Showing posts with label Chembarambakkam. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chembarambakkam. Show all posts
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May 13, 2011
Apr 15, 2011
Chembarambakkam Lake Chennai
This is Chembarambakkam Lake, one of two big reservoirs that supply the city of Chennai with water. What appears to be a Chinese pagoda in the water is actually a decorative cover for a water pump. The road alongside the reservoir is a popular spot to cool off when the city is experiencing a heat spell, which is most of the time! Chembarambakkam Lake is 40 km. outside of Chennai off of NH 4 on the Chennai-Bangalore Highway.
Apr 13, 2011
Burial Place Chennai
This is a burial ground although it's not a formal cemetery, even though there are a few visible graves in this picture. The structure in the center of the photo is the place where cremations take place. Most Indians who are Hindus are cremated. The body is placed on a pile of wood and the eldest son lights the funeral fire which may burn for hours. The remaining ashes are then distributed in sacred water. I'm still hoping to soon get a picture of the funeral processions with dancing, flowers and firecrackers that wind through the streets of Chennai on the way to the big city crematories.
Apr 12, 2011
Water Buffaloes in Chennai Traffic
On the way to the Chembarambakkam Water Reservoir along NH 4, about 20 km from Chennai, we spotted some good old, slow-as-they-wanna-be water buffalo. Almost had a little bumper damage as a result of a kick by one of these guys, but normally they just mosey along, totally harmless. These buffalo are probably headed to the water for a dip and a drink and then will saunter back to their owners. Find Great Vacation Rental Deals at TripAdvisor
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