Spice Farm

         The group also visited a popular and well known spice farm called the Sahakari spice farm. The farm was over 300 acres big, and housed a variety of spices and plants we know today. Upon arrival, we were welcomed with an Indian traditional Aarti. The Aarti is a traditional welcome dance that was performed by  a group of young girls. Following the dance, we were served welcome drinks. The people of the Sahakari spice farm are very welcoming!.
         We were given a tour of a small percentage of the farm since it was too big to give a full tour. We were shown different plants and the contributions they make to the food we eat today. During the tour we encountered one of the farm's tree climbers.The tree climbers for the farm climb the highest trees to pick the fruits that they grow. Members of the group were also given a chance to try to climb the trees. I, fortunately was able to "attempt" to climb the tree and it was one of the greatest experiences of my life.
     The farm also housed a family of elephants; a mother, father, and daughter elephant. We got the chance to ride on the elephants and also feed them. I was able learn some fun facts about elephants like, they are the 2nd longest living animals in the world.