KOLKATA | Exploring India's Third Largest Megacity

[@marianalicarich1819]

Oh, there are argentina flags in Kolkata! That city is overwhelming and vibrating. Greetings from Buenos Aires!

[@SK-xw4gu]

That was from the World Cup. Lionel Messi is God in these parts.

[@suvrodip]

Kolkata is crazy about Maradona messi and entire Argentina football team

[@Loki_God_of_Multiverse]

We love Messi.. Almost Whole West Bengal Covered with Argentina Flags during World Cup.. We celebrated whole night after the final...

[@Loki_God_of_Multiverse]

Maradona, Messi Both once Visited India and guess what the city was.. yup..it's Kolkata...😊

[@stretfordenders4013]

Bangladeshis we’re supporting Argentina as well

[@theboshman514]

I was in Kolkata for the first time as an adult last month. That Newmarket area (and north Kolkata in general) is one of the craziest places I've ever been. So chaotic, so draining, but so full of life. As a Canadian quite disconnected from my Bengali heritage, it made me hungry to learn more & also amazed that half my family comes from such a different place than I do. And hungry for more Kolkata food of course. What a fascinating place! Cheers Gabriel.

[@seemaprasad6677]

The Newmarket area used to be upscale and so much fun. Not the cheap packed area it is now, horrible. The fire, most think arson, destroyed it, the economy of Bengal was so bad the rich Marwaris, Parsees, etc left. The upscale (non-bengali, they are the ones with real money, bengalis spend it on food) need was not there. Now there is an upscale mall, but mostly foreign designers/merchandise. Not the posh atmosphere that Newmarket had.

[@matildamaher1505]

New market was the main place to shop. I was there last November, enjoyed it. I'm married settled in Perth.

[@tarmaskhalifa871]

U should thank ur parents for giving u a better life in Canada.

[@Sujit-ee8cs]

What percentage of Bengali did you find in new market ? 🤣 Even what percentage of indigenous Indian are there that's too doubtful!!

[@NabilxAiden]

Ur not Canadian

[@JumpingPlaces]

Gabe in India always seems extra special, Gabe in Greece too!

[@Swampzoid]

I've followed you a long time Gabriel and I find that your videos really go beyond exciting when you're in India.

[@stephenworthington-white8294]

India is amazing!!! Fun fact the second biggest banyan tree in the world is in a park in Kolkata. It looks like a forest but it is just one tree with over 700 secondary trunks!!! The park is huge too and is the only quiet part of the city that I know of. I really miss India. Happy Travels

[@anupammitra4791]

That park name is Botanical Garden. It is located on Kolkata's opposite bank on the river almost opposite to Kolkata dock.

[@Freedom-xk8se]

Densely populated Filthy country . Provery everywhere. Meanwhile rich Indians living in their self made bubbles

[@matgranger5061]

In Newtown Kolkata, it has the biggest park named Eco Park. This is present in the new part of the city. It has replicas of the 7 wonders of the world and a toy train running throughout the park.

[@shreyanghosh758]

It is not kolkata it is opposite side of the river

[@saladinchimaev-1643]

Yes amazing country dirty lol

[@joydeeproy1580]

I really admire Gabriel's effort to navigate through crowded streets to show us, Kolkata in all its charm and ugliness, this is what it is. Great video journalism, nothing fake here Believe me it is not easy to walk these Kolkata streets, it is not for faint hearted.

[@NamNam-qq6bd]

You absolutely nailed it, its definitely not easy.

[@reediamondhomes]

Gabriel hanged around a old section of Kolkata. Please check out Kolkata on KZbin. Absolute injustice to the many citizens of Kolkata.

[@srvbhmk265]

where do you see charm?

[@joydeeproy1580]

@@srvbhmk265 bengsli language

[@nicholasbartonlaw341]

Although Kolkata is cluttered, busy, and disheveled, your video reveals it is also full of color, sound, fragrance, food, and bustling and busy life. I like how you appreciate and are able to sense the underlying spirituality and history of the places you visit in India. It's understated, but clear in your video you sense it. As always, you show the real-ness of each place you visit, but you also manage to show its beautiful beating heart.

[@pscraft1337]

He literally picked the worst looking part of the city to be in. Lol

[@johnpanagiotopoulos8539]

Overcrowded polluted noisy dangerous loud smelly, whats not to like? Buy me a ticket scotty!

