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India Before YouTurn 30BY ATISH

Here is a fun bucket list of the places you simply have to visit

before you turn thirty. They are not just destinations but also

crazy experiences that will go down the book of your memory lane.

From treading on Living Root Bridges in Cherrapunji to a bike ride

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through Ladakh, trekking through the valley of flowers in

Himalayas to surfing in Orissa, here are some insane experiences.

1. Camping in The Arid Desert ofRajasthan

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Twenties is the time to step out of your comfort zone and do

something exciting like staying in a dessert. Challenge yourself by

camping among the endless stretches of sand. As you camp in the

rustic tents, on the horizon is nothing but the unbridled view of

sand and sky.

[Wanna explore Thar Desert? Go for Desert Safari in Jaisalmer]

Night brings in its own allure as perched on the royal divan, you

relish in Rajasthani cuisine under the twinkling starts and revel in

the entertainment provided by the local people.

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2. Backpack Across Northeast

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Yes, we have all thought about backpacking across Europe

sometime or the other, but how about exploring the exotic

destinations that our own country provides? Budget friendly

apart, backpacking is the best way to experience the mesmerising

sights of the Seven Sisters States of Northeast.

[Sikkim Darjeeling Biking Tour do it before you are 30]

For once you step in here, you are in a place unlike any other with

nature retained from acres of green fields to haunting caves, the

largest river island to bridges made of roots, cascading waterfalls

to a lot more. Just make sure that you pack along oodles of energy

too, as this can get gruelling. Hence, before you turn 30 is the best

time to do it.

3. Trek to Dudhsagar Falls

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Instead of taking the normal route to Dudhsagar Falls, how about

trekking up to it? This trail brings along some exciting adventures.

Depending upon your fitness levels you can walk on the railway

tracks (where you have to be weary of the trains passing by and

make sure you are not hit by one), cross the Mondovi River or

tread through bountiful jungles.

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The entire journey is rewarded with the breath-taking sight of

Dudhsagar Falls. As the name suggests you will get to witness the

sea of milk gushing through the rocks. On days of no rain, you can

also take a dip in the pool below, but at your own peril.

4. Drive Through Forest of Bandipur

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Take a drive through wilderness, through the heart of the jungle of

the dense Bandipur forest. Open only during specific hours of the

day, this would be an unforgettable experience in your twenties.

As, while go along narrow, winding roads, you might just spot

elephants, monkeys and deer and if lucky, a wild cat on the way.

Also, get spooked by the plenty snake holes around.

5. Visit Cherrapunji, Tread on Living RootBridges

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What seems like a vision belonging to the movie ‘The Lord of the

Rings’, the Living Root Bridges at Cherrapunji is simply surreal.

And yes, this bridge is actually made out of live living roots

branching out from gigantic trees.

[Discover some of the Untouched Meghalayan secrets]

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As you cross over, you are overwhelmed with the sight of thick

winding roots, beautiful gathering of rocks and clear water below,

all amidst a mushroom of overarching and towering trees.

Appreciate the marvels of nature before you turn thirty.

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6. Cycling in Nilgiris

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Embark upon the rather adventurous cycling tour of Nilgiris, one

of the longest and largest tour. Not an easy expedition, you have

to be bursting with energy and need months to build your stamina

for this.

Hence, it is best undertaken before your thirties. Push the

boundaries of your fitness levels and cycle along fellow

enthusiasts for around eight days in the month of December. The

ride too is quite a pleasant one with pristine land of thick verdant

stretches.

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7. Experience Sunburn in Goa

Twenties is the time when you can let loose and party endlessly for

days and nights. Go where the finest musicians and DJs converge

to one of the hippest places in India. Experience the crazy Sunburn

festival in Goa that is heralded as the biggest electronic dance

music festival in Asia.

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[Visit Goa at least once; before you are 3o]

Under the open skies, and amidst scenic surroundings of Candolim

Beach, grove endlessly to heart-thumping music along with

thousands of youths across the globe.

