough to fit a 5-year-old. One gets no joy in sitting cramped up in the cabin, or looking out and seeing the plumes of smoke going up non-stop, or seeing the road/valleys filled with garbage (food, plastic, paper and everything under the sun), a good amount of which is contributed by the people traveling the cabin to experience the most ‘touristy thing’ in Darjeeling! Every single person who books a ticket for a Joy Ride on the Darjeeling Steam Engine Toy Train is guilty of contributing to a day’s massive pollution--especially in a pristine place like the Himalayas! There is terrible damage being done daily to the fragile ecosystem of the region as well as to the inhabitants there, both human and animal.Stop the monstrous pollutant Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Toy Train Joy Ride(Steam Engine)Petition @ change.org/p/stop-the-monstrous-pollutant-darjeeling-himalayan-railway-toy-train-joy-ride-steam-engine see our blog at neuage.meour homepage is at neuage.org
Chowk Bazaar, Darjeeling West Bengal Terrell Neuage 2024-06-26 | Darjeeling, West Bengal Chowk Bazaar is where most people go shoppingThere are also Ghoom Monastery Market, Nehru Road, Teesta Bazaar, Batasia Loop Market, The Mall Road and Pashupati Nagar Market.Located in the Eastern Himalayas, it has an average elevation of 2,045 metres (6,709 ft).See our blog at neuage.meand homepage at neuage.org
Siliguri in West Bengal India Terrell Neuage 2024-06-21 | Siliguri in West Bengalblog at neuage.mehomepage neuage.orgvideos @ youtube.com/@TerrellNeuageSiliguri in West Bengal. It forms "Twin Cities" with the neighbouring district capital of Jalpaiguri. The city spans areas of the Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts in the Indian state of West Bengal. Known as the "Gateway of Northeast India". Siliguri is popular for three Ts: tea, timber and tourism. It is located on the banks of the Mahananda River and the Teesta River at the foothills of the Himalayhas Siliguri has access to four international borders: China, Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan. It also connects the North-East with mainland India. Located at the foothills of Eastern Himalayas, Siliguri is a significant trading and transportation hub.We loved it.
Taxi Siliguri to Darjeeling Terrell Neuage 2024-06-19 | Taxi Siliguri to Darjeelingblog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Scary drive from Guwahati to Shillong day 1 Terrell Neuage 2024-06-14 | Drive from Guwahati to ShillongShillong is a hill station and the capital of Meghalaya, a state in northeastern India. It is the headquarters of the East Khasi Hills district. We went on a four-day trip with Eyajul Haque who was our guide. His daughter Eyana came to translate for him. There are several other clips that go along with this see youtube.com/@TerrellNeuage to be tuned in.This trip was last month in April - or was that the month before the last month? but we just got to it today.cheersBlog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahatihomepage at neuage.org
Police Bazar mall Jail Road, Shillong, Meghalaya, India Terrell Neuage 2024-06-13 | Police Bazar mall Jail Road, Shillong, Meghalaya, IndiaBlog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahatiBlog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahati
Narda X70 Terrell Neuage 2024-06-07 | I put a couple of photos together out of thousands to cover the past 22 years with Narda Biemond- Happy Birthday for your 70th with many more to come.our blog is at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Guwahati Assam India Terrell Neuage 2024-05-26 | Guwahati is the largest city of the Indian state of Assam, and also the largest metropolis in northeastern India. Dispur, the capital of Assam, is in the circuit city region located within Guwahati and is the seat of the Government of Assam. Its airport is the 12th busiest in India, the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. A major riverine port city along with hills, and one of the fastest growing cities in India, Guwahati is situated on the south bank of the Brahmaputra. The city is known as the "gateway to Northeast India".Blog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahati
