Varanasi, India

During my time in Varanasi, I became fully engaged in the culture of Varanasi. I lived with a local roommate in a flat and was able to explore the city with him. I learned how to bargain for fruits and vegetables from local sellers and how to then prepare and cook them into a meal. We also made many trips to the Ganga where we saw and took part in many of the traditions that the locals practiced. The program itself was quite engaging and encouraged involvement and exploring in the community. As a group, we visited many temples and met with local experts to learn more about the history of this important religious city. There was always something to learn and keep you busy!