Old city of Delhi

Yesterday I took an metro to the old city of Delhi. This is an adventure on its own. Queues are formed carefully before the train arrives. Then, when it stops, everybody wants to go in at the same time. Nobody cares that people have to go out as well, it’s like to tidal waves clashing right in front of you. The only way to overcome is to just let the mass take you.

In old Delhi I visited the red fort and the biggest mosque in Asia. But what I liked most was wonder through the litle dark and busy streets after sunset. To me this is where the Monochrom comes to life in the best way. During the day, dust in the air and the high light, make for somewhat dull photos. After dark, contrasts are high and street live is at its peak. As the camera has no problem with high ISO, it’s a joy to work with.

Back at my hotel room, I started working on the photos and just as I was planning to go to sleep a wedding started to party, right underneath my window. I should have known as I had seen the marching band earlier that evening… but I didn’t know they would choose my little street, of the main road, to have a party… So I guess it will take another night to get rid of my jet-lag.

Of course by now you know where you can find some more pictures ;-)