Daily Archives: February 28, 2012

Day 33: Begusarai

Posted on February 28, 2012 by admin

The backstory of this city is like a subplot from Godfather II. Begusarai is a former stronghold for the Communist party in this region, being known as the ‘Leningrad of Bihir’. Politics has always been difficult, with many of its … Continue reading →

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Following the rivers

Posted on February 28, 2012 by admin

In order to get across this section of India, I find myself meeting rivers today. I left Gorakhpur just before nine this morning, having had an early breakfast that included Pyaz Paratha and a masala chai. At home I usually … Continue reading →

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