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Lots of small businesses in every village and cities in India.

More small businesses along the street

Which direction is in a straight line?

If you do not work you do not eat and care for your family.

The tractor is even decorated for the holiday.

Betel Leaves are used for chewing, as a medicine, and in cooking.

Betel leaves are chewed with areca nut and lime, and sometimes tobacco. It's used to freshen breath, stimulate the body, and aid digestion. The juice is used to treat eye problems, sore throats, and coughs.

Dennis is explaining all the uses for the Betel product. Betel leaf oil is used as an antiseptic and to treat respiratory problems. Betel leaf extracts are used to treat skin allergies and diarrhea. Betel leaves are used to add flavor and aroma to dishes. Betel leaves are sometimes cooked and added to vegetable soups. I would say you cannot live without it if you live in India.

We had to take off our shoes and walk barefoot for 2 hours throughout the temple inside and out. We left our cameras and items in this store for safe keeping. We later returned and shopped. It was a beautiful craft and carpet store.

In the distance is the Meenakshi Amman Temple, considered one of the most beautiful temples in all of India No cameras are allowed inside the Temple. It is made up of 14 towers with thousands of sculptures depicting animals, gods, and demons.

Apples displayed for sale along the street market

Banana Leaves to eat off of

The street activity

Motorcycle parking and fresh fruits for sale in the market area

Two legged U haul delivery in traffic barefoot on the street.

Motorcycle SUV with a family riding. Only the driver needs a helmet.

Typical traffic in Madurai and most parts of India.

Passenger view from inside an "Auto" 3 wheel cart in traffic.

Bicycle delivery cart in street traffic

Inside Thirumalai Nayak Palace built in built in 1636 by the ruler whose name it bears. The Palace is famous for the stuccowork on its domes and impressive arches.

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