So I was in India for the past one month...I visited Goa and Bombay (Mumbai). The weather was a welcome change; it was raining cats and dogs in both cities. I am a bombay lover and I can't imagine staying anywhere else. It's a mad rush, the city. There is absolute chaos on the roads - filled with humans, animals and vehicles. There are lanes filled with street food (vada pav/dosas/pani puris/bhel etc etc). You can find clothes that cost a 100 Rupees (little less than a Rial), ofcourse there is no guarantee how long it will last. But if you're really lucky it will. You can also bargain with the vendors to bring the price down a bit, but I never go below 100 Rupees. It's somewhat embarrassing to go that low :). There are a few "must see" places like the Gateway of India (which I have never been to myself), the famous "Leopold Cafe", "Fashion Street" etc. The city is divided into the "town" and "suburbs". I spent most of my time in the suburbs (you don't get rickshaws once you cross Bandra - you are allowed to take only cabs and they are more expensive.) and somehow I prefer them since I know my way around. The other side is a bit more posh but apart from that I dont really see any difference. Bandra is a popular part of the suburbs and most Bollywood stars reside there. It's a shopping heaven too; a perfect place to spend your day.
I didn't do much in Goa as I had gone for some work. But it is another must see citiy in India. It's laidback and perfect for lazing around at the beach sipping on cold beer.
Well I am back to the office and it's a drag. I miss the holidays. They always seem to pass by so quickly.
