So it was after dark when we arrived in Gangtok. It was nothing like I expected. I expected a small town, that wasnt too commericalized. It was a major shock, arriving in a town where the streets are lined with hotels!! The town is ver;y popular with Bengali people trying to escape the heat. Kat and I did not prebook any accomodations, as we expected to just go to a hotel in the guide book and stay there. So once we got off at the jeep stand, we were dazed and confused (or at least me :p ) The two monks (Karma, and I don't know the name of the other... was pretty carsick lol) phoned our expected accomodation for us, and after a long round about way, we ended up staying at the home of Karma's sister. Karma's family treats us very nicely. He and his sister (Namgim) took us on a whirlwind tour of Gangtok and surrounding areas yesterday. We visited multiple monasteries, the waterfall, and all around Gangtok. Since it is tourist season, taxis can be hard to come by, so coming back from one of the destinations, we hitched a ride with a dumptruck playing loud Hindi music. It was truly an experience. Last night we stayed at their family's house, out in the village. It is very pretty out there, very green around. Today we visited Rumtek Monastery, where we met some of Karma's friends. It is pretty cool, getting the behind the scenes tour whereever we go! Anyhow, must sign off. Will be going to eat soon, and everyone is waiting. Are staying 1 more night in Gangtok, and tomorrow will go to Pelling. Deekie, (Karma's older sister) has arranged for somewhere to stay for us (very busy there too)
internet cafe is closing!!
till later...
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Glad you made it safely! That train + jeep ride must have been pretty intense n long =S
Sounds like you're having fun! I can't wait to see pics~
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