8. Witness an Airshow

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Loved the insane air stunts in the movie Top Gun? Witness

something very similar at the Aero Show that takes place in

Yelahanka, Bangalore that has close to twenty seven countries

participating. Cheer among the huge crowds as the as the

exclusive range and aircrafts take-off, plummet, summersault and

do a whole lot of awesome areal tricks.

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9. Manali to Leh on Bike

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Take on a riveting but equally challenging bike expedition from

Manali to Leh. The journey is a paradise for true blue bikers.

Offering one of the best routes to ride in the world, this magnetic

highway stretches over 475 kms and is a must experience before

your thirties.

As it is here you get away from the craziness of life and reflect

within. Admire the beauty of nature as you get the serene views of

snow-capped mountains, untamed roads, barren brown terrains,

sparkling turquoise lake, cascading streams and breath-taking

landscapes.

10. Experience Konkan Railways

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What is so great about the Konkan Railways? It is the enrapturing

sights that you get to see along the way. Through this journey you

get to see the grand mountains of the Western Ghats, the several

waterfalls that trickle through, limpid rivers and green stretches.

Also, relive childhood and screech as you pass through the

innumerable pitch black tunnels. Something that is better done

before your thirties.

11. Trek to Markha Valley

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View unsurpassed sights of the Himalayas with the ambitious trek

to the enchanting Markha Valley. Since the altitude here is quite

high, it takes some days to acclimatise to the climate and you need

to be your fittest. Popularly called the ‘tea house trek’, it is here

you tread through one of the highest peopled plateaus and get

great views of the Ladakh and Zanskar ranges. Along the way, get

inspired by interacting with nomadic clans and experience serenity

by touring a quaint monastery.

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12. Eat at Chokhi Dhani and Take anElephant Safari in Jaipur

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Jaipur is a mystical land appeases youngsters as well. On one

hand, you can sink your teeth deep into the delectable local

cuisines at Chokhi Dhani. While you are there, you can also learn

to appreciate and immerse yourself with the vibrant culture that

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abounds. Another must do is the elephant safari. Perched high on

an elephant you feel like a king overlooking the majestic

landscapes of Jaipur.

13. Experience Rann of Kutch and GirForest

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A seasonal salt marsh amidst the famous Thar Desert, when at

Rann of Kutch, Gujrat you feel that you are in the middle of no

man’s land. For around you is nothing but the acrid terrain of the

desert providing a one of a kind experience.

Do visit during the kite festival where the skies come alive with

vibrant and oversized kites. The biking tours to this place are quite

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popular too. Once in Gujarat, do not miss the Gir Forest either

which is the house to fierce lions and diverse flora and fauna.

14. Boat Trip to Andaman

Andaman is a heaven for beach lovers with its silver sand and

turquoise waters unlike any place else in India. For those who have

the stomach for it (which is normally when you are younger), a

boating trip to this place from Kolkata or Chennai is quite an

experience in itself. For two or three days you will feel like a

voyager on an expedition, riding the pristine waters.

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15. Sikkim Sightseeing Trip

Find peace in the spectacular sights that nature and man can

provide at a younger age. For Sikkim is a paradise of beauty. From

intricate and aesthetic monasteries in Gangtok to the lush Chopta

Valley, the mesmerising Lachung to Himalayan Zoological Park,

the delightful places to visit are innumerable.

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16. Kolkata Trip

Called as the cultural capital of India, and often written about in

novels, Kolkata is a place that is best experienced in your twenties

as there are so many things to do here. Shop at the quaint and

bustling narrow bazaars, tour the iconic Victoria Memorial Hall,

pray at the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, stroll along the famous

Park Street, relish in the local street food…the list is endless.

