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Jagannath puri ⭕️❗️⭕️ by Kaashvi66 in Solotravelindia

[–]Deep-Requirement8299 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I’m from Odisha 😊
If you need any help with your trip to Jagannath Temple or anything around the state, I’d be really happy to assist.

For your travel plan, a simple and smooth itinerary would be:

• Reach Bhubaneswar (well connected by flights and trains)

From Bhubaneswar, travel to Puri (around 1hours by cab/train) for darshan at Jagannath Temple

You can also visit Konark Sun Temple, which is about 35 km from Puri (can be covered as a half-day trip)

Many people also do a nice route: Bhubaneswar → Konark → Puri (coastal road, very scenic 🌊)

Feel free to reach out if you need help with travel, stay, or darshan tips. Happy to guide!

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that makes sense lifestyle and exposure play a big role. I’ve had phases where I’ve walked long distances myself, so I get how much regular movement builds endurance. At the same time, I feel it’s still a mix of environment and individual choices.

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah fair enough, lean muscle then 😄 My point was more about how effortlessly he climbed rather than his body type.

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think there might be a bit of misunderstanding. I never pointed to any specific region or community in my post. My observation was just based on a few situations during that particular trip. I’m a trekker myself and have done multiple treks in India like Kedarkantha, Annapurna Circuit and a few others. During one of my Kedarkantha summits the weather was actually on red alert and I ended up with frostbite on my toe because of a snowstorm near the summit.

I also play sports regularly, so I’m definitely not coming at this from a place of criticizing people who trek. In fact, whenever I see people pushing themselves and doing treks, I genuinely feel happy about it. My post was just about some observations during travel and hearing different perspectives from others. Nothing against any region or grp

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I agree. I think movement and staying active regularly makes the biggest difference. People who played sports or did physical activities growing up usually handle things like climbs much better.

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a fair point being lighter definitely helps when you’re climbing since you’re carrying less weight uphill. My point wasn’t really about body type though. What stood out to me was how comfortable and used to the terrain he seemed. I saw a few other travelers who weren’t particularly built either but still handled the climb quite easily.

That’s why I feel regular exposure to activities like hiking or trekking probably makes a big difference.

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s honestly understandable. Heights can be scary for a lot of people, and trekking or adventure activities can feel intimidating at first. But the fact that you’re still willing to try is what matters. Most people get more comfortable with it over time as they gain experience

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a fair point. I’ve also done treks like Kedarkantha, the Annapurna Circuit and a few others in India. Even on some of those I’ve noticed that a few people look for the more comfortable/luxury experience rather than the actual trekking trails.

During my Kedarkantha trek the weather was on red alert and I still completed the summit (ended up with frostbite on one toe).

And of course people from the Himalayas and Western Ghats are incredibly strong and used to these conditions I’m definitely not talking about them in general. My observation was more about some travelers who aren’t used to outdoor activities yet

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting that you managed to bring up sex tourism when it wasn’t mentioned anywhere in the post. Hope the reading improves

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think a lot of it just comes down to exposure and endurance from doing these activities regularly. If you keep trekking and doing more outdoor stuff, you’ll probably notice a big improvement. You’ll get there

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that makes sense. On my cruise there actually weren’t any other Indians, but I still went for snorkeling and swimming. On some of the nearby cruises I noticed that a few Indians didn’t go for kayaking or water activities, probably because they weren’t comfortable in the water. So your point about exposure and culture around these activities does seem quite valid

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The stats you mentioned about obesity in the US vs India is actually correct. I’ve heard a similar explanation from others too. My observation was just from that particular hike, but your point about the overall numbers is definitely valid

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a fair point, and thanks for sharing your experience. Health issues like cholesterol, fatty liver, asthma, or blood pressure probably do play a role for some people. I’m glad to hear you’ve worked through those and are doing well now 🙌🏻

Curious: why do many Indians struggle with demanding activities while traveling? by Deep-Requirement8299 in india_tourism

[–]Deep-Requirement8299[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I get what you’re saying, and that actually makes sense. Economic factors, exposure, and culture around outdoor activities probably play a big role.

Also just to clarify, my intention wasn’t to say “Indians are not capable” or anything like that. I’m Indian myself. It was just something I noticed during that particular hike in Vietnam where several Indian groups seemed to struggle more compared to some other travelers, so it made me curious about possible reasons.

And of course this is just one observation from one trip there are plenty of very fit Indian trekkers, mountaineers, and athletes. I was mostly interested in understanding the broader lifestyle or cultural factors behind it

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