12926 Paschim Express Amritsar to Delhi by train Terrell Neuage 2024-05-13 | 12926 Paschim Express is a Superfast Express train belonging to Indian Railways that runs between Bandra Terminus in Mumbai (Maharashtra) and Amritsar in Punjab.We grabbed the first-class private cabin, of course about $35 USD for the two of USDBlog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahatihomepage at neuage.org
TukTuk New Delhi, Paharganj (honk if you love us) Terrell Neuage 2024-05-12 | TukTuk New Delhi, PaharganjBlog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahatihomepage at neuage.org
Evening in Amritsar India #2 (Durians Temple), chanting, cows, people, noise... Terrell Neuage 2024-05-11 | An evening passing through (and stopping of course) in Amritsar. Touring the Durians Temple which is really a copy (smaller) of the Golden Temple on the other side of town.see our blog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.orgcheers mate
Lahore April 2024 Terrell Neuage 2024-05-03 | A quick four-day visit to Lahore Pakistan April 2024blog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
McLeod Ganj home of the 14th Dalai Lama also Little Lhasa [Tibet 4U] Terrell Neuage 2024-04-29 | McLeod Ganj in/near Dharamshala, India is home of the 14th Dalai Lama.We stayed at Ram Yoga House for a week. Ten-minute walking distance to the temple and home of the Dalia Lama. McLeod Ganj is known as "Little Lhasa" or "Dhasa" because of its large population of TibetansReferences to Dharamshala and its surrounding areas are found in ancient Hindu scriptures such as Rig Veda and MahabharataSee our video of the Dalai Lama for more.out blog is at neuage.meand homepage at neuage.org
Prayer flags Dalai Lama Temple [Mcleod Ganj] India Terrell Neuage 2024-04-24 | the street of prayer flags above the Dalai Lama Temple Mcleod Ganj.see our blog at neuage.meHomepage http://neuage.org
Dharamsala Skyway Terrell Neuage 2024-04-22 | Dharamsala Skyway is 1.8 kms ropeway, by which you can reach Mcleodganj from Dharamshala in just 20 Minutes. Dharamshala is the winter capital of the northern state of Himachal Pradesh and is known for its rich deodar forests against the backdrop of the majestic Dhauladhar mountains.We got on at McLeod Ganj where we live. McLeod Ganj is the seat of His Holy Highness, The Dalai Lama. Who we saw a few days ago at one of his lessons. That is an earlier clip on YouTube. cheers!blog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Home of the 14th Dalai Lama - Tsuglagkhang Temple 9Mcleod Ganj] 1 of 5 Terrell Neuage 2024-04-20 | The Tsuglagkhang Complex is the official home of the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso.Located in McLeod Ganj, just above the town of Dharamsala, India, the Tsuglagkhang The complex houses the Photang (Dalai Lama's residence), Tibet Museum, Tsuglagkhang Temple, and Namgyal Gompa. In Mcleod Ganj which is a Tibetan refuge and a spiritual hub in the Himalayas. Mcleod Ganj is a suburb of Dharamsala though quite a long ways up a hill. We went to one of his lessons this morning - 20/04/2024. However, phones and cameras are banned so I have not added photos from this morning. Briefly, there were a thousand monks chanting and stuff - we were feet away from the Dalai Lama (His Holiness) and we were all served tea not sure what it was but three hours later I am still alive so that is good.We will write this whole thing up in our blog at neuage.meand there is always my homepage at neuage.org
Darjeeling Siliguri Himalayan Train Terrell Neuage 2024-04-20 | Darjeeling to Siliguri Himalayan Train The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway was constructed in 1879We took this eight-hour ride to Siliguri from Darjeeling.blog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Darjeeling Tea Plantation, Siliguri Terrell Neuage 2024-04-16 | Morning walk through the Darjeeling Tea Plantation.I asked our host if there were snakes amongst the tea plants. He said, 'just the cobra'. I looked up on youtube and yes there are lots of clips including one of a 13-foot cobra in the tea plantation. OK I am walking faster.blog at neuage.mehomepage neuage.org
Dawki, Meghalaya on the Bangladesh border Terrell Neuage 2024-04-07 | Dawki, Meghalaya, on the Bangladesh border alongside the Umngot River. Going over the Dawki Suspension bridge. It is the last Meghalayan village before the Bangladesh territory begins2. Dawki is about 70 km away from Shillong.Blog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahatihomepage at neuage.org River.
