What made my experience unforgettable was not so much the spirituality or the arts as the ordinary life that I observed and became a part of in India. After seeing how simple and pure living can be, I at times feel lost in the complicated way of life here. I long for a cup of chai on the streets, the sound of bells on the cycle-rickshaws, and I miss the cows. Living and traveling in India were not the easiest and most pleasant experiences I've had, but every time I think of India, I find myself smiling, contently.
Students choose to go abroad for many reasons.
Traveling can be an unfulfilling experience if not guided by some structure and purpose. EAP in India was the perfect way to experience a radically different culture while maintaining a sense of purpose and commitment to learning. Having the exposure to India at that age was wonderful.