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Out of Body Experience in Kolkata

Traversering Kolkata, Sirensongs experiences feeling transient, detached, a

… psychedelic experience [of sorts] in Howrah Station itself. No drugs necessary - just immerse yourself in the crowds whirling about you. I became disoriented, though I was standing in one place. Finally I had to sit down on a wooden bench and just gaze at the glowing-green, shifting electronic timetables. The Bengali script started to fuse with the English and Hindi and I really didn’t see individuals anymore, just forms of energy.

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sirensongs
Aug 13th, 2008 at 1:54 am | #

Thanks for the link, Jen! :-) Though Calcutta/Kolkata is “very intense” for westerners, it’s one of my fave cities and an essential visit for those who fancy they will get a glimpse of “real India” (whatever that is these days).

Jennifer
Aug 13th, 2008 at 7:22 pm | #

I am glad you found this link, Sirensongs! Wish I could be in your suitcase :) or back pack!!