Holiday...

It sort of feels stupid when you get back to typing things after a month, but it was something that i couldn't help much...my PC getting busted and a month-long series of examinations were the chief culprits responsible for this huge a gap. The best solution to all that crap was getting out of it, and I did the very same as soon as my exams got over...ran off to The Andamans. For folks who don't know what they are, they're a beautiful group of islands off the western coast of the country; picturesque beaches and islands and to top it all, an absolutely tension-free tropical climate!

The place was so damn good, despite my horrible cold I was able to enjoy it thoroughly. The Andaman & Nicobar Islands, as they're known officially are classified as a Union Territory. The capital Port Blair is the most populated place. A large faction of the populace comprises of Tamilians and Bengalis; I'm not sure of the exact distribution, but every second buy you meet is a Bengali and the guy after him is a Tamilian. There are a total of 570 islands of which only about 40 or so are inhabited. The islands are inhabited by different groups; the Shompen, Onge, Jarawa, and the Sentinelese. These tribes are almost on the brink of the extinction(especially the Onge who number about 97 only), but the're preserved thanks to the govt.'s initiatives.

I cannot write much about the history or about the above mentioned tribes because that wouldn't be the best way to respect either. To talk of the beauty around that area, the islands are a must see; at least once in your life...the place draws huge crowds of all kinds, honeymooners, families, foreigners...everyone. The white sand, blue sky and green waters are a wonderful treat for the eyes and the tropical climate is pretty refreshing... I think, more than my words, the picture could throw some light on what I'm trying to convey...

This Tropical Retreat was followed by witnessing The Great South Indian Wedding.....which involves usage of a 'military bugle' and 'military drums' for the entertainment purpose..I can assure you, that's loud enough to wake up the dead! Now back home, the college here's doing the best it can...expect frequent posts...ciao!