[@nicholasbartonlaw341]

@@johnpanagiotopoulos8539 Remember, all great journeys begin in the heart.

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS IS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER DO SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@smallcube-zn2mm]

@@nicholasbartonlaw341 Kolkata looks like city from african poor country

[@lindab6113]

Thank you so much for all of these amazing videos!!! As a mom in the US suburbs, I sure appreciate the vicarious trips to these fascinating places. Your editing and commentary is wonderful, thanks so so much ❤️🙏

[@GREAT-INDIAN-TRAVELLER]

Damn,you must have been rich

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS IS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER DO SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@sonalibibi5854]

Hi Where are you from Please reply

[@rajotavo]

These hand pulled 'rickshaws' only run ( in a limited radius) in Kolkata in India. However, u get these pre WWI transport in global cities like Tokyo, Hong Kong and maybe sm other Far Eastern cities as tourist transport and are expensive.. The origin of 'rickshaw' is Japanese [Rickshaw originates from the Japanese word jinrikisha (人力車, 人 jin = human, 力 riki = power or force, 車 sha = vehicle), which literally means "human-powered vehicle".]

[@HereToExplore009]

Love that you are in one of the most busy parts of Kolkata. While you're here Gabe. I would suggest you to have the culinary offerings of Bengal. The fish, the sweets and the street food. I'm sure you'll be having a great time in Drajeeling and Sikkim. Looking forward to more from you.

[@microsatellites]

Mishti doi, rasmalai, rasgolla. Unforgettable!

[@cruzin54321]

14:25 those little yellow cabs are so cute!

[@HereToExplore009]

@@cruzin54321 Yes, those are classic Ambassadors we have in Kolkata. One of the most popular forms of transport.

[@delongshots6800]

Hello Gabriel! Ive been following your journey for the last 5 years or so and I have to say Its incredible how you've stayed consistent with your travels and postings. Im even more astonished how you're so capable of embracing cultures that would be so alien to someone from the west. much love brother!

[@adataylor6793]

You are like a movie star in India! When you pass by people they turn their heads and watch you until they can't anymore! lol Love scanning with my eyes around your surroundings, it is so cool Gabriel...there is so much more to your videos, seeing you light up like a child on Christmas morning is what brings your videos to life as if we are right there with you!

[@satanjibsinha128]

Well said 🙏.... from Kolkata

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS IS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER DO SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@swarupadhikari3198]

Some Bogus people.

[@rahuldahoob]

Jbw... Just be white!!! 😂😂😂

[@Informativeeye]

I don't give a sh it.

[@lunachakraborty6211]

So similar, yet so very different! You showed the two Bengals so beautifully.

[@chrisc9869]

Hey, Gabriel. In my opinion, your last couple of videos in Bangladesh, and now these parts of India. Are incredibly fascinating. I just want to take a moment and acknowledge that. I can see your true passion for travel. I truly have been enjoying these last couple of videos. Keep up the great work.

[@cruzin54321]

Grueling schedule he is keeping as well. Kudos to him! Grateful because we are all traveling along with him, enjoying the ride.

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS IS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER DO SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@goostrey4210]

I wish you could raise your camera a few times to see the buildings, as I remember being really impressed by the Paris-like apartment buildings lining the streets near the Maidan (like Park Street) when I was there in the late 80s. The buildings at the time were dilapidated but really grand, and I hope they are now tastefully restored to their former glory.

[@anupamdas1811]

Those places of Kolkata and unique ways of discovery were really incredibly beautiful to realize the glorious heritage of old India in this special video. The greatness of India's major metro cities was very evident here. Thank you very much.

[@kipohara5992]

Your videos are amazing........keep 'em coming!!

[@susanparker5765]

That was great Gabe! This is bringing back a lot of fun memories. The flower market under the bridge was one of my best experiences in Kolkata. Thank you!

[@israr144]

0:55 those liquid in the jar are called nolen gur or date palm jaggery, winter delicacy of Bengal. it tastes heavenly and so the sweets made out of it in all the sweet shops across Bengal during winter. Kolkata is the sweet hub of India.

[@krantiwithshruti]

Gabriel is back to the place where he seems so comfortable and at Home ... Is it just me? Or Gabriel's India travels and videos are always always a LIL EXTRA Special !!!!!!

