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To the left of the main door you notice three symbols engraved in the speckled blue stone: a bed, a horse and a loaf of bread. You recognize their significance, for you have seen similar markings on hostels and monasteries during your travels in the east. By displaying these symbols the monks of this temple offer travellers a meal, stabling for their horses, and a bed for the night.

If you wish to take advantage of this offer, turn to 78.

If you choose not to stay here overnight, you can investigate the watchtower by turning to 14.

Text copyright © 1987 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1987 Gary Chalk.