Kill The Spider Graphics
7 years ago
21 November 2008
Close.
Yesterday there was a bhand. It literally translates to close. Like you close the door. It shut down the city. It was essentially a strike. There was no traffic, no stores, restaurants, or businesses open. They were protesting the killing of two young Nepali men whose bodies were found a few days ago. They were killed a month ago. They shut down the streets in hopes that someone will listen to them and investigate the murders. They are thought to be political murders. I watched them march through the streets from an upstairs restaurant. One that did stay open. When they saw the white faces looking through the windows, they didn't bother us. Its a weird feeling. I don't feel unsafe because I am a tourist. They respect us and depend on us. They like us. But its still a weird feeling.
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That is interesting. Its sad that those poor fellows murders aren't being properly investigated.
It is nice how in that part of the world they seem to hold a lot of respect for tourists. Are the people very friendly in Nepal?
Hey Paul, it's mike n. Sounds like you've had a bit of a culture shock. I aleays liked the people and the food. Hang in there. We are praying for you. Say hello to Stephen, Serena, Roland and his daughter. The mask is probably a good idea.
The people are extremely nice. Very helpful. Although I must look mean, cause they don't smile at me that much. And I've heard they smile a lot.
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