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Kolkata, Bodh Gaya, Varanasi, Shantiniketan
Totaled 7 days, cost less than 13,000 baht!
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KOLKATA
VARANASI
SANTINIKETAN
Bodh Gaya
I'm so happy to be struggling so much. I've never struggled so hard in my life.
The car was so crowded that the passengers' intestines were almost spilling out at their ankles.
The dust is so thick, it's like we're all covered in chocolate powder.
Even though they know we don't understand Hindi and Bengali, they still rap to us in those languages.
Anything can happen on the side of the road.
Both shit, pee, selling things, drying clothes, killing chickens, and even losing their lives..
Indians, especially those in tourist areas, enjoy being photographed.
What you see when we call ourselves when we take a selfie, it's not that they are kind enough to take a picture of us.
When I sent him the camera, I thought he would take pictures for me. Not at all.
He will say "No, me" and point to himself, posing for a photo.
Stunned for two seconds, haha. After a while, I started to get used to it. Just take pictures of him, don't let him down.
After taking the picture, don't forget to show it to him. 100 out of 100 want to see pictures of themselves.
The sales skills here are excellent. They will serve us first, and the first time will say that it is free.
They would ask us with a smiling face if we were happy. When we were charmed and replied, "Happy, happy,"
He will "You unhappy, I happy, you pay, happy together" immediately. Hahaha
Once you decide to buy something and have negotiated the price, they will always grab more than the amount you want.
And then they acted cute, pretending they didn't know anything, and immediately charged us more. When we said we only wanted one,
He'll make a cute face and say, "Oh really? Two? You mean two, right? Oh, that's too bad." Something like that.
The tourists here are all Real Travellers.
Everyone seems to be in the same fate, so they understand each other well and are very friendly. 555
Always agree on a price "clearly" before using any service.
Always double-check your bill. They overcharge here like it's a game.
If he tries to take advantage of us later, we must not give in, or we will develop a bad habit.
Their living conditions are hard, but they have such touching smiles.
They seem happy, smiling and laughing at the things around them, even though their lives are incredibly difficult.
If you ask me what I like most about India, it would have to be the smiles of the Indian people (Miss Universe, haha! But I'm serious!).
The landscape was the same, never seen anywhere so dirty before.
I've never seen anything so beautiful before.
Summary of a one-week trip to India
India is a lovely city for us.
Finally, don't be careless because anything can happen. : )))
What to bring
+1 pack of mouth tape
+ Antidiarrheal medicine
+Hand sanitizer
+Wet wipes
+Small pepper spray
+Breaking down large bills into smaller denominations here won't help you much. Having a lot of money doesn't guarantee you can buy things here. They don't accept it, you know.
Don't forget to get vaccinated two weeks in advance!
Vocab.Noted
A three-wheeled vehicle with a person pedaling it is called a rickshaw.
Three-wheeled tuk-tuk taxi = Auto (Auto)
Hello = Namaste, Namaskara
"พี่ๆ" is a term used to address older men, regardless of whether they are drivers or not. It is a respectful way of addressing someone who is older than you.
Go quickly = Jaroli Ja Ro (I don't know which one means "go" and which one means "quickly", just say them together)
Noted
Noted.
- India is a country that takes vegetarianism quite seriously. There are many vegetarians in India.
Therefore, all food products must be clearly labeled as Veg. or Non Veg.
Or even the restaurants themselves have to clearly state which menu is a Veg menu.
So don't accidentally eat random Veg. You might vomit without knowing it.
- India is a country where you need to be extra careful. If you see anything suspicious, be cautious.
- Use positive and negative thinking at the right time.
- Not suitable for solo travelers, especially during peak season.
- It's not just India, but remember that nowhere is safe if we are careless.
- And no matter where we go, we won't find happiness if we have a negative outlook on the world.
If there is anything we have misunderstood, please let us know and we will be happy to correct it.
This thread is a review of "Kolkata" and "Shantiniketan".
Varanasi, a beautiful city that captivated me. Here's a link to my blog post about it: http://mithuna27.com/th/fall-for-ganga-river-varan... : )
"Kolkata, the City of Joy"
Take a Jet Air flight to Kolkata.
Just getting on the plane, I already got the full Indian experience. I've never been surrounded by so many Indian people before.
The aroma is indescribable, it permeates the air and reaches the heart.
Khun Khaek likes to press the air conditioner button and ask for things all the time.
If you're sitting near Bang and he likes to press the button, just bear with it. Hehe.
