Perspective
You decide. Varanasi is one of the holiest Indian cities. Pilgrims come to die here, bathe in the mysterious waters of the Ganges and do the laundry. To many, it's an important rite and the mighty Ganga is a force to be reckoned with.
For others, the Ganges represents all that is unholy about India. 100mL of the river hold 150 million fecal chloriform bacteria. Safe water is regarded as 500 or less in the same amount.
For me, I saw both aspects. India has been an incredible experience. The dedication to Hinduism is astounding and the people have been incredible. The temples, palaces and forts were equally awe-inspiring. The poverty and filth, however, are undeniable. At every turn, we were confronted head-on with India. Which, I suppose, is what turns people on to it as well as off from it.
As I mentioned earlier, India is an assault on the senses. The sights, sounds, smells and ideas behind all of those do nothing short of amaze every day. My time in India was short, but the memories of the trip will take lifetimes to fade away.
Which, as I've learned here, I may have! :)
Much love to all,
jc
ps. Now it's off to Koh Phi Phi in Thailand for a short week of deprogramming.
For others, the Ganges represents all that is unholy about India. 100mL of the river hold 150 million fecal chloriform bacteria. Safe water is regarded as 500 or less in the same amount.
For me, I saw both aspects. India has been an incredible experience. The dedication to Hinduism is astounding and the people have been incredible. The temples, palaces and forts were equally awe-inspiring. The poverty and filth, however, are undeniable. At every turn, we were confronted head-on with India. Which, I suppose, is what turns people on to it as well as off from it.
As I mentioned earlier, India is an assault on the senses. The sights, sounds, smells and ideas behind all of those do nothing short of amaze every day. My time in India was short, but the memories of the trip will take lifetimes to fade away.
Which, as I've learned here, I may have! :)
Much love to all,
jc
ps. Now it's off to Koh Phi Phi in Thailand for a short week of deprogramming.
posted by jc at 8:16 AM
3 Comments:
hey...i know your cousin. brianne. she told me to look you up, because i am currently staying in korea. so...hi. ^^ you do look an awful lot like rider strong.
Hey dude,
Sounds like you had an amazing trip. I liked reading all about it. "An Assault on the Senses"....nice. I like.
R
oh, i also meant to leave my email address, and then i forgot. ha! silly. dangerosive@hotmail.com send an email if you want!
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