[@planetcell1733]

Lady Bali Wow.. Very nice classic city I like, it, s full atmosfir tradisionil harmonis people. When tour to Kal kata.. Thank, s good video. .

[@TwoMadExplorers]

Nice to see you in India 🇮🇳 we are currently exploring the south! Enjoy every second Gabriel 🙏🇮🇳

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Awesome, have a great trip.

[@Di-ok4il]

Great video, Kolkata is one of my favourite places in India, the Howrah Flower Market is amazing. Another incredible market is the Fruit and Vegetable Market at Sealdah in Kolkata it has to be seen at night and is mind blowing. They unload the produce in groups to tribal music. Then carry huge amounts into the market whilst walking in unison. Just incredible. Take care Di from Downunder.

[@timtense]

I'm currently in Kolkata and it's nice to see your perspective, Gabriel. Thanks for the great video, you are the OG travel vlogger!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool man, enjoy India. 👍✌

[@BengaliMcGinley]

I hope you had a good time. Will check your channel for vids 🤞🏻

[@kamrulhassan6560]

You are really a busy traveler when you visit bangladesh you upload videos every day You have not know Kolkata majority people are bangladeshi like your videos stay well stay safe from gazipur city bangladesh

[@kamrulhassan6560]

In populated city like dhaka gerbege system is not good but in bangladeshi other big cityes are clean and green i always think if forener plan to visit bangladesh please visit other big cityes and country sides not dhaka district

[@moonknight8693]

@@karenhensley3069 cause govt hardly try to teach people not to pollute they don't teach them in school other institution they just tell media once a year to advertise not to put garbage anywhere and than they forget about it. Public awareness is needed govt isn't trying. We had garbage bin every where in dhaka but those got stolen by government workers corruption. Than they put garbage bin again those got stolen again it was a great business not govt don't put garbage bins anymore and not creating any kind of public awareness anymore.

[@bimalmondal6009]

Rickshaw driver is smart, he first demanded Rs 500/ - but comromised with Rs 200/- , for Indian passenger it may not have more than Rs 50/-.

[@Nation806]

I give 20 😃

[@rose-kp4lf]

smelly stinky sticky

[@Pickchea]

Classic😂

[@rajsrivastav6940]

not smart CROOKED

[@girlwithoutacountry644]

The only place I got Indian price from drivers was Gujarat

[@borisstanislav4560]

Clean, quiet, relaxing, rich city...

[@aukvit5g]

Me from Kolkata, seems you are from central Europe, Slav region. No Kolkata is not either of them you said. It's highly noisy, polluted. But of course this is older part of city you saw. It's inner strength lies in its vitality. It's fighting power. It's cultural capital of India. It's a city of protest and a city of joy also.

[@muhamadfaizal2006]

🤣🤣🤣

[@roysession09323]

❤❤❤

[@ayushchakrabarty5543]

​@@muhamadfaizal2006Bangladeshi immigrant spotted

[@ayushchakrabarty5543]

​@@aukvit5g Look at its gdp and rank in india before judging whether its rich or not

[@wearemariners1889]

This is north kolkata. Most busiest places of west Bengal. Actually not only west Bengal but also One Of the busiest place of India. So much chaos and full of live. North kolkata have it's own beauty sometimes it's looks ugly from outside but it's an emotion for us.

[@whakjob]

As a fellow Calcuttain I feel bad that you were charged 500 for the rickshaw ride. But, that guy was just trying his luck, may have gone home and got some fish to eat with his family that day.

[@jonnyreggae100]

Exactly, some people have made negative comments but I am sure he was happy, perhaps the difference between eating and going hungry

[@mrbeanbanker102]

those bihari rikshaw pullers are Number 1 thief. they are the reason why most of the foreigners get cheated

[@bradentour3993]

Or got drunk and beat his wife and kids. Anything is possible 🤣🤣

[@Samisamo-ih2fk]

you are a great person

[@deadairconversion]

Excellent video as always brother. Safe travels ✌️

[@abdusshahid4920]

I have never been to Kolkata (or India for that matter) but Kolkata appears to be as chaotic, crowded, noisy and littered as Dhaka. There is one big difference I notice - sign boards on shops are mostly in English whereas in Dhaka sign boards are in Bengali.

