India

I have always thought that India seemed like such a beautiful and colorful place, rich with culture.  On my leave of six months to this country, I would bring enough money to get me through the first few months and very little clothing, as I would really like to acquire most of what I need, such as clothing, food, etc. while I'm there.  I want to live the way the people of India live.  And because I know absolutely nothing about the culture as of now, I would really want to read up and study books about the people, language, food, animals, ceremonies, etc. to get a basic understanding of this way of life.  I would need somewhere to stay, but I wouldn't want to stay in a hotel.  I would probably just wing it and hope I met someone kind enough to share their home.  Or I could bring a tent and just live that way until I found a more stable living situation.  So in that case, I would also bring a very warm blanket and a pillow or two.  I should probably bring some sunblock, too.  And bug spray.  Just in case.  Also, I would need a map.  

To sustain myself while here, I would bring my camera and tons of film.  I would want to document every moment spent in this beautiful country.  I would also bring paints and canvas because I have a feeling I would be very easily inspired while in India.  If it's allowed, I would also bring my mother on this adventure with me because I know that she would enjoy learning about and studying this culture just as much as I would.  I would bring a journal and stamps to record my experiences and to write to friends and family.  I would bring many, many books and I would bring my guitar and music with me, as well.  

I do think that my likes would be translatable in this country because the majority of what I like has to do with different forms of art and art has a very universal allure and importance.