Back in Old Delhi, we passed by small shops lining the street. A tangled mess of wires left us wondering how safe this antiquated phone/electrical system really was. Hungry, we settled on a rather uninspiring lunch. We then visited the Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum, housed in her former residence. The extremely informative exhibit comprising of newspaper clippings, personal belongings, letters, photos, and explanations enlightened us to the commitment her family had towards India and the incredible hardships they all faced, including multiple assassinations and imprisonment. Outside the house was a path covered in crystal, including a very touching clear glass portion marking the spot where she collapsed when shot by a Sikh bodyguard. We left there, moved and in reverence. With some time to spare, our driver took us to the India Gate and nearby Secretariat buildings.
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