Delhi

After a long couple of flights, we arrived in Delhi at about midnight two nights ago. It only takes about a minute from the time you leave the customs area at the airport before you are thrown into the world of India.

And what a world it is. For a first time visitor to India, Delhi is an absolute full-on assault on the senses. Just walking a few blocks outside our guesthouse provides an array of sights and smells that are completely new to me. The density of people, cars, rickshaws, cows, buildings, trash, etc. is probably the most intense element. Since we're staying in a touristy area of a big city, touts constantly approach offering rides or something for sale, or some shady offer in order to steer you into their travel agency or other business. Its a bit overwhelming at first, but I'm sure we'll settle into the groove soon.

After a few days in Delhi, our plan is to take an overnight train to a desert city called Udaipur. Its on a lake and supposed to be totally enchanting.