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17. Dhuandhar Falls, Jabalpur

Get a celestial-like feel before your thirties. Flanked by greenery,

are the spectacular sights of Dhuandhar Falls in Bhedaghat,

Jabalpur. The mysticism of this place mainly lies in the cascading

frothing white waterfalls that appear to emanate a mist of smoke,

giving it an ethereal quality.

18. Go for a Scuba Diving Tour

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There is a reason why Scuba Diving has become so popular among

youngsters in Andaman. As you plunge into eleven to fifteen feet

deep into the turquoise beach, you are transported to a hidden

water kingdom. Swim along the diverse vibrant fishes and witness

the breath-taking sponges and coral life that you never knew

existed.

19. Wildlife Adventure Trip at Corbett

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For a crazy, daring wildlife experience head to Corbett,

Uttarakhand. It is a home to many endangered tigers. You can

drive through the thick jungles by a jeep safaris. For the gustier,

exclusive elephant safaris are available too.

20. Trek to Kudremukh

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Test your fitness levels by trekking to Kudremukh, Karnataka. The

rewards of this hikes are many. Fitness apart, it is the sights that

make you want to climb higher. With steep hills and valleys,

depending upon where the sunlight falls, the landscape turns a

different green. When you reach the top and are embraced by the

fog spreading on the mountain peaks, you feel that you have

reached heaven indeed.

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21. Quad Bike Expedition in Goa

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There is a lot more to Goa than basking by the lazy shores. Take a

ride on the adventurous side with a like-minded group. Through

the Quad Bike expedition, explore the rugged terrains, wilderness

of the forests and other landscape delights that this place has to

offer.

22. Visit a Haunted place

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You really think that you cannot get spooked? Instead of watching

a scary movie, how about living the horror by going to a haunted

place? Bhangarh Fort is known as one of the scariest places in

India. According to folklore, an entire town of people seemed to

have been obliterated in a day.

[Check out Most Haunted Places in India]

Supernatural activities are said to occur at night and no one is

allowed here post sunset. The closer you get here, you are

overcome with a queasy feeling. It is also said that those who have

ventured post sunset have never been found.

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23. Munnar, Periyar and Thekkadywildlife Trip

As you have the energy go on endless destinations, how about

touring three fascinating wildlife places? Nestled in ‘God’s own

country’ of Kerala are three breath-taking places of Munnar,

Periyar and Thekkady. A wildlife trip to these places is a must, for it

is here that you are overwhelmed with the remarkable sceneries

and fauna of the land.

24. Rafting and Camping in Rishikesh

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With bursting of vitality and eagerness, twenties is the best time

to indulge in adventure sports. Ride the mystical waters of Ganges

with rafting in Rishikesh. It is the most famous place to play this

sport. For, you get to raft upon fierce frothing water pouring

through rocky terrains and green stretches. To experience the

landscape of this mysterious place you can also go camping and

undertake other adventure sports.

25. Vaishno Devi Temple

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Experience a spiritual journey with Vaishno Devi Temple nestled

in the Trikuta Mountains, Jammu and Kashmir. Perched on a

height of 5300 feet, it is one of the most revered religious places.

The path to get here is a challenge and will test your fitness along

the way. However, the sights offered on the path and when you

reach there are simply remarkable.

26. Wagah Border

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Get a feel of patriotism and nationality at a younger age. Head to

Wagah Border which is on the only crossing road border of Punjab

and Pakistan. Celebrate along with thousands the extravagant

ceremony that occurs here every day before the sun sets.

27. Sandakphu Trek

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Sandakphu Trek, the highest point of West Bengal. It is from here

that you get the view and experience of the all-embracing nature.

However, trek to the top is quite a tedious one and requires you to

be in the pink of health.

28. Holi at Vrindavan

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Vrindavan, the land where Lord Krishna spent his childhood, is the

place to be during Holi. For, it is here that the festival is celebrated

with much gusto and revelry. Thousands around the world and

country flock to this place to get embraced by the burst of colours.