[@aukvit5g]

It's bcoz your Bangladesh speaks only one language, but India is multilingual.

[@smallcube-zn2mm]

It's because Bangladeshi people are the true Bengali people, they sacrificed their life to save the language and established the only Bengali nation in the world.

[@souvikdey7688]

​@@smallcube-zn2mmhybrid Kanglu jol k Pani bola r Original bengali 😂😂 Chal Kanglu toder desh k pura 2 posai kina nebo Ami..😂😂

[@MrMazza4321]

@Gabe been waiting for you to reach here, I've enjoyed the journey so far...... can't wait for more. Thanks

[@juliebroglin9738]

Best part of the video when you showed us your happy face while hanging out the cab window like a kid! Glad you feel good about giving more tips to the drivers and rickshawallahs. Think about adding a button so we can send you tips to to help your traveling with guides, beer, drivers etc. Keep enjoying 🎉

[@SCHOOLOFLIGHT]

Nice one man! I am heading back to India for a 10th anniversary of a life changing trip to the north. Came here to see what Kolkata felt like, and you took me there. Thanks man

[@GrillinandChillinwithMojo]

Great channel sir. Long time follower

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool, thanks for watching.

[@SuiGenerisAbbie]

Gabriel has quite the loyal fan following.

[@SavageTraveling]

Looking good bud! Killing it!!

[@ivormectin9889]

Great to hear Kolkata is also your favourite of the big 4 Gabriel. You mentioned the ‘vibe’ -I think the people there are generally more self confident politically and culturally.

[@sandratessem9980]

Good morning from rainy Arizona 43 degrees. Amazing videos.

[@matthewmorris7510]

You can get down into that flower market, and get through to the bathing ghats you show near the end of the video when you are looking from the bridge. Nice video, makes me want to go back.

[@dianejaegge6347]

Another great video Gabriel. Enjoyed every minute of it.

[@moltenhotmedia1048]

Wow. I’ve never been pulled by a human before. I hope he can afford a bicycle one day.

[@CAPTINjacksparrow]

Yea it’s sick this dude wanted to “experience” it

[@SattickDas2001]

He can afford it mate. He simply keeps the old tradition alive and also charges a huge premium. You also find this in Japan and it's more like a tourist attraction.

[@RolloTonéBrownTown]

​@@SattickDas2001Correct. I think people do themselves and their travels a big disservice by assuming any other culture besides their own is backwards. Bro probably was on leg/cardio day and might as well pocket a few extra money units while you exercise

[@NadaSwara1230]

what do you mean by pulled? do you mean interested?

[@RolloTonéBrownTown]

@@NadaSwara1230 they are referring to the rukruks or whatever. The carts that people ride in while another guy pulls them

[@RealSpaceHobo]

You and India, Gabe - were meant to be - the place where you obviously mesh more than anywhere else and I seen you a lot of places now. India truly is a heartbeat experience.....also challenging, but so rewarding.....🙂

[@shankarganguly6407]

Till the state of Bihar Ganga or Ganges is the name, once it enters Bengal it gets split into two- one flows South wards which is the 'Hooghly' and another one flows further east and enters Bangladesh which is 'Padma'. Hence both of these are Ganges.

[@miahmakhon]

The Ganges becomes the river Padma in Bangladesh while the brahmaputra river becomes the jamuna river.

[@shankarganguly6407]

@@miahmakhon yes. My bad.

[@travels129]

YOU DESERVE AN AWARD FOR YOUR VIDEOS !!!

[@dee74raz]

KZbin should do some ceremony awards like the Oscar’s, where content makers can win special category awards like the best traveller content.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

There's the Streamy awards: www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/2022-youtube-streamy-awards-winners-1235274871/

[@dee74raz]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos Interestingly there is no subject awards for travel in that article. I think KZbin should expand their awards to include more categories such as travel.

[@lordsnodgrass-smythe8942]

Thanks for posting this mate. Fascinating. Good luck on your travels.

[@res2277]

That Taxi at 2:44 has blowed my mind. Really enjoying your videos gabe, great to see you enjoy your self, wish you always great and safe travelling ways.

[@cruzin54321]

NO SHOES! How does he do it?!! Much respect but is that his personal choice? I feel terrible just watching this, what a struggle it must be. Hope his feet stay healthy.

