Waiting for the train that never comes...
September 14th 2006 We ended up staying for 5 days in Varanasi. The Hotel Alka on the banks of the Ganges was a little oasis away from the hubbub of the alleyways and ghats. There was something tranquil about watching the hazy pink sunsets by the river, while boats went gently past. It really was a perfect spot.
Varanasi was definitely a highlight of my trip so far - not just for the religious interest, but also t
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