And here's a European I met....

Family group at Shravanabelagola

As a fair-skinned child in India, Bethan is something of an rarity and attracts a huge amount of interest. We're usually OK in Bangalore - there are enough Europeans around us not to appear such an oddity. However, the moment we leave the city she's the centre of attention.

At Belur Temple

The opening approach is usually a pinch on the cheek accompanied by, "Hello Baby!" After this she is often dragged into the centre of a family group and asked to smile for the camera. We have explained to her that she doesn't have to have her photograph taken if she doesn't want to. She complains that it can get a bit boring but she really doesn't want to disappoint anyone. We are a little concerned that, when she returns to England she will be rushing around asking family groups if they'd like her in their picture!

With the children

Posing for serious photographers!