We get a surprise when we get off of the bus, we aren't the only white people today. There are a lot of school kids visiting the site today. Tina gives us 15 minutes to start off with. Me and Robert head off to explore. Its absolutely amazing. It is an example of Indo-Islamic Architecture, and is the tallest brick minaret in the world (72.5 meters). It is comprised of red sandstone, intricate carvings and quotes from the Qur'an.
After the 15 minutes we head back to the main entrance to meet one of tina's old professors, and flat mate. He speaks with us for a while and then leads us around the complex. The size, scale and detail of everything is breathtaking. I can't imaging trying to build a structure of this magnitude without the technology of today.
We get swarmed by a huge group of school girls. After they finally disperse Tina's professor says "now you know how it feels to be a celebrity" - i feel bad for celebrities.
After walking around on our own for a while longer its time to head to lunch. We end up at this really upscale restaurant. It's got to be the best Indian food that Ive had so far. Today is Anna's birthday (the big 21) they bring out cake.
After lunch we head to Humayan's Tomb. Another example of the symmetry explored in architecture, the use of scale, and the incorporation of water in their design. I really don't like our guide he continually yells at us for taking pictures, and he doesn't seem to know what he's talking about. Ancient Indians must have been massive, the rise of their stairs are extreme.
I end up walking around the tomb alone, just taking it in. I eventually meet Megan and Anna. They are watching a young boy work, or we aren't really sure if hes working he basically just moves a water hose from one spot to another, creating a huge puddle of water.
Once we make it around the entire place we meet with the rest of the group. Tina shows us a game she used to play as a child. Who can knock the opponents stamen off first. Its invigorating..
Tonight we are getting the opportunity to see a live performance of some Indian music, but before that we eat at this place called the "American Diner." It's the worst imitation of American food I've ever ate, I wonder if this is how Indian's feel when they come to America and eat Indian food.It's international woman's day, this is what the performance is for. The first performer is really good, but we are all so exhausted from the day that we can't make it through the second more traditional performer.
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