Stability Through Motion

I was reminded the other day of my trip to Mandu, Madhya Pradesh, near Indore, India. This was way back in 1992, but the memory of my few days on this promontory, overlooking the Narmada river to the south, still lingers.

Rani Rupmati's Pavilion, Mandu

I was approached, via my Flickr photos, to add a photo of Hoshang Shah’s tomb to the Wikipedia page about Mandu. Read more about the history of Mandu, including my photo in the Wiki article.

View towards Songarh hill, Mandu, 8th Feb 1992

I visited in the dry season, but I still dream of returning in the rains, when the 15th century pavilions and palaces would be running with water.

Map of Mandu

The week I spent in Mandu was one of great food, quiet nights in an isolated room, long walks to watch the sun setting over the Narmada river valley, and rise from Chishti Khan’s palace. Ooh, I have to log off, this is becoming emotional.

Accommodation in Mandu

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