Sugar Cane
It seems like it's always sugar cane season in India. Most of the cane was harvested in October and November, but there are numerous street carts that sell sugar cane juice -- squeezed fresh on the spot.
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| One man drives the gears, while the second man feeds sugar cane into the press. |
Sanitation is somewhat sketchy. The glasses get re-used with just a wipe of a dirty rag in between users.
The sugar can press in action.
Hindu Worship Festival
There was a 7-day Hindu "festival" (for lack of a better word) on the road near our bungalow. There were events four times a day, with lots of loud music. It seemed a lot like a "revival", but I suspect that's not an accurate description. My lack of cultural understanding is showing. At any rate, the temporary tent was erected in about 3 days (and dismantled in less than 2). Here are some photos:
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| The gate over the road near the entrance. |
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| The entry way. The wall got a fresh coat of paint, and the grounds were thoroughly cleaned before the tent was erected. |
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| The large tent could seat several hundred people. The worship platform is in the rear. It's difficult to see, but there is a tree in the middle of the tent -- they just put the tent over it. |
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