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#1: Linda Martin (ilovethispuzzle123) on Dec 21, 2010

The monkey pictured is a rhesus macaque, one of many who live on the grounds of the Taj Mahal. Hindus consider the primates sacred. In the ancient Sanskrit epic the Ramayana, the monkey god Hanuman symbolizes wisdom, devotion, righteousness and strength. Many people, however, consider the monkeys pests. They are known to steal anything that isn't nailed down: eyeglasses, cell phones, food, purses, you name it. There are even stories of marauding monkeys storming office buildings and trashing file cabinets - in one such case secret documents were tossed about. Some tourists who visit the Taj Mahal purchase sticks from local vendors. Shaking or waving a stick at an approaching monkey usually keeps him at bay. I think I'd try a softer approach and offer the monkey a piece of bread or fruit. Just remember to keep your valuables safely tucked away!

really nice. :)

What a story - and what a puzzle!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for your entry and your story, way good!

Oh my gosh, what an awesome puzzle! The pleasure of watching this image unfold was a delight. I could hardly wait to read the story that goes with it. Totally entertaining on all levels.

thank you very much, everyone. i really appreciate your comments :-) i was totally fascinated reading about the monkey "problem" that exists across India. recently, New Delhi has brought in black-faced langurs to drive the macaques away. the langurs are a much larger monkey, and more threatening, and macaques won't mess with them, however some people predict that both species will eventually form a symbiotic relationship and bring about an even BIGGER monkey problem...

Great puzzle and a great story as well!

very nice
also what a great lesson to learn

thank you susan and bugaboo :-)

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thank you, liz! (rapscallions - i love it :-) )

thanks for your entry, linda... you should be a tour guide :)

thank YOU, tom! i have to get over my fear of flying first..... :-)

what a wonderful picture! i had lots of fun solving it

thank you, al :-)

Un magnífico puzzle, y una curiosa historia.

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