After a 3-hour flight, I've been waiting for my luggage for over an hour. That's more than half the travel time. Ugh.
Bang also likes to bring things from Thailand, such as clothes and electrical appliances.
And then they unwrapped the checks right there, scattering them around playfully.
Just wait, consider it getting used to the guest first.
@Airport
The cars here are very classic. I like them.
Taxis don't need to have windshields because they don't use them anyway. They usually don't have air conditioning.
But don't stick your head out, because here they drive within a few centimeters of each other.
Driving like playing a game, having a lot of fun.
I noticed that taxis don't usually have side mirrors.
I don't know if it's because they didn't see it or if it was removed to make it easier to drive and cut each other off by two centimeters.
(This is not an exaggeration, I have actually encountered it.)
Our first feeling when the taxi drove out of the airport and we saw the reality we had to face was
I'm so happy with my life right now, I just have to shout it out loud: "This is so satisfying!"
Wow, as soon as I stepped out of the airport, it was like I had warped to another planet.
Culture shock!
Thankfully, the kind uncle riding a motorbike next to me smiled, which gave me some comfort.
The first thing that will remind you of India when you return is the "sound of horns".
Whoever is easily annoyed, be careful not to get stressed out first 555 They honked their horns at each other as if they were going to win a shield.
It's considered strange not to honk in Thailand. If something happens, you'll be scolded with "Why didn't you honk!"
The horn is the god of traffic rules. You don't need to learn much about the rules, just honk the horn and you can drive out. (Just kidding)
The traffic police here wear white uniforms, making them very visible.
Don't forget to take in the sights of the scenery on both sides of the road, and see how people live their lives.
You haven't truly arrived here if you haven't encountered someone peeing or pooping.
As I said, the side of the road is where anything can happen.
Both shit, pee, selling things, drying clothes, killing chickens, and even sacrificing one's life..
The Indian people are lovely.
Indie is very independent.
If you want to pee, pee. If you want to poop, poop.
Itchy, scratchy.
After scratching, make roti.
Do whatever you want!!!
Here, the luggage is not for dragging.
No matter how heavy the object is, he can lift it over his head.
"Dakshineswar Kali Temple"
If you land before nightfall, you can head straight to the Kali Temple. It won't take too long.
This place is very close to the airport. It is located on the banks of the Hooghly River.
The temple will be painted in cream color with red accents, the favorite colors of the goddess Kali. It will have a nine-tiered roof, which is very beautiful.
Surrounded by 12 small temples dedicated to the worship of Shiva, Lakshmi, and Vishnu.
Don't forget to buy offerings for the goddess Kali at the stall outside, and then ring the bell to pray to Lord Shiva at the small temples around the area.
*Be careful not to go to the wrong one, as there are two Kali temples here. The other one is far from the airport and not by the river.
Shoes are not allowed inside. Please take them off at the shoe rack and do not leave them lying around. They might get lost.
Leave before 5:30 to get the best light. If you go after that, the light will be gone and your photos won't be as nice.
We went when the light was about to run out, met a taxi that was annoying.
You told me to drive on the expressway, but you refused. You said the way was longer. Huh? Am I the one paying for it? T^T
The guard was nagging me about my shoes again. The light just went out, haha. I'm laughing through tears. T^T
Overall, I'm quite satisfied. I might even say I like it more than the entire city of Santi combined.
Take a stroll through "Sudder Street & Park Street"
Anyone who forgot to exchange money can exchange it here. In Thailand, you get 1.85, here you get 1.90.
There are a lot more homeless people here than in San Francisco!
If you don't have any spare change, don't make eye contact. Walk calmly and humbly.
Coming here has made me think a lot. I feel a lot more resigned now.
You have to see it for yourself, feel it for yourself, experience it for yourself, to truly understand.
L I F E
Many times more than in Thailand.
This is just what we see through the lens, through our photos.
We saw it with our own eyes.
Guess how we feel...
The shops are mostly small booths.
If it's a building, it's usually a square block, not much bigger than a booth, and usually has only one floor.
And often there is only one entrance and exit, which is in front, and there is no door connecting to other rooms.
To go pee, you have to cross the stalls.
In some multi-story buildings, they simply cut a square hole in the upper floor and use a monkey ladder to climb up and down.
Very space-saving.
They still use groundwater, which is commonly seen.
In some places, they eat street food like this.
Their spoons are a bit smaller than ours.
In some places, people even eat with their hands, and it's not just the people eating who use their hands, but also the people serving! They pick up the rice, the meat in the curry, and the side dishes with their hands!
