Maybe I was a bit harsh on Delhi. It's actually quite nice, it's got more amazing historic tombs and temples than any other city anywhere, so sightseeing here is quite fun.
My problem now is this: I think I actually don't like good shops anymore. Everything in Delhi is so easy. Today I went to get a pair of trousers made. I can't pick them up tomorow so they are dropping them off at the hostel this evening. I paid half in the shop and I pay half when I get them. The man spoke perfect English. I guess having everthing turned into a mission keeps you entertained, but it's not a mission anymore. Aah! First taste of something I might miss back at home. Bit disturbing.
So yes, the problem is mine, not New Delhi's.
Today I have been focussing all my attention on trying to learn Hindi.
bohout doodh hai. aacha. :)
1 comment:
Hi Tom!
I love surfing the web, and have put google alerts (read extracts of related stuff on web) for some interesting and lovable keywords, and 'INDIA' happens to be one naturally :-)
And, then one of the alerts that I received today morning had one of the entries clicking on which I landed your blog. Interesting and light hearted it is I must say. Have often broke into laughter reading the stuff theerin (like your honeymoon offer, Police post in Rajasthan, Your slipping from computer chair, etc. etc.)
Wishing you a nice stay here. BTW, from the little stuff that I've read as of now, it seems you are on some kind of assignment/ project. Is it so? Well, all I can say is you can mail me in case you require any info anytime while in India. I belong to Shimla and am putting up in Delhi for last decade. Majority of Indians after all believe in helping out the guests (ATITHI DEVO BHAVAH.. u might have heard sometime!)
Bye4now. Keep blogging and I'll be reading your experiences here in India with a big smile on my face.
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