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Snaps - Jew Town Scenes, Cochin

 

         

Left: Pat and Dominique knew they were walking in the right direction. Right: This building was the Spice Exchange. Until recently, spice buyers travelled from all over the world to secure the best grade spices.

                                         

Left: Pat waits in the shade for an Auto Rickshaw to pass. Right: The Entrance to the Synagogue.

Left: Jew-Town is surrounded by shops selling traditional clothing and Indian jewellery.

         

Left: There are many shops selling spices. Note: The flutted clay bowl full of Nutmegs. 

         

Left: These hand carved wooden boxes make a pretty display. Right: Wooden bowls and plates overflowing with dried red chillies.

         

Left: Market Stalls selling colourful souvenirs to the tourists. Dominique bought two embroidered shawls from a Kashmiri man. Right: Antique Shop. From ornately carved wooden boats to life size (and bigger) Indian Gods made of metal. Everything can be shipped home.

 

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