Exploring in Delhi

Had a wonderful Indian breakfast in the hotel with parathas and curry and then went exploring.  Below are some pictures from that expedition.

So much of what I had heard about India from others prepared me for a culture shock of poverty and dirt and masses of people. But there is a surprising orderliness and even cleanliness of a kind about downtown Delhi. Of course its a developing country so all the dirt and masses of people are there.  But, if you can get over the mad scramble of half finished buildings, broken sidewalks and beggars, there is wonderful energy about the place that is invigorating and fun. People are truly friendly, even when they are trying to scam you, maybe especially then. There is a service mentality at this hotel that would put Toronto and a few European capitals I can think of to shame.  Despite that, I am very conscious of my status as tourist and observer.  This can be a  heartless place if you are not lucky with status and family and connections and it would be a disservice to Delhi if i were to view it all through a rose coloured lens.