Living Root Bridges, Riwai Village, Meghalaya Terrell Neuage 2024-04-07 | The Ever Growing Living Root Bridge in Riwai Village, Meghalaya.These structures have grown over a period of time in Meghalaya. The ever-evolving Meghalaya root bridges is made up of tangled thick roots that provide formidability to the structure and make it good enough to hold 50 or more people in one go. They are grown by trained Khasi and Jaintia tribes who have mastered the art of growing root bridges across raised banks of streams running through the dense woods of Meghalaya.Meghalaya’s living bridges began two centuries ago (180 years precisely) when veterans of Khasi clan living in Meghalaya put rubber tree roots into hollow canes of Areca nut palm that met halfway across the stream. The roots were nurtured and cared properly until they grew enough to reach the opposite bank, get completely entwined with each other, and make themselves capable enough to carry heavy weight.
night drive Guwahati Terrell Neuage 2024-04-06 | Night driving on the road from the border of Bangladesh to GuwahatiBlog for this clip is at neuage.me/guwahatihomepage at neuage.org
Ferry across Brahmaputra River, Guwahati, India Terrell Neuage 2024-04-04 | Ferry across Brahmaputra River, Guwahati, IndiaThe Brahmaputra is a trans-boundary river which flows through Tibet (China), Northeastern India, and Bangladesh. It is the 9th largest river in the world by discharge, and the 15th longest. It is 3,969 km (2,466 miles) long, we didn't quite do the whole distance though we did manage to get across it and back.blog at neuge.mehomepage at neuge.org
Garden Of Caves Terrell Neuage 2024-04-02 | Garden of Caves“Garden Of Caves: A Microcosm of Meghalaya” in Cherrapunji, Northern India.A 2.5-hectare area with seven primary spots-Sum Syeim Falls, U Mawhdohnud (heart shape rock), Ka Synrang ryiem, Ki Stieh Maw, Arsdad and Riat Umlwai waterfalls. The history of the Garden of Caves goes back to British rule in India. During British rule, the Khasi tribe of Meghalaya used to hide in the caves from the invasion by the British soldiers. These caves used to provide them shelter from rain and the dense forest surrounding the cave used to provide them with food and other necessities.see our blog at neuage.mehomepage neuage.org- -
Mawlynnong Village Terrell Neuage 2024-04-01 | Mawlynnong VillageThe story of Mawlynnong becoming Asia’s Cleanest Village goes back to 2003 when it earned the title by Discover India. It slowly gained popularity after 2005 when it was featured on BBC. But, the locals of Meghalaya have always been key players in maintaining the scenic beauty of this state.Inhabited by the Khasi tribe, the Mawlynnong village appears straight out of a fairy tale. The road leading to the village passes through a thick forest cover and Mawlynnong reveals itself like a hidden charm at first sight. You will have to park your vehicle outside the village and walk to explore one of the best places in Meghalaya.
Ropeway Terrell Neuage 2024-03-23 | The Guwahati Ropeway across the Brahmaputra, connecting the Southern and Northern banks of the Brahmaputra river. Going over Umananda Island, known as the smallest inhabited riverine island in the world. (Going there by ferry tomorrow). Where we landed, is Rajadwar village, behind Dolgovinda which is a Shiva temple.See oour blog at neuage.mebetter yet go to our homepage at neuage.org
Munshi Ghat into the Ganges RIver Terrell Neuage 2024-03-19 | Munshi Ghat - (Ghat = steps into a river) is where we stayed for a week - where we could walk down to the Ganges and is also near the Shiva ceremony held each night at sunset. This clip is about the area where we stayed.blog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Ganges Terrell Neuage 2024-03-19 | Ganges River from our perspective. see our blog at neuage.me(from Bing Co pilot) - Excursions along the river at dawn provide a captivating glimpse into the traditional customs of the city’s inhabitants. Boats glide along the shore, capturing the essence of Varanasi’s spiritual and cultural life. The rising sun casts a golden hue on the water, illuminating the ghats (steps) where devotees perform rituals, prayers, and ablutions. The Ganga aarti, a mesmerizing evening ceremony dedicated to the goddess river Ganga, adds to the mystical ambiance. According to Hindu tradition, Varanasi is the oldest city in the world, the eternal city of Shiva. However, to put this in historical perspective, the city was likely settled by the Aryans, as they progressed eastward across the Gangetic plain in the earlier part of the 1st Millenium BCE (1000-750 BCE).