The entire town is painted in myriad hues this day. Entrainment

troupes perform Holi songs as well. As this place can get chaotic

and crowded, it is best to experience this when you have the

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energy and enthusiasm.

29. Orissa Konark Temple & SurfingLessons

Witness the magnificence of Indian architecture at the Orissa

Konark Temple. This iconic and revered shrine makes a pretty

picture with ancient and intricate stone carvings. While at Orissa

learn to ride the wonder waves by taking surfing lessons. The

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earlier you learn this sport the better. It is something that will

come handy during later years across the world too!

30. Roopkund Trek, Himalayas

Become one with nature and experience serenity with the

Roopkund Trek, Himalayas. This trail provides an all-

encompassing experience and visions of snow, ice, gushing

streams, untouched forests, delightful stretches of meadows and

scenic camping places. Need we say more?

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31. Go to Gokarna and Do Nothing

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Twenties is the time where you can get away by doing nothing.

Head to Gokarna, a more toned down version of Goa. It is here

that you get to reel in the hippy vibe sans the commercialisation

and onslaught of people. Relax by the lazy beaches, absorb the

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scenery of rocky terrains and pristine waters and enjoy by doing

just about nothing. A holiday well spent indeed!

32. Visit Coorg, Scotland of India

It is said that man truly comes of his own when among pristine

nature. For this, head to Coorg, known as the Scotland of India. It

is at this cool hill station that you get the unbridled sight of green

stretches and experience serenity. [Trekking in Coorg has its own

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joy] Topping the experience is the intoxicating aroma of the coffee

plantations permeating the air.

33. Jodhpur to Jaisalmer onTruck/Tractor trip

Jodhpur and Jaisalmer are the lands of opulent palaces, colourful

culture and forts that retain the magnificence of the kings. They

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are also places that have retained the rusticity of nature. Leave the

regular mode of transport for the elders. For an off-beat

experience, explore on a truck or tractor trip.

[Plan you Jaisalmer Tour]

34. Experience Local Trains, Mumbai

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The life line of the bustling Mumbai city are the local trains that

are constantly brimming with people. If you think that you have it

in you to nudge your way across a sea of people then, this is a must

experience at least once in your twenties.

35. Visit Temples and Boulders at Hampi

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Experience a slice of history before your thirties by visiting the

ancient temples in Hampi. Get marvelled by the architecture and

intricate stone carvings that tell a thousand stories. Also, here are

natural wonders such as the boulders. These gigantic stones seem

to defy gravity and are spread across the land ornately.

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36. Sunderbans Boat Ride

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Experience the untamed nature of Sunderbans with a boat ride.

Given the accolade of the largest mangrove ecosystem in the

world, this place offers one of a kind views. Through the boat

cruise you can witness the fisherman’s cove, a three hundred year

old temple, crocodile’s den, deer rehabilitation centre and a lot

more.

37. Visit Varanasi to Experience Chaos

Experience chaos in your twenties to appreciate the quiet in later

years. Head to Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world. While

the antique edifices and spiritual aura of the place lends a mystical

charm, the sheer number of people thronging through the really

narrow roads add to the chaos.

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38. Yak Safari in Ladakh

Okay, so you may have gotten used to the idea of a horse or

elephant safari. For an offbeat experience how about something as

unique as a yak safari in Ladakh? The largest animal of this icy

desert, these woolly creatures offer a comfortable ride. Explore

green meadows, gushing brooks and glacial valleys on this safari.

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39. Trek to Valley of Flowers

Still hung over with fairy tales of childhood? Take a trek to the

Valley of Flowers. It located in Himalayas of the Uttaranchal and is

just that, vast stretches of vibrant flowers such as Brahmakamal,

Blue Poppy and the Cobra Lily spread across the valley. Such is the

divine beauty of this place that it seems to have popped straight

out of a fairy tale story. And yes, this hike requires you have a great

deal of stamina too.