[@SK-xw4gu]

@@cruzin54321 Believe it or not. Many people are very comfortable walking without any footwear. Especially in his profession. Imagine the number of shoes he will wear out in a year, if he were to wear one.

[@bazlur-Vancouver]

btw, most of the hand rickshaw pullers are Hindi speaking and mostly from Bihar I heard.

[@tanongsakmhuentoei2715]

I've visited this city 20 years ago. Love from Thailand.

[@GABANCHANNEL]

how do you reduce the noise from the outside ..? the sound in your video doesn't sound too noisy when you shoot in that kind of environment...

[@ARNABOSS]

that is Asia's biggest flower market down there, you just saw a glimpse of it real biz time is in the wee hours of early morning around 4am

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I see, very interesting.

[@jamiecramer5834]

Sensory overload! Not sure I could handle this for long, but VERY interesting. Makes me want to read "Holy Cow, An Indian Adventure" again.

[@matildamaher1505]

I'm from Kolkata, married to an Australian living in Perth. I was there last November, walked the places you've been,, new market, Howrah bridge to the railway station.

[@jacksondrake-lost]

Ok it might be one of the biggest cities in India but it has a really warm small town vibe?! Just seems warmer and more relaxed compared to Mumbai. You can feel the deep culture here great video!

[@soumyadeeplovestoexplore6631]

Yesterday I was there in that bustling area near the Howrah bridge, as I was in a way for my work. Would you like to say in which time, had you been there through?

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Very cool. This was around 2-3 in the afternoon yesterday.

[@soumyadeeplovestoexplore6631]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos oh.. I was there just around 1 hour before.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Awesome. 👍👍

[@ABO-Destiny]

The title of 'City of Joy' was actually given very recently by the French novelist 'Dominique Lapierre' in his work of same name.

[@jennyoshea1958]

Looks a fabulous, happening city. The British influence is apparent in the Victorian architecture, which is evocative of some of the red bricked buildings in South Kensington, London; still. Rocking it, Gabriel 😊 Cute, yellow cabs 👏🎺✨

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS IS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER DO SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@petefraser3013]

Loved this episode. Thanks for capturing the chaos

[@alonerpro]

The intensity and vibe of Kolkata can't be found in any other in India.

[@SuperSubhankar007]

kudos for portraying the busiest part of Kolkata so beautifully

[@marktrvls1218]

Nice video, catches the colour and atmosphere of the Indian streets very well 👍

[@wilfredotorres6628]

Hi Gabriel, it's no wonder why India is a commercial attraction for businesses a large city that has everything to offer no wonder many travelers voyaged out for spices in abundance. Spices like Turmeric, Cumin, Coriander, Cilantro, Cinnamon, Fennel, Nutmeg, and Cloves to name a few and that doesn't include medical plants like Ashwagandha, Neem, Lemongrass, Mint, and Curry leaves. India is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating places in the world.

[@joydeeproy1580]

Today it is the top class universities in India and what they are mass producing.

[@stereomaster4231]

Tumeric is a very useful antiinflammatory

[@lonniewilliamson2569]

One word Gabe- Amazing!

[@joydeeproy1580]

West Bengal has missed out on Indian economic boom due to political corruption in the state since 70s. Today most of its educated youth have migrated elsewhere for a better life.

[@prasunkumarray9645]

when u have uncontrolled migration from bimaru baby making factory states u will have no other option but to go elsewhere in search of jobs coz there will be nothing left

[@AnnaMargolin]

When I was in Kolkata, I took a short taxi ride from my hotel (called The Peerless Inn) to a combination boat/hotel called, appropriately enough, Boatel. I sat on the top of the boat, ate kofta, and looked at the Hoogly River to my heart's content. I was also able to view some trains passing by on the other side of the Boatel.

[@donboscow9291]

Are you an Indian? Where are you from?

[@gnolan4281]

Gabriel speaks English slowly and carefully. It's the sign of someone who has spent a lot of time with those who speak English but not as their first language.