Bus 181 Delhi, India Terrell Neuage 2024-03-15 | An afternoon bus ride through Delhi on Bus 181blog at neuage.me
old Delhi, Delhi India Terrell Neuage 2024-03-12 | a quiet day in the craziness of Old Delhiviewing Swaminarayan Akshardham, Humayun's Tomb, Chandni Chowk, Red Fortblog at neuage.me
Amritsar wedding Terrell Neuage 2024-03-09 | As if Street full of people is not enough they have a wedding celebration in the middleblog at neuage.me
Wagah Border between Pakistan and India Terrell Neuage 2024-03-09 | crossing the Wagah Border between Pakistan and Indiasee our blog at neuage.me
crossing Wagah Border India into Pakistan on foot Terrell Neuage 2024-02-28 | crossing Wagah Border India into Pakistan on footand our train ride from Agra to Amritsar before getting to the borderblog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Agra a short week Terrell Neuage 2024-02-26 | a short week in Agra Indiablog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
finding space in a street full of traffic Terrell Neuage 2024-02-13 | a relaxing quiet chilled ride home after a full on day in New Delhiblog at neuage.mehomepage neuage.org
day one new Delhi 2024 Terrell Neuage 2024-02-12 | day one new Delhi 2024blogs at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Morning Stroll (hop) Kangaroos in Anstey Hill Recreation Park Adelaide Terrell Neuage 2024-01-17 | Morning Stroll (hop) Kangaroos in Anstey Hill Recreation Park, Adelaide, South Australiasee blog at neuage.mehomepage neuage.org
2023 PART TWO Terrell Neuage 2023-12-29 | Part two of our travels for 2023. USA (New York, Chicago, DC) Spain (Madrid, Valencia) Kuala Lumpurto go with our blogs at neuage.mehomepage neuage.org
2023 Part 1 Terrell Neuage 2023-12-23 | videos from the first half of our year from our blogs at neuage.me
Kuala Lumpur Terrell Neuage 2023-12-12 | Kuala Lumpur Food street blog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.me
Port Saplaya Valencia Spain Terrell Neuage 2023-11-20 | A day in Port Saplaya Valencia Spainblog at neuage.mehomepage at neuage.org
Valencia 2023 Terrell Neuage 2023-10-31 | all our clips from our month in Spainblog for this is at neuage.mehomepage is neuage.org
Victoria camping 2023 Terrell Neuage 2023-10-30 | our separate clips together for our camping trip through Victoria 2023blog at neuage.me
Lahore 2023 Terrell Neuage 2023-10-30 | our videos from our 2023 trip to ahore (our third trip there)see our blog at neuage.mehomepage neuage.org
Albufera El Palmer Terrell Neuage 2023-10-30 | The Albufera Natural Park (La Albufera). The rice fields located in the Natural Park are the origin of the Spanish dish, Paella. Valencia was actually the first place rice was brought to Spain due to its fertile wetlands perfect for rice plantations. It was brought over by the Moors. It is one of the most important wetlands in Spain. We took the boat ride through it. Come along with us. Cheers
Wales 2023 Terrell Neuage 2023-10-29 | our combined video clips of our three weeks in Wales UKblog for this video is at neuage.me/waleshomepage is neuage.org
La Nau Valencia Spain Terrell Neuage 2023-10-29 | A day out in the historic section of Valencia.This historic building, which was declared Asset of Cultural interest in 1981, is the oldest and most emblematic facility of the Universitat de València. It was the head office of the university since its foundation in the 15th century to the first half of the 20th century.In 1488, the General Council of the city agreed to gather all the superior studies imparted in the Valencia into a single “General Study” and promoted it to university status. As a result, several houses and plots were acquired in the surrounding area of La Nave Street and Pere Compte was hired to remodel the site. In 1499, the representatives of the city wrote the first statutes of the new institution, which started its activity in 1500. The papal bull (Alexander VI) and the royal grace (Ferdinand II the Catholic) gave university status to the studies that started in 1501 and 1502.The building was an example of Valencian neoclassical architecture, particularly the façade and cloister. The current architectural design of the building is the result of continuous refurbishments that have been adapting the building to different functions and necessities throughout 5 centuries, since Pere Compte’s original design to the last refurbishment (1999 and 2012) that updated the facilities to transform the building into an essential cultural centre in Valencia.Dinner at Taberna La Samorra in the historic centreblog at neuage.mehomepage neuage.org
