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Sept. 16,  2007
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Behind the fort are the ruins of the original city. It was really weird back here. As soon as we walked through the back gate, it got quiet. Three were no car horns, whistles or people. It was the most quiet moment I've had since getting here. Instantly I felt at peace and comfortable. I wanted to sit down and stay a while, but the guide didn't seem much interested in that. 


The spire marks the resting spot of Akbars favorite elephant.


This was the elephant gate. It used to be big enough to allow elephants to pass, but I was told the British filled it in for some reason - at least I think that's what I was told.

 
This is a common sight while driving on Indian roads. In India they drive on the left, so we're in the correct lane. The truck coming at us is passing what looks like a stopped vehicle in his lane. So far I haven't had any moments where I thought we were going to die, but there's been one or two moments I would rather have avoided. Luckily the cars and trucks don't go very fast over here, but it's still stressful manage all the chaos on the roads. 


A motocycle/moped repair shop along the road. Again cleaner and nicer then most.


A woman carrying a pot on her head. There were a lot of people walking the highway with bundles of sticks on their heads, but we were moving too fast to take their pictures.


A fruit stand alongside the road. 

 
Just some more roadside vendors.


And another bike. This one fully loaded.


When I got back to my hotel I saw this.  It's a monkey. It's dark, but I figured it was worth a picture. He was just climbig around. Could you imagine opening your curtains and seeing this guy hanging outside your own window?


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