Barkul (Chilka Lake) - Puri via Tangi, Rameswar, Nirakarpur (106 kms) Indian Roadie Preferred Route

The best route for people travelling from anywhere in South India (via NH16) to pay homage at the Jagannath Temple in Puri is as follows
Barkul (Chilka Lake) - Tangi - Rameswar crossing - turn right - Nirakarpur - Pratap Purusottampur - Puri.
The total distance = 106 kms and takes about 2 hrs 15 mins.

Barkul - Rameswar crossing = 66 kms.
Rameswar crossing - Nirakarpur = 4 kms.
Rameswar crossing - Puri = 50 kms.

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Indian Roadie Preferred Route

BJP MLA in UP dies after his Toyota Fortuner SUV collides with truck on NH24 on 2018-02-21

BJP MLA from Noorpur in Bijnor district of Uttar Pradesh, Lokendra Singh died on 2018-02-21 morning after his Toyota Fortuner being driven at high speed on the wrong flank of 4 lane National Highway 24 (NH24) with median divider collided head-on with a truck in Sitapur district.

The MLA was on his way to Lucknow to attend an investors meet scheduled to be inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi later in the day.

We pity the truck driver. Since 'netaji'/ 'vidayakji' died after crashing into a truck, the driver will spend donkeys years in some jail & without any judgement :( :( :(
Now it will be a case of unending misery for the poor family of the hapless driver of the truck.

Would the situation been different even if there were CCTV cameras every 500 mtrs or 5000 mtrs to monitor vehicle movements on the highway?
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https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=X1PMYiwyrEE

Policemen, who should be the lawkeepers, are the biggest thugs on Indian roads

Do you really think that you are safe in a known territory/ road while driving during the night?

When lawkeepers become lawbreakers in the southern fringes of a metropolitan city, viz Kolkata, who is going to save you during exigencies on the state/ national highways anywhere in India?

Curated from: Toi Kolkata dated 2018-02-26.

Convoy of camels on highway near Muktsar Sahib, Punjab

Won't you feel excited to spot a convoy of camels with its leader trudging along on a National Highway near Muktsar Sahib in Punjab, India.

Chandigarh to Muktsar Sahib via Ludhiana, Moga (i.e. via NH5 and SH16) is 260 kms (4 hrs 30 mins).

India is a representation of everything beautiful that one can crave to see around the world.
Traveling by road is the best, safest & most economical option for wanderlust Indians and expatriates to get the true essence of India.
It's only while traveling on road in India does one get to see such beautiful sights. Just keep enjoying every km of your drive/ ride. A road journey in India is never ever tiring.

Photo credit: Amaan Singh Nagpal.

Wagamon (Vagamon) is an unbeatable place to chill out in Kerala

A bit of off-roading followed by a chilling out session at Wagamon (Vagamon) in Idukki district of Kerala (God's Own Country), India.

Wagamon (Vagamon) is an unbeatable place to chill out in Kerala.
- Who has been to Vagamon and when (month & year)?
- Please share some photos/ memories.

Photo credit: Abhinash Ps.

Chaksam Bridge is a must see during a drive to Tawang through the Sela Pass in Arunachal Pradesh

Sophie Pearce loved Tawang for many reasons but what remained etched in her mind was all the hidden gems on the treacherous car journey to Tawang through the Sela Pass!

Seen in the picture is Chaksam Bridge. It's the only one of its kind in India and there are only 2 chain bridges of this kind in the whole world! It was built in the 14th century.
She says that it’s a little off the beaten track but definitely a must for every visitor to Arunachal Pradesh, India.

Content & photo credit: Sophie Pearce (@thirdeyetraveller on IG), a solo female travel blogger from UK.

Road trip to Mysore Palace, Mysore, Karnataka

To enjoy the beauty of intricate artwork inside Mysore Palace and the adjoining sprawling lawns, budget for a minimum of 2 hours.
Mysore is a shade more than 3 hrs drive from Bangalore via Mandya, Srirangapatna.
Photo credit: Cipin Chandran.

Ambavilas Palace, otherwise known as the Mysore Palace, is a historical palace and a royal residence at Mysore in the southern Karnataka state of India. It is the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore.

India is best seen and enjoyed while traveling on road. Road travel in India is fast, comfortable, hassle-free, convenient, safe and affordable.
Foreigners should ideally form a team of 2 - 4 like minded travel buddies while exploring this huge and beautiful country on road. The culture, behavioral pattern and demographics change every 300 - 350 kms.

Buddhist monastery in the picturesque village of Likir in Ladakh, off Srinagar - Leh Highway

The Likir Monastery or Likir Gompa is one of the oldest and well maintained monasteries in Ladakh district in Jammu and Kashmir. The monastery is located in Likir village. It is believed to have been in existence since 11th century. The original name of Likir monastery is Klu-kkhyil gompa. Besides being the oldest, the monastery is also known for the 75 feet statue of Buddha.

About 52 kms west of Leh in Indus Valley, the picturesque village of Likir is believed to be among the oldest villages of India. Every Indian Roadie, Shetravels India, Backpacking India on Road, Global Roadie follower must visit, rather drive/ ride to the monastery which is about 9.5 kms north of the Srinigar to Leh highway.

Likir means the Naga encircled. The monastery got its name as it is believed two serpent spirits – Nanda and Taksako – guard it. The gompa belongs to Gelugpa sect of Buddhism which is also referred as Yellow Hat sect. It was founded by Tsongkhapa in 15th century.

Contact: Stanzin Takspa of Ladakh Trekking Old Likir Guest House, located right next to Likir Monastery in Ladakh. He can help connect Indian Roadie, Shetravels India, Backpacking India on Road, Global Roadie followers for short stays at the monastery.

Photo source: unknown.

View from the highest point in Key Monastery, Himachal Pradesh

View from the highest point in Key Monastery.
Photo credit: Walid Khoury (Writer, Director, Photographer), Walidart.com. (@artofwalid on Instagram).

Kye Gompa or Key Monastery is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery located on top of a hill at an altitude of 4,166 metres above sea level, close to the Spiti River, in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Lahaul and Spiti district, India.

Content source: Wikipedia.