Ahmedabad Part II

Day 106 & 107.

Arriving back in Ahmedabad we were hosted by Karen at his flat just outside of the city, being on the 12th floor we got some great views of the area we hadn't seen before and plenty of time to relax on the terrace. Most modern host to date - we even had a hot shower, absolute luxury these days, we did not fail to capitalise on this one bit.

It was a short stay but this visit really reinforced how kind the people of this city are. From always stopping in the street for a friendly chat, giving up their bus seats so we can sit down or just constantly smiling really made us feel welcome here. Once you break the initial stares with a smile literally everybody just wants to be friends and its made it much harder to leave here!

As it was our final visit we made sure not to miss the key sights we had left, exploring the famous flower market at sunrise and dining at the Manek Chowk food court come dusk. As we were running late for our bus we didn't get time to try the Pinapple cheese ice cream bread sandwhich sadly, however I think it might have been for the best.

You know you've really adjusted to the street food here when you order a morning Samosoa mid walking tour and happily nod away as the vendor ploughs his fingers (all four and thumb mind) right through the middle just to mush it up enough to get the chutney in every corner of that bad boy. I was not going to be put off however and thoroughly enjoyed each and every bite.

Off to Jaisalmer tonight so it's back on that bus for an 11 hour journey, hoping for a quiet one (which typically involves ellie's bladder holding up), fingers crossed.

Also bought a cracking Indian shirt. Ellie thinks I look the part.Read more