Travel & Places

Lost in the Medina and Glad About It

A traveller gets lost in an old city and discovers unexpected kindness and hidden places.

B29 min

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1On my second afternoon in the old city, I confidently ignored the map.

2Within ten minutes, every narrow alley looked exactly the same as the one before it.

3Instead of panicking, I decided to treat the situation as an adventure.

4A shopkeeper noticed my confusion and offered me a glass of mint tea.

5While we drank, he drew a simple route back to my hotel.

6On the way, I discovered a tiny courtyard full of orange trees.

7An elderly woman was selling bread that smelled of honey and sesame.

8I bought two warm loaves, and she kindly refused to accept any payment.

9Later, I learned that none of the guidebooks ever mention this hidden square.

10Getting lost had shown me more of the city than any tour could.

11Since that day, I always leave one unplanned afternoon in every trip.

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