A motorbike ride.

by Ojus Samudre (India)

Making a local connection India

This story is about my motorbike ride to leh and Ladakh region in the northern India. The ride was amazing I started my ride at Delhi the capital rode to Amritsar, Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Pangong lake, Nubra valley and other parts. I rode in the highest temperatures and the lowest temperatures. The best part was riding when snow fall. It was my first time and it was very exciting. The views were amazing, It is a must visit place once in your lifetime. Travelling not only gives your great views, adventures but it also teaches you about the cultures, the people, the amazing food. It teaches you about life. Travelling gives you life lessons too. On my way back Google maps took me to remote places where I couldn't find anything. I just had a water bottle. It was around 40° C when I was riding. There was no sign of life around me. And I was low on petrol too. I had not had my lunch too because it was so hot and I couldn't eat anything I was just drinking water. I was stuck in the middle of no where.. somehow managed to reach the petrol bunk.. it was already 9 PM. I was 250 kms away from my destination I was very tired I couldn't even ride my bike. I saw a dhaba (local indian restaurant) and had some food there. The people there were so kind they made me sleep there and suggested me not to go as I was very tired. I stayed there for the night. Slept and left early the next morning. This ride had taught me many lessons. It was the best ride I have done till now. And I wish to have some great adventures like this in the future too. I am very passionate about travelling, I want to travel the whole world and to a new place everytime. I hope I get this opportunity to travel and experience new places and adventures.