The train journey from Khandwa to Bhusawal took about an hour and a half, and passed kilometre after kilometre through banana plantations. The sleeper class was packed full, and we only managed to sit on our bags outside the lavatory doors (the train was heading to Bangalore in the south; a 24 hour journey). The people you meet, and see on the train, especially in this type of 'budget' fare are unforgettable. The ticket controller doesn't even enter these wagons. There are peanut sellers, banana sellers, one legged woman begging for money, sweet sellers, ice cream sellers, collections for relgious fanatics, blind sellers of baby toys. You name it, and they'll be on the train. I guess the only thing not for sale is a fridge, but a 5 rupee packet of peanuts, and 3 bananas was purchased.
On arrival at Bhuswal decided to treat ourselves to a 60 kilometre rickshaw ride to Ajanta
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