Susan’s travelogue

Taj Lake Palace on Lake Pichola

Taj Lake Palace on Lake Pichola

The Taj Lake Palace Hotel in Udaipur, India seems to float in Lake Pichola.

Folk dancing at Taj Lake Palace

Folk dancing at Taj Lake Palace

Local dancers and musicians perform before dinner.

Taj Lake Palace at dusk

Taj Lake Palace at dusk

Cool breezes, incense, and traditional music float by as you stroll around the Lily Pond.

Chile's Huerquehue National Park

Photo Essay written 16 April 2008

Chile's Huerquehue National Park, a day's drive from Santiago and near the town of Pucón, offers pleasant hiking and spectacular views.

Volcano Villarica

Volcano Villarica

Returning from Lago Verde in Huerquehue National Park, Volcano Villarica stands out in the distance.

Lago Verde at Huerquehue

Lago Verde at Huerquehue

The views at Lago Verde provide the perfect setting for a picnic.

Exploring Lago Verde at Huerquehue

Exploring Lago Verde at Huerquehue

Lago Verde is a great spot for a picnic and exploration.

Welcome to Huerquehue National Park

Welcome to Huerquehue National Park

Huerquehue offers well-maintained trails for the casual hiker.

Approaching Huerquehue National Park

Approaching Huerquehue National Park

The paved road turns to gravel as you drive the 20 miles from Pucón to Huerquehue.

Huerquehue National Park, Chile

Huerquehue National Park, Chile

Hiking in Huerquehue National Park offers spectacular views of Lake Tinquilco and the Villarica Volcano.

Susan Ranney

Susan Ranney has been a member since 9 February 2008 and goes by SusanRanney.

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