An epic driving journey through the Indian heartland. A journey that encompassed mighty forts, forgotten eras and their forgotten history.
Vehicle – Maruti Ritz ZXI (Odometer 54754 @start of trip)
Expenses – INR 60879(~USD 1000)
Duration – 16 days (20 Dec 2014 – 4 Jan 2015)
Distance – 2653 km, 1 flat tyre
12 cities, 4 states
6 light and sound shows
Route –
Gwalior – Jhansi – Orchha – Sanchi – Bhopal – Bhimbetka – Indore – Maheshwar – Mandu – Chittorgarh – Udaipur – Kumbhalgarh – Jaipur
Map –
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The journey started through the modern city of Gurgaon and took us on a time travel as the centuries unfolded revealing India’s history. This travelogue is a homage
To the rich Indian history.
To centuries old monuments
To scarcely believable rock shelters where the Mesolithic humans stayed from 10000 BC to nearly historical time continuously.
To cruising on Upper Lake in Bhopal swooning to the latest songs.
To a lazy sunset boat ride on Narmada where the time stayed still.
To the once mighty forts which defended many a kingdoms and the courageous tales of their rulers and warriors.
To the love, bravery and betrayal that underwent behind the closed doors.
To the beautiful queens and the more beautiful courtesans.
To the lecherous rival kings who wanted to possess them.
To the mouthwatering Indian chaat and umpteen food delicacies.
The trip had it all. Blogs over the next few weeks will share the story of the trip. Read on and be a part of the Indian History.
Travel Log
