Hey, Aladdin, you forgot this...!

   

welcome, my child, welcome!

     Religion, they say, is the biggest lie in the world. To an extent, i agree (to a great extent, in fact). However, there is a reason why people don't go about shouting this in the erars of the devout. For one, they will either beat him/her up or will simply stop listening. Secondly, who will the poor devout turn to, when they need somebody to talk to?
   

     This is a temple in one of the tribal villages where i have, on many occasions, seeked refuge on that tiny stone projection. Its nothing religious, but the place has some element of peace to it. At the same time, the shiny ribbons and the colourful flags make it look extremely friendly and welcoming. Its almost like having a friend. And that is what the devout need, too, right?