First Day Is Over

I tried to get some sleep in the late afternoon, but it didn't happen. I went for a walk instead and took a couple of photos. I can't post them at the moment, because I have no wireless access to my mobile, but I'll let you know when they are online. The stereotype about cows walking all over has been proven to fit Vrindavan at least. It's unfortunately also true that the streets are literally covered with shit and trash. But more about that another time perhaps...

Monkeys
The town and our ashram is full of monkeys. They look really nice, but they aren't. Two people got bitten and attacked in our ashram only. Luckily the living quarters, the temple and office are behind a wire netting and doors you always need to close. Especially the little ones look very cute though.

Dinner
One last thing before I go to bed. I had dinner about 40 minutes ago and that was an experience. We always eat in the temple on the floor. Food is served from big buckets and eaten out of tin plates. I tried to find a spoon yesterday, but the office was already closed. I managed just fine with my fingers, but eating a stew of potatoes and vegetables with just fingers is not that easy. A good thing there was some thin wheat breads served with the meal. It wasn't the tastiest Indian cuisine I've had, but it will keep the hunger away for sure.

That"s it! I've survived my first day in India.