Whoever said Indian food isn't delicious, I disagree with all my heart!
It's delicious, you know, you just have to eat the right menu, the right restaurant, that's all.
ps. Don't forget to choose a restaurant that doesn't look too dirty.
Our Indian friend recommended this restaurant "Blue Sky" (unrelated to Thai politics..)
We really like this menu.
"Chicken Butter" or in some restaurants "Chicken Burtar" looks and tastes completely different in each restaurant.
Served with "Nans" or flatbread similar to roti, but thicker and softer.
So delicious, you can eat it instead of rice. You have to try it.
Chicken butter masala (masala is a spice powder) is also delicious.
We drink iced tea at home. It's so hot here, but people still drink hot tea. I think it's delicious too.
Original Roti making!
There are also samples to try. Guess if you dare to try...
The Mc. Veggi here is delicious.
Indian "Chicken Biryani"
I don't remember the name of the restaurant, but I do remember that it was very famous and had won many awards.
Located near Sudder Street, this restaurant serves long, slender rice grains that don't stick together, making for a delightful dining experience.
Delicious!
ps. Sorry the photo doesn't look as appetizing as it tastes haha. But it's super delicious, you have to try it!
Indian porridge
"Come on, try it. What are you afraid of?" (or)
(I don't know what it actually is, but it tastes similar to congee and the way it's made, the way it's scooped, and the way it's topped with something makes it look a lot like congee.)
I don't know how they cut the meat into our cups, but I saw them using their hands to tear the meat into the next person's cup... Um...
Good thing I only tasted it with the tip of a teaspoon.. Hehe
MOMO Momo
It looks a lot like a xiaolongbao. I don't know if it's the same thing.
However, the Xiao Long Bao in Thailand is juicy and has soup coming out when you bite into it, while the one here is dry and only has filling.
It's widely available, just like selling dim sum in Thailand.
This restaurant, Peter Cat, is famous for its
The people waiting in line are not lacking.
Most people come here to eat steak, which is a kind of Indian steak.
You can try it if you have the chance.
Prepare for Holi.
Oh my god, really? 55555
The day after playing Holi in Kolkata
How's that? Can't wash it off, can you? It'll be stuck there for another week. I'm telling you, the look on your face is priceless. Haha.
Foreigners who come to play Holi here
ps. Remember that the dates of festivals in Kolkata are often different from those in other places.
Double-check before you miss out, it might be the day they stop playing.
Take a rickshaw ride at night.
The smile of an Indian.
He raised two fingers, looking a bit shy. Hehe, so cute.
ps. Before using any service,
Agree on the price clearly.
Before you lose feelings for each other later.
Did he charge extra or did he not charge the same as he said at first?
It's the same everywhere.
At its core, the mind, compassion, and selfishness
It depends on the living conditions.
As he had to survive in difficult living conditions.
There's nothing wrong with him wanting it in every way.
We just have to understand and keep up with the situation. Jubu : )
Especially for the sales profession, 99% of them are men. You can take a bus to "Victoria Memorial" from there.
It is a monument to British victory.
The same recommendation, go before five o'clock and take a picture from behind with the pool. Take a picture of the reflection, it will be very beautiful.
I happened to go there when the light was gone, so the pictures didn't turn out very well.
Continuing on to the "Mother Teresa Cemetery"
A woman who was recognized and honored as a citizen of the country, in an era when India did not yet recognize women.
Mother Teresa was a woman who helped many people in India to overcome suffering by leading them to God.
Those who are not interested don't have to come. Those who are interested will feel fulfilled by what the nun has done and the power of giving. Hurry up! : )
ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL
Christ Church ps. Actually, photography is not allowed inside.
"Santiniketan"
It means the city of peace.
Let's continue with the same thread. Personally, I think there's not much to this city.
(Or maybe I just can't relate to it, I don't feel invested at all T-T)
For those who know and admire "Rabindranath Tagore", the great poet known as "Gurudev".
The person who built this "Visva-Bharati" university and was the first Asian to receive the Nobel Prize must have been very fond of this place.
Personally, I'm not a very artistic person, so I already thought that it might not be the place for me.
But since my friend wanted to come, it's good to try it out once.
Originally planned to stay for one night, but it turned into a one-day trip instead (one day is more than enough, you know).
Took the Local train because I didn't book it in advance.
Local trains! They're not much different from the ones back home.
The only difference is the unfamiliar body odor, hehe. #AmongstTheGuests
Get your spare change ready. Beggars in various forms that you have never seen before will walk past you in every corner of the world.
