Im writing this as the islamic call to prayer is sounding throughout the city. Forgot to mention before that this happends 4 times a day here, as is usual in the islamic world. Hyderabad was originally an islamic city, but was dominated by Hindus for centuries. As I understand, islam has started to gain popularity here again in the past few years. Both men and women dressed in islamic traditional clothing are quite a common sight in here, but Tom sais that this was not so when he first came here.
Anyways, the scooter broke today so I will not be able to practice for a few days. Kind of sad, because I think I was already getting the hang of it.
I visited the national park that is nearby. I arrived at the gate at around 2, only to be told that the ticket clerk would arrive at 4. I spent the two hours thinking and reading and they passed fairly quickly.
The park itself was amazing. Despite being in the middle of a city, it really felt like being in the wild. Made me realise just how much I really need nature, as just walking around there made me feel balanced and serene, being a semi-religious experience. Has happened before - in China, Cologne and Australia, and in parks in all cases. There is clearly a pattern :)
My general conclusion for today:
(and I thank K. for reminding me that song existed about a year ago)
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