Have you ever felt the
irresistible pull of wanderlust, that undeniable urge to explore the uncharted
territories? I certainly have, and recently, I had the privilege of setting
foot in a place I had never been before – Samtse. Upon the kind invitation of the President of
Samtse College, I had the opportunity to visit Samtse.
Stepping off the car onto
unfamiliar soil was an exhilarating moment. The air carried a different scent,
and the sights and sounds were entirely foreign to me. As I navigated my way
through the winding roads towards Samtse, a sense of excitement mingled with
curiosity and a dash of apprehension. What would this new place have in store
for me?The first few hours in Samtse were
a whirlwind of sensory overload. The southern architecture was a fascinating
blend of old and new buildings, creating a unique skyline that beckoned me to
explore. The not so bustling streets, awash with a kaleidoscope of colors and
noises is the usual way greeting northerners like me.
As I entered the college gate, I
took a picture and made a story update. This was seen by my childhood friend
Selden and my college mate Pem Deki. This was how a dinner with these beautiful ladies ensued.
I have a friend named Purna, now undergoing
his Masters studies in Samtse, let me borrow his bran new slippers for four
days as I had forgotten to pack mine due to the wanderlust excitement.
My stay in the college took me
back to my university after seeing the speck and immaculate Library of Samtse
College. How I wished to do some research using the actual crackle of the pages
in the library instead of the internet and how I wished to reflect and soul-search
in the meditation room.
The laughter with new friends,
the unexpected adventures, learning on Aussie[i]
cultures– these are the moments that stay etched in my heart. Travel memories
have a unique power; they have the ability to transport you back in time and
evoke emotions like no other.
Each new place you visit adds a
layer to your identity, making you more open-minded, adaptable, and empathetic.
This is what I have learned from this trip to Samtse.
Thank you, Dr. Rinchen, Dr.
Sonam, Professor Vicky, Sangay, Pema and finally Acho Zangla for being with me
in my short but fulfilling tryst with Samtse.
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There were 10 Aussies on student exchange programme
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