We predict Shimla will be overtaken by monkeys soon. On our visit to the local temple on Jakhoo hill (2455m), dedicated to Bhagwan Hanuman, we felt confident we could deal with this monkey business (ahhh, they’re so cute). On the way we saw signs “Sticks for Rent, Only 10 Rupees”. We decided to save our money and bypass the sticks, what harm can a cute little monkey do.
Jon didn’t even see her coming as she jumped from behind to snatch his glasses. A mom with her baby, no less. We were forewarned just before about the monkey thieves so Jon had a firm hold on his glasses and was lucky enough to save them from getting pinched. He did walk away with a nice scratch down the right side of his face. Purchased a stick after that, for the way down and gained a whole new respect for monkeys and the monkey god.
Ahhh, so cute.