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Mar
26
2008

Lord Shiva’s Domain

by Irene Butler
Published in BC travel Writers
Varanasi. The holiest place on earth in the Hindu religion through recorded time. Shiva,
the destroyer god, reigns. He resides in every inch of the city. Over 2000 temples are dedicated to him. Every Hindu tries to come at least once during their lifetime to bathe in his sacred [...]

Mar
26
2008

All Aboard The Indian Express

By Irene Butler
Published in BC Travel Writers
“Will you take a look at this?” asked my partner, Rick.

“Wonder if they know the train schedules?” I shaded my eyes to have a look.
“They don’t need a schedule. They have the right of way,” Rick added.
“Well, I’ll be. You’re right.”
The shrill whistle of an incoming train at the [...]