Our six weeks along the southwestern coastline of Kerala was memorable for sure. I thought the best way to summarize our time was to list key words and thoughts: Popeye, Olive, Yoda & Feisty Zena and Nipples Crows Feeding the dogs and crows at the beach Fishermen beach Fishermen Fishing boats Early morning fish markets…
Category: Arthunkal
Arthunkal, Kerala, India – Fishermen Repairing the Nets
On our last full day in India, Michael and I drove north along the ocean on Route 66! Along the way were many spots with fishermen sitting on red nets, busy with sewing repair. Michael and I stopped so I could get pictures of these men among the vibrant red nets! The fisherman welcomed us!…
Mararikkulam North, Mararikulam, Arthunkal & Alappuzha, Kerala, India – Catholic Churches & Hindu Temples
This southwestern area of Kerala has many Catholic churches and Hindu temples. We think there is an ashram on the way to Alappuzha, but none in this immediate area. India is the birthplace of yoga – and there is absolutely nothing to be seen here related to the practice of yoga! It has been a…
Arthunkal & Chethy & Mararikkulam North, Kerala, India – Moments
During the third week of our six week stay in this southern part of India, Michael and I started to tire of the non-western standard of living and the garbage. However, we’ve heard the further north you travel, the dirtier India gets. So, we’re grateful to be in the “cleaner” part of India. Except, further…
Arthunkal, Kerala, India – St. Andrew’s Basilica & St. Sebastian’s International Shrine
Michael and I stumbled upon this lavish church while searching for a restaurant to have supper. To me, what makes this church lavish, stand out even, is how pristine it is amoung the humble living conditions within the village. It is very apparent that money to the church takes priority over infrastructure and garbage collection…