I came to a small city in the early evening, was a little tired. Though the route today was mostly in a wide steppe and it would have been easy to camp, I tried to check in a hotel, thinking of leaving the city immediately if I were refused again. No worries and no problem. I was accepted easily, got shower and relaxed on bed.
I went for a walk in the evening. Many citizens were out for a walk, chat, eating in open air restaurant, etc. Kids were playing around on street. Ethnic music was played cheerfully in a muslim restaurant. Though it was a small city where there was nothing particular to see, I felt cozy and had fun.