At least 3 people per station
Give him some, 10 rupees, 20 rupees.
Pretending to be asleep would be a bit too Thai, lol.
Ladyboy guest!
She earns more than any beggar.
Why?
All the guests, big and small, were terrified by the woman.
As soon as she walked in, they couldn't pull out their money fast enough!
Every row from the front to the back of the train got a 10 baht bill! I'm telling you!
Sleeping might not save you from the curse, you might even wake up to more scolding. 555
It's not just on the train, but at intersections too, they'll be walking around asking for money like this.
If you give her money, she will bless you and then touch your forehead with the money. It feels very magical...
Get your spare change ready!
Rice and beans are a perfect match.
(I'm not sure what it's called, but I know they mixed it up, added honey, and stirred it. It was amazing!)
They really like to eat it.
We have arrived at the art city "Shantiniketan".
Silence... Peace... As the name Shanti suggests...
The absence of honking horns brings a sense of relief to the ears. Oh, how India seems incomplete without this sound...
I wonder why the Thai tour brought us here???
What's going on???
We are the most inaccessible in the world.
Only those who truly yearn for "tiddies" of all kinds, should dare to request them!
We don't understand why there are tours coming here and charging such expensive tour fees.
Gurgle!
(But if anyone comes and likes it, they can exchange it. I want to know because everyone's thoughts are different.)
An indie city where you can do whatever you want!
We tried almost everything here, but just a teaspoon to say "we tried it".
I didn't get vaccinated against the disease before coming because I didn't have time to get vaccinated. I decided to book a ticket less than two weeks before coming.
The vaccine had to be spaced out by two weeks, so we didn't get it.
So be careful what you eat.
This tastes like regular sweet milk powder.
Teaching under the trees is a unique feature of this place.
This is a commemoration of Rabindranath Tagore, because "Visva-Bharati" comes from the fact that Rabindranath Tagore
Five students are being taught under a large tree.
Since then, a great space for learning has been born in this peaceful city.
A university that has no university signboard, no uniform
ps. I'd rather put a cat in it. I'm not safe.
Similar to Silpakorn University, young and trendy people tend to gather here.
Indulge in the ultimate titillation exchange in this indie Indian city.
Ride a fixed gear bike in an original way, raise goats as honest pets, and catch and eat them when they are fat. Eat yogurt in clay cups, listen to Indian music that grabs your heart.
The kind that doesn't even need to try to plant a cactus, doesn't need to listen to Desktop Error songs, or read a day, and they're already heartbroken!
Which art student wants to challenge the coolness? Come here!!
What is Khun Khaek's eyes trying to tell us? 5555
I asked to ride it and it was fun. The older sister who was riding it wouldn't trust me, so she ran after me a lot.
When we showed the diff, they clapped their hands in amazement.
Waiting for the train at the platform, goodbye Arttis town
Let's go back, please.
Local train
Please, let this be the last time in my life.
My life seems so miserable. The way there wasn't so bad, I could still sit.
I barely had a chance to sit down when a cockroach lunged at me, and I barely dodged it.
What's so funny? I'm really scared, please hurry and brush it off the window!
..It seems that our guest is more scared of us than the cockroach. T-T
ps. He caught the cockroach like he was catching a hamster, wow.
Hard sell!
Brother Bang makes everyone laugh with his super cute hard-selling sales technique.
We don't understand what you're saying, but we know it's so much fun that we want to understand it. 555
ps. I still haven't made as much money as 15% of the ladyboys who were begging for money earlier. I swear!
The trip to Shantiniketan is over.
But the round-trip fare is only 150 baht, so stop complaining. Haha.
Noted
Please visit on Saturday-Sunday as there will be a market in the middle of the rice field selling cool hand-made items for you to buy as souvenirs.
Very cute and adorable. I heard that, but I didn't see it because I didn't go on a holiday.
- It is not recommended for those who do not have a specific goal.
*For those who are impressed by the approach and power of knowledge sharing of Mr. Rabindranath
I recommend you come here and stay for a few days. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere, soak it all in, and sit down and chat with the students here.
*For those who want to be inspired, read about his life and achievements. You'll see that he was no ordinary person.
Those who are into it would probably be happy in this city.
Very peaceful and warm : ) VARANASI - Varanasi is our favorite city.
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"Kama Sutra"
Available at almost every bookstore!
Even though it's a small roadside bookstall,
If you dare to ask, he dares to give it to you.
Dude, this country is serious about this!
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The neighborhood kids ran home before they could finish peeing.
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