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40. Bombay to Goa road Trips

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We are not eluding to the cheesy movie renditions a gang of

friends taking a Bombay to Goa road trip. But the truth of the

matter is, this is a fun experience to have with your mob of friends

who are so important at this age. The scenic views and bonding

with your crazy friends along the drive will help you make that

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transition from the bustling Bombay to the laid back Goa.

41. Finish at Least 5 day Treks AroundYour City

Twenties is the time to explore, discover and test your fitness

level. Be it Bangalore, Mumbai or Delhi, they all offer alluring

trekking trails. Avail of this and finish at least five day treks [If you

are in Bangalore check out some of the best treks] around the

city. By the end of it you would have explored more, discovered

new places, raised your fitness levels and also lost some weight

too!

42. Chandni Chowk Street Food Tour

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Benefit from your voracious appetite and metabolism during your

teens and twenties. Indulge your taste buds with the delectable

street food of Chadani Chok. It offers spicy chaats, mouth-

watering kachoris, sweet jalebis, addictive confectionaries and rich

North Indian food. Spend the whole day sinking your teeth in the

aromatic flavours of this place.

43. Dasara in Mysore

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It would help if you understand the significance of festivals and

learn to enjoy them at a younger age. The ideal place to celebrate

the grandeur of Dasara is the majestic Mysore. For at this time, the

city is beautifully lit up and the entire city partakes in the merry

making. A must see is the elaborately adorned elephants on a royal

walk.

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44. Skiing Coaching in Auli

Learning to ski in your younger days comes along with a lot of

advantages. Auli is a sought after skiing destination in the snow

crusted Himalayan Mountains of Uttaranchal. [Check out Top 10

Destinations for Skiing in India] Providing an all-encompassing

view of Mana Parwat, Beethartoli, Nilkanth, Hathi Parbat, Ghori

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Parbat and Nar Parbat and covered with conifers and oak forest, it

is here that you get to ski on a blanket of inviting snow.

45. Paragliding in Solang

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Best age to experience crazy adventure, head to Solang for

Paragliding. Experience the bursting thrill as you breeze by and get

the panoramic sight of green mountains, valleys, expansive sky

and snow-capped ranges.

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46. Travel in a Toy Train

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Revisit childhood by hopping on a narrow gauged toy train. Cheer

away as these colourful boogies make their way through winding

trails, colourful landscapes, verdant hillocks and emerald

stretches. Darjeeling, Matheran, Ooty and Shimla are some of the

place that you can experience this.

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47. Spitti Valley Trip

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Another place that you have to go to appreciate the marvels of

nature is the super scenic Spitti Valley, perched high on the

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ethereal Himalayan Mountains. Since the high altitude here the

trip is not suitable for all. Get enamoured by the unique

landscapes, quaint and vibrant monasteries along with unique

wildlife of snow leopard, wolf, ibex and blue sheep.

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48. Visit Golden Temple in Amritsar

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Learn to appreciate brotherhood and religion before you hit thirty.

A golden marvel shining brightly and casting its shimmering

reflection upon the waters is the Golden Temple in Amritsar. A

Gurdwara of Sikhs, it is here that people across all religions come

and wait in endless lines to pay homage.

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49. Rajasthan Trip on Bullet

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Do something different and adventurous. Instead of the same old

means, take a trip to Rajasthan on a bullet. Ride along the rugged

deserts and the rustic roads of this place, absorbing the expansive

landscape that abounds around you.

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50. Srinagar to Leh Bus/Truck Ride

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Twenties is the age where you have the enthusiasm and patience

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for bus or truck ride. To get a feel of the rustic enrapturing sights

that Srinagar and Leh offer, it kind of would heighten your

experience if you took a rustic wagon like a bus or a truck. Trust us,

you will have a whole different impression of this place altogether.

