Nocturnal Eilat
September 19, 2017
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Photo gallery. Night magic in the sea and the city of Eilat.
temples/landmarks
Point Finger at Polluter
December 14, 2018
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India’s garbage problem. Despite the glorious esthetic and spiritual traditions, the problem of waste accumulation and inadequate disposal is undermining India’s life and beauty. Change is coming but slow.
The Israeli Phenomenon in India, Part 3 – The Case of Bhagsu
January 5, 2019
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Israelis in Bhagsu. If you thought you knew why Israelis come to India, read this post and be ready for surprises. Post compares Hindu and Israeli tourism to this friendly village in the lower Himalayas. Everybody co-exists and cultural co-fertilization brings about interesting results.
The Israeli Phenomenon in India Part 5 – Music, Grass and the Spiritual Salad
February 25, 2019
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Music, grass and the spiritual salad – the three occupations of Israelis in India outside of shopping… Western, Jewish and israeli involvement in Indian spiritual paths create interesting fusions that transform Israeli society, Judaism and India.
The Israeli Phenomenon in India, Part 6 – Reasons We Flock There
April 3, 2019
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Why Israelis go to India? This first post enumerates the more obvious reasons – fun, escape, learn, shanti, post-army, herd, cheap, the Hummus trail infrastructure, adventure, and, of course – Incredible India. Sequel: non-obvious reasons.
Amritsar Golden Temple
July 31, 2019
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Amritsar Golden Temple, at the center of a bustling Indian city, is a structure of incredible beauty, and serves as the heart of the Sikh religion & people. Eating free on the floor at the langar, waiting in line to see the holy guru book, watching the sacred pool, visiting the gory historical museum, feeling the splendor.
Mata Lal Devi Mandir – Amritsar’s “Ladies Temple”
July 31, 2019
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Mata Lal Devi Mandir, or in its common name “The Ladies Temple” in Amritsar, displays an abundance of goddess figures and pictures, as well as an effeminate Buddha and is dedicated to a 20th century bespectacled female guru reputed to live on fruit and milk. Atmosphere is much more relaxed than in the Golden Temple. A good tuktuk driver is essential for a great rambling day around the city.
Nocturnal Eilat
September 19, 2017
No Comments
Photo gallery. Night magic in the sea and the city of Eilat.
Point Finger at Polluter
December 14, 2018
1 Comment
India’s garbage problem. Despite the glorious esthetic and spiritual traditions, the problem of waste accumulation and inadequate disposal is undermining India’s life and beauty. Change is coming but slow.
The Israeli Phenomenon in India, Part 3 – The Case of Bhagsu
January 5, 2019
2 Comments
Israelis in Bhagsu. If you thought you knew why Israelis come to India, read this post and be ready for surprises. Post compares Hindu and Israeli tourism to this friendly village in the lower Himalayas. Everybody co-exists and cultural co-fertilization brings about interesting results.
The Israeli Phenomenon in India Part 5 – Music, Grass and the Spiritual Salad
February 25, 2019
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Music, grass and the spiritual salad – the three occupations of Israelis in India outside of shopping… Western, Jewish and israeli involvement in Indian spiritual paths create interesting fusions that transform Israeli society, Judaism and India.
The Israeli Phenomenon in India, Part 6 – Reasons We Flock There
April 3, 2019
No Comments
Why Israelis go to India? This first post enumerates the more obvious reasons – fun, escape, learn, shanti, post-army, herd, cheap, the Hummus trail infrastructure, adventure, and, of course – Incredible India. Sequel: non-obvious reasons.
Amritsar Golden Temple
July 31, 2019
No Comments
Amritsar Golden Temple, at the center of a bustling Indian city, is a structure of incredible beauty, and serves as the heart of the Sikh religion & people. Eating free on the floor at the langar, waiting in line to see the holy guru book, watching the sacred pool, visiting the gory historical museum, feeling the splendor.
Mata Lal Devi Mandir – Amritsar’s “Ladies Temple”
July 31, 2019
No Comments
Mata Lal Devi Mandir, or in its common name “The Ladies Temple” in Amritsar, displays an abundance of goddess figures and pictures, as well as an effeminate Buddha and is dedicated to a 20th century bespectacled female guru reputed to live on fruit and milk. Atmosphere is much more relaxed than in the Golden Temple. A good tuktuk driver is essential for a great rambling day around the city.