so i just tapped your shoulder
and i managed a sincere smile
i didn't want to hurt us both
so i just said, "goodbye".

Monday, March 12, 2007

Amazing India

Waiting for autorickshawIt has been quite a while since I updated my blog. I am currently in India so I thought it would be appropriate to post pictures of the place.

India is hodgepodge of culture and ethnic diversity. From people to food to language to religion - name it India has lots of it!

Facade of the Bangalore Museum

Thumbs up:Cubbon Park

1. The food - I couldn't get enough of spicy dishes
2. The color - look around and you will see a dazzling array of vivid colors in sarees, buildings, etc.
3. The fusion of modern culture and old traditions - India has truly preserved its unmistakable identity

I asked for purified water to be delivered to my apartment - here's what I got

Thumbs down:

1. Autorickshaw drivers who charge more than the meter
2. Loose hygienic practices in food preparation
3. Drivers from hell and the incessant blowing of horns