Here is our list of 50 things to do before you turn 30. How many

of these have you experienced? Also, if you feel that there are

more places to visit before turning thirty, do comment below.

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Nivedita Neelam · St.Xaviers College

hardly covered the south

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Joseph Tharun · Manager at SIDBI

Bandipur, Nilgiris, Airshow Bangalore, Konkan Railw ays, Andaman, Scuba Diving Andaman, Kudremukh, Gokharna, Munnar,Coorg,Hampi, Mysore, Ooty Toy Train, Trekking in Bangalore, 14 / 50. Not bad considering there are only 4 directions. Biased toKarnataka.

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Dharmendra Patel · Works at Loading [lllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll ] 99%

Joseph Tharun forgot to consider kodaikanal

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Amith Anand · B N M Institute Of Technology

Joseph Tharun munnar,ooty toy train, and kodaikanal is not in katnataka !!

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Prachi Agarwal Mahajan · Manipal University

Why before 30 ! I bet it can be done later also ! You need to be yung at heart & mainly f it !

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Piyush Ray · Works at Bharat Plyw oods

Agreed its not abt age its abt mileage :-)

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Karun KumarRameshw aram and mainly the bridge connecting the island...its a spectacular view ...also the Madurai meenakshi temple in tamil nadu is really good...you can see the beauty of architecture....!

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Aditya Naik · Vivekanand (VESIT), University of Mumbai

You should add the follow ing:1. Travel on jetty boats w ith your car/bike betw een coastal tow ns of Maharashtra2. Trek some of the famous forts of Maharashtra like Raigad, Lohagadh, or w atch sea forts like Janjira, Sindhudurg, etc3. Trek the Anaimudi peak in Munnar, Kerala during monsoons w atching Nilgiri Thar deer amidst the clouds and rain4. Experience the greenery, f lora and climate at any place in the Sahyadris during months of August-September5. Roam through the French architecture buildings and streets of Pondicherry6. Watch a rhino at Kaziranga or other national parks of Assam7. Immerse your feet in the Ganga and sit for hours at Haridw ar/Rishikesh/Devprayag/Karnaprayag/Rudraprayag, etc8. Trek in Pahalgam, Kashmir w hile it is snow ing slightly9. Eat chaat in Indore10. Get yourself an ayurvedic massage from some local practitioner in Kerala/Pondicherry/Goa

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Mithun Kümär · Top Commenter · SAP

12 of 50 covered :D More to go in a few coming months!

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Indrajit Roy · GCELT/WBUT

mine also is 12 :) rest w ill do soon...bt didnt get y age bar is there :/

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YD Nathan11 :(

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ThrillophiliaYD Nathan Only 39 more to go:)

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Mathew T George · Chief Sub Editor at The Week

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Tamil Nadu? Kerala?

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Joseph Tharun · Manager at SIDBI

Thekkadi, Munnar

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Joseph Tharun · Manager at SIDBI

Could mean only one thing, Don't visit Tamil Nadu & Kerala before you turn 30. But w hat about people born there? Should they leave andcome after 30?

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Soujanya Raj · Works at Tata Consultancy Services

Munnar, Periyar, Thekkady, Nilgiris, Konkan Railw ay.

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Bhisham Bajaj · Vaish college of engg.

15 done :) but I am not too far from 30 :(targets gonna be high every year... ;)

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ThrillophiliaHigh targets maybe, but w e have faith in you:)

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Manju Nath B S · Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute

happy that have covered 75% of it .....remaining w illcover before i turn 40

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Great ! tru Ninja ! :D

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Shamim Parvaiz · Associate Softw are Engineer at IBM

4 out of 50 covered... Too less... More to visit in coming months :)

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Vinay Y Varghese · Works at Thought Framew orks

w hich 4 have u visited?

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Shamim Parvaiz · Associate Softw are Engineer at IBM

Vinay Y Varghese Bandipur , Kolkata , Coorg , Sikkim .... I have Bandhavgarh National Park trip in December . But here they havementioned Corbet National Park. I guess both are the same in comparison to tiger reserve. How many have you ?

