day 1

Hi everyone!
Our first day in India has definitely been full of adventure! We got into the Hyderabad airport at 4:30 AM after 24 hours in transit. We were tired but ready to take in the amazing sights of our first city in India. After a little bit of time resting at our wonderful hotel, we went back out in our bus, and our tour guide showed us a famous Hyderabad Fort. It was built in the 16th century to protect the city, and still has really complex systems of keeping enemies out and food and water in. We climbed 375 steps to the top in 105 degree weather, which definitely left us pretty piqued. We have outlawed the word h-o-t, and anyone who says the h-word has to give Mr. Youngman 10 rupees.
After the Fort, we went to a museum, where we saw all sorts of Indian artifacts and art, some as old as from the 1st century AD! Then we returned to the hotel to rest before dinner. Dinner was scrumptious, with many courses of sweet and spicy Indian cuisine. Upon returning to the hotel, we practiced our music for tomorrow's concert at the orphanege.
We're happy that our first day went so well and excited for the amazing experiences of the next two weeks!
Peace and love,
The Madrigals in India