That's a good story and example of how a little knowledge and understanding of what might be over the fence or other side of the hill can lead to better decisions. Of course, sometimes we don't get that chance, however you did and you benefitted from it.
I cringed when I read the, "forced the students to do religious prayers and they woke them up very early in the morning"...It makes me wonder what else might have been done to the students. It seems you dodged a bullet.
Certainly, I feel very sorry for the students who go there without having that chance. Some families also send their children there for religious worship. Everything should be done freely, not under pressure.
Yeah, I agree but with sometimes with religion people tlget a little overexcited and push a bit too hard. It's been that way for a long time. At least you managed to avoid it.