Jaisalmer: India’s Golden City with Gerri Griswold
September 16, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Join globe-trotting Gerri for a travelogue about her recent journey to India during the famous Desert Festival. The annual event takes place each February in the beautiful desert city of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Jaisalmer is also known as “The Golden City”. It stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone and is home to the mighty Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The buildings are intricately carved and a marvel to behold! The celebrations of the festival make the desert come alive with color. Meet the beautiful people who call Jaisalmer home. Learn what Camel Beautification is all about and see Gerri’s friend Tom grab third prize in the Festival’s Turban Tying Contest! This cultural event has many highlights all colorfully captured, so you won’t have to endure the 23-hour flight to get there! Enjoy some delicious vegetable Samosas during the presentation provided by Avon Indian Grill. 7:00 p.m., A. B. Ceder Room, Members: $10.00, Non-Members: $20.00 Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: Jaisalmer Registration
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Join globe-trotting Gerri for a travelogue about her recent journey to India during the famous Desert Festival. The annual event takes place each February in the beautiful desert city of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Jaisalmer is also known as “The Golden City”. It stands on a ridge of yellowish sandstone and is home to the mighty Jaisalmer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The buildings are intricately carved and a marvel to behold! The celebrations of the festival make the desert come alive with color. Meet the beautiful people who call Jaisalmer home. Learn what Camel Beautification is all about and see Gerri’s friend Tom grab third prize in the Festival’s Turban Tying Contest! This cultural event has many highlights all colorfully captured, so you won’t have to endure the 23-hour flight to get there! Enjoy some delicious vegetable Samosas during the presentation provided by Avon Indian Grill. 7:00 p.m., A. B. Ceder Room, Members: $10.00, Non-Members: $20.00 Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Call 860-567-0857 or register online: Jaisalmer Registration
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