THE BEST VACATION

I have always liked travelling. Maybe the word “like” is not enough for my passion. Everyday, before I sleep, I dream of exotic places that I have never been to. Lately, I’ve been dreaming of a new place: India. I have a special interest for this place. Of course I have many reasons for wanting to go there; India is a very popular place for tourists, however what I feel for this place is more like an obsession. I do not want to die before I see India.

Think of a place that hasn’t got anything familiar. It would be so fun to be continuously in a learning process. This whole new culture makes India so attractive for me. First of all, the cuisine is really sophisticated. Once when I was in London, I went to an Indian restaurant. The food was really spicy but delicious. I remember I was really surprised seeing people eating with their hands, but I tried it, and it was fun. They also have traditions, such as eating with the left hand is considered to be rude. Moreover, life in India is so colourful -I mean literally colourful. Colour is a part of their culture: dresses, houses… I know I have an artist in me, so India is a treasure island for me, there are lots of things to make art from. I know exactly what I will do. I will take my backpack, sketchbook and camera, get on the train and travel all around the country. I will meet new people everyday.

Another reason I want to go to India is that I have friends living there. Last year when I was in London, I met Aalia whose family is still living in India, Agra. When we were in England she invited me to their family home which she visits every year. She promised me to take me around and show me how everything works. She also said we could meet her friends and even more, we could go to Bollywood unless it is the rainy season. I would love to see a Bollywood movie.

To conclude, India will be my first choice while deciding where to go for my summer holiday this year. It would be the adventure of my life. I am looking forward to seeing this marvellous country and I want to finish my essay with an Indian word which means ‘goodbye’. Namaste.

Gusef Bage
11Science B