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Pathikrit Gupta · Bangalore, India

Lovely article bhai... There are lots of more places like these in India but they can't be covered before 30 :P... After all time is of essence:D

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Sumita DigheI have covered 25 places but not before 30 of my age..among those I enjoyed Sandakpu trek and Paragilding at Solangnalla, skiing at Manali. trekkingin coorg.and so many others.....

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Rima Malvankar · Ramnarain Ruia College

Sandakphu and solang are my fav too

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Surya Bhattacharya says:

October 24, 2013 at 3:34 pm

6.5 down, too many to go. Time to hurry up!!

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Thrillchimp says:

October 24, 2013 at 5:25 pm

.5?:P

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Milind says:

October 24, 2013 at 5:06 pm

list can not be completed without places like Nathula

Border,Gangtok and Tawang… so many other places are

missing

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Thrillchimp says:

October 24, 2013 at 5:24 pm

Thanks for the suggestions. We’ll include them in

our next list:)

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Vishnu Krishnan says:

October 24, 2013 at 11:47 pm

16/50 done! 7 more years in stock!!

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Adhiraj Bandyopadhyay says:

October 24, 2013 at 11:56 pm

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Though you have mentioned Kolkata in your list, but I

would like to add that one will see a different city if

visited during Durga Puja days which are full of

exuberance.

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utkarsh says:

October 25, 2013 at 1:30 am

Life would be so much fun if we set ourselves such

beautiful targets.

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Hitesh Mulani says:

October 25, 2013 at 1:53 am

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A lot of places from South are missing. Meenakshi

Temple, Madurai. Rameshwaram, Kochi, Big temple of

Tanjavur etc. Also, Mcleod Ganj, Dharamshala, though I

would prefer Dharamkot. A few places from Bihar like

Bodh Gaya.

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:49 pm

Thanks for the suggestions. We will include them in

our next list.

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October 25, 2013 at 2:11 am

20 down 30 more to go! The clock’s ticking! This is a

pretty fantastic and comprehensive list!

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:48 pm

We are glad that you like it. 20 down that sounds

great.

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sai charan says:

October 25, 2013 at 2:39 am

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Visit Hyderabad during the holy month of ramadan.

Haleem and biryani is must.

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Shrinidhi Hande says:

October 25, 2013 at 7:23 am

Good list. I’ve done only 6 out of these 50 and am

turning 30 in 2 weeks…

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:43 pm

We are glad that you like it and as we say at

Thrillophilia you are not 30 till you finished these

50.

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Abhinay Madasu says:

October 25, 2013 at 10:39 am

Mussoorie to dhanaulti 30km road trip in the clouds..

must experience.

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 7:03 pm

Thanks for the suggestion. We will include in our

next list.

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Reshma says:

October 25, 2013 at 10:42 am

Hey guys to my surprise I have covered 24 out of this

list….

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:41 pm

That’s awesome.

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JSH says:

October 25, 2013 at 10:50 am

Regarding the Golden Temple, Amritsar, anybody is free

to go, have free meals, relax, meditate and do soul-

searching without any ticket or entry or any sort of

hidden charges, unlike many other places. I am sorry to

say, but there is no “wait in endless lines ” @ Golden

Temple, if you know what I mean. But of-course at

common times, the devotees are expected to be more

than other times, as visitors’ cabs or buses would reach

at certain relaxed hours of morning or evening. There is

only a fast entry in case someone is really old or cannot

walk due to some disability, not MONEY queues. The

queue is well managed, (no different queue even if

someone insists to pay money) and there are fans and

coolers every 10 feet, plus the surrounding Sarovar

(Pond) brings in the cool winds. Its just surreal.

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Nithin Haridas says:

October 25, 2013 at 11:01 am

For 1) : I would so like to live in a dessert. Chocolate ice

cream would be the best.

