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Triple K “expedition” (#11 in teaser series: massive inflation in Amritsar + musical bonus)

 

 

Amritsar’s Golden Temple complex is refreshingly non-commercial; even its suitably-huge toilets are free. (and meticulously maintained)

All nearby streets are another matter, entirely; shops abound.

Rents for commercial premises are reportedly among India’s highest,

However, a lot of commercial activity does not benefit landlords – it is “informal”, “al fresco”, conducted on the actual streets.

Many buyers and sellers radiate good cheer.

“Mr Balloon”, however,  took no evident delight in his spectacularly large and colourful wares.

(photo copyright ©️ Doug Spencer, taken a few minutes walk away from the Golden Temple at 9.59 am on 09 May 2024.  A future, multi-image post will celebrate these streets)

Musical bonus

The late great English guitarist John Renbourn (1944-2015) did take evident delight in balloons.

On the self-penned title piece of his 1979 album Renbourn played all the guitars. Tony Roberts played flute:

 

 

 

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