I've always fancied staying on a huge, sprawling campus. To me, it feels like a world in itself, somewhat cut-off from the rest. That part of it appeals to me for some unknown reason. Unfortunately, I never had the privilege to. Graduation college was okay, but post grad college was disappointing. Had I seen it before applying, I would've definitely reconsidered. It was beautiful, though.
Coming back to the point, this post is not to crib about what I've missed, but to appreciate what I'm experiencing right now. I'm staying on IIT campus for a project, and I'm loving it. It's been two days, and I'm looking ahead to exploring the vast expanse. I like the striking contrast of crudeness and sophistication that the campus has to offer. Buildings with modern infrastructure scattered in an area with desert-like vegetation, peacocks wandering on the roads inhabited by motor vehicles, new-design manually driven rickshaws - all this has the charm of a different world for me.
My room is no less than a heat chamber. Hats off to those who stay in those rooms for four years! Coolers are not an option, considering IIT's issues with water and electricity. But to make up for this are the late-night walks with a few friends I have made there. Even Delhi heat cannot sap the energy that I feel within me, because of the environment. To me, it means peace and solace.
Hoping that this stint energizes me creatively as well!
2 comments:
People are often skeptic about the view that the 'Architecture' of a place stimulates creativity and energy. I think it is true. Certain DU colleges and the IIMz for example, have unique architecture & unique cultural identity that fits together. Its cool that u r gonna experience a part of it ! :)
It totally does! Yesterday, I was sitting by the side walk when a dog just walked upto me with that "I need a hug" look. For the next fifteen minutes, we were having a silent conversation with me stroking its back and it lying about my feet :)
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