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RGarg says:

October 25, 2013 at 11:06 am

12 Done.. suprising how many of us are at the same

number I turn 30 in 3 months time.. Will look to do 2-3

of these every year so I’m done with at least 30 by the

time I turn 35

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chinmay says:

October 25, 2013 at 12:00 pm

nice list ..:) 18 down…32 more to go !!

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:35 pm

18 down, that is awesome.

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tejas buch says:

October 25, 2013 at 12:20 pm

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I Think the age limit is just another number. Most people

who have commented have done 10-15 of the

experiences (me included). It totally depends on how

much KEEDA you have to finish the balance, even if that

means doing it till you are 40 or 50.

Travel is life, best experienced on a motorcycle.

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:33 pm

Like we say at Thrillophilia you are not 30 till you

finished these 50.

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anil kothari says:

October 25, 2013 at 12:23 pm

anybody ever heard of off roading at sakeleshpur

hills….once in a life time…

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:26 pm

Off roading at Sakeleshpur hills sounds exciting. We

will include it in our next list.

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tejas buch says:

October 25, 2013 at 12:27 pm

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Chader Trek- Trekking on the frozen Zanskar river in

Ladakh in the months of January- February when

temperatures go down to -30

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:25 pm

Thanks for the suggestion. We will include Chadar

trek in our next list.

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sameer phal says:

October 25, 2013 at 1:10 pm

This is an awesome! post

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:51 pm

We are glad that you like it.

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Shubham says:

October 25, 2013 at 2:10 pm

4 Down…. 46 remaining…. Less time and lots of places to

visit.

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Priyanca says:

October 25, 2013 at 2:33 pm

here’s my Bombay contribution to #41 –

http://bombaychuddies.blogspot.in/2010/12/pu-

guide.html#links

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Mayank says:

October 25, 2013 at 3:40 pm

16 down.. but you’ll have to improvise a lot of these.

Specially instead of Konkan railways and the ride from

Bombay to Goa it should be, ride on the entire west

coast, covering all the sexy places on the way.

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Raj says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:33 pm

HI,

really nice collection…

i think you missed Kolleru river….Badrachalam to

Rajamundry ship tour

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:58 pm

Thanks for the suggestion we will include them in

our next list. How many out of these have you

covered?

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Ashok says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:44 pm

How could you not include – ‘Getting lost in the lanes of

Benaras’??

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:41 pm

Thanks for the suggestion. We will include it in our

next list.

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Saurav says:

October 25, 2013 at 4:45 pm

19 checks. I like the places.

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:37 pm

19 is awesome! Where are you planning to go next?

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October 25, 2013 at 5:25 pm

Hi,

All is well but the one thing that people who went after

sunset in Bhangarh was never found, Thats a rumour.. I

have been there and stayed in night. Its scary like hell but

I dint observe any paranormal activities.

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:32 pm

Maybe you choose the wrong night;) Where are you

planning to go next.

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shaharyar zaidi says:

October 25, 2013 at 5:41 pm

how can you miss bungee jumping in hrishikesh and

skydiving in mysore?

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:28 pm

Thanks for the suggestions. We will include them in

our next list.

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Ujjwal John says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:06 pm

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I have already done 18 of them!! Not bad naah !!

#4, #7, #8, #9, #11, #16, #19, #20, #24, #31, #32, #34,

#35, #42, #44, #45, #46 ,#47

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:17 pm

18? that’s awesome! Out of these which one was

most exciting? What’s next on your list?

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Charul says:

October 25, 2013 at 6:29 pm

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You can’t miss a trip to Malana via Kasaul…the 2 hour

long Trek to one of the remotest, strangest place, to

experience a culture and life so different.

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Thrillchimp says:

October 25, 2013 at 7:08 pm

Thanks for the suggestion. We will include it in our

next list.

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