Some people say that Sri Lanka is a simplified version of India or a first step towards experiencing India.
I disagree.
Completely disagree.
There's a kind of hunger that only "grandmas " can sense, and it seems "grandmas " all over the world have this amazing ability.
On my last day in Malaysia, after leaving the Petronas Twin Towers with a pack of coconut rice that I bought at the station, I returned to Merdeka Square, where I had first arrived after getting off the plane.
I arrived at the airport two hours early, prepared to catch a morning domestic flight to Easter Island. With plenty of time to spare, I leisurely enjoyed breakfast and then proceeded to customs at a relaxed pace. At the gate, not only was I asked to fill out an entry form, but I also found myself in a queue that seemed to move at the typical pace of international flights.
Before going to India, my friend and I received a lot of information and advice from various sources, which made us more cautious. During our trip to India, we encountered many surprising things and faced unforeseen challenges. However, these experiences made us appreciate the kindness of others even more.
Is it safe for a girl to wait alone for a night train in India? Based on my three experiences, I would say, " It's relatively safe."
Getting lost in India for three hours gave me a deeper understanding of the wealth inequality in the country.
On my first train journey in India, I traveled from Kochi to Goa, a trip that took over 15 hours in total. It made me realize that being born in Taiwan, an island nation, comes with its own convenience.
On the way to Berlin, my friend asked, "Do you know what food you should try in Berlin? The delicious Vietnamese pho!" I understood that she wasn't just talking about Vietnamese pho, but was highlighting that Berlin offers a variety of delicious international cuisines to try.
The sudden change of the program, which is rarely encountered in Taiwan, was quite an eye-opener for me.
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