[@himaneychaudhary394]

Wonderful video Gabriel🌻

[@mikeyscott9336]

Awesome vibes gabriel thank you Kolkata looks chaotic but chilled chaos, unlike delhi where i went. Had the pleasure of a couple of 3 month trips in India stayed mainly North. First time and god was that full on Varanasi from nepali border by local bus 30 rupees i think for 13 hrs, Gaya ( oh my lord ) , Bodhgaya for xmas day, 2 day train to Hardiwar then Rishikesh( so love this place used it as a chill out between missions), Rajasthan, Amritsar, Rishikesh, McCleod Ganj then Delhi to my mates wedding in Nagasaki. Never travelled further than Europe. before 39 years. best experience ever and before india, 3 months in Nepal trekked to ABC did a month long tefal course and two weeks in Tibet to Mount Kailash, go to Kailash dude , Im going back as i only got into the valley a cock up with the guide and rest days did me in sadly but so incredible. That was 2010 , then 2015back to Nepal EBC three weeks did the extra week walking to Lukla, then went across east nepal border into darjeeling, into Sikkim wonderful but had a close call with a guy showing me around some, gang attacked him, Sikkim otherwise was wonderful don't pick up random locals for guides lesson learnt, but everything is an experience, felt protected anyway, i was ok but full on, then Delhi and a wondrous time in Leh , Ladak Kalachakra in 2014. Went to Srinigar saw supposed tomb of Jesus and had a crazy messed up houseboat experience then more lovely Leh time, bus down to Manali , back to Dharamsala then home . Can't wait to return so much i want to see, I almost went to Kolkata but avoided it as i thought it was too full on, it looks full on but friendly thank you for the experience now Bless you man :) Namaste X

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Epic adventures man, those are all the best places.

[@lizcarlyle2477]

Going to India is like taking a psychedelic trip! Wow, what a country!✳

[@traderboi2662]

Dear God almighty, why do you want to see that ****?

[@FSVR54]

Why not? You're crazy and unadventurous.

[@lilth501]

Gabriel obviously has a very open heart. I like the fact he walks through a city where very few westerners easily tread outside their tour groups

[@MisterTMH]

Indian travel is like an acid trip. Yes very much so.

[@SimonIredale-h6g]

Kolkata is human life laid bare: the good, the bad; the beautiful, the ugly; the young & the old.... whatever it is, Kolkata will show you it all, and then some. Kolkata is truly unique - and I love it. Great video, although wish more time spent inside New Market ( Hogg Market ).

[@Yourcosmicsoulsister]

Thank you for the background info. I trying to learn about Kolkata for a school project I have to do.

[@JustGraphic87]

Love your vlogs, the way you speak, and the soothing bg music you use, the way you showed the beauty of Kolkata was awesome, I loved your EBC trek video also, sad to see some people here overcharges more from foreigners, im from Kolkata and have seen this happening a lot, that rickshaw puller was asking 500 from you then 300 the actual price for that ride from Esplanade the area he dropped you should not be more than 50 inr, I love it here in Kolkata because Siliguri is near and from there we can visit many hill stations, I visit Darjeeling when I get time, it's much colder out there and I prefer cold weather

[@emilymary1436]

What a neat city, so many vibrant colors and open markets.

[@martinc.720]

@Mr Wonder ??

[@MuhammadIamhardBrucelee]

Lol you should have visited Calcutta a few decades ago when it was just a big open sewer. I have some really bad memories of visiting the city during my childhood.

[@anupammitra4791]

@@MuhammadIamhardBrucelee Improvement is better.

[@matgranger5061]

@@MuhammadIamhardBrucelee This is the Old part of the city. The new part of the city is very modern, developed and clean. Hope he visits the new part of the city also.

[@martinc.720]

@@MuhammadIamhardBrucelee This is completely irrelevant to the video and to the current situation. Of course things change over decades!

[@rmwgroup3465]

The honking...man oh man, drives you insane!!

[@vishalsarate3834]

Thanks dear, I am Vishal from Mumbai and after watching your video willing to be visit to Kolkata. Thanks 😊

[@votejohndoe1038]

Gabe your awesome keep up the good work

[@subratachakravarty3427]

I became glad to see that you are curious about kolkata, its people & about the Holy river the ganges ie the Hooghly. It seems you are hard working. Go ahead and become a successful youtuber. Waiting for next adventurous video. Thanks.

[@subhadeepdey8881]

There is a famous person lives at kolkata and he looks very similar to you his name is "RODDUR ROY"

[@DrS-Patter-Patterson]

Thanks for the video, just booked up for there with a friend!

[@Tips4_Trips]

Great video 👍

[@stellamarina4123]

A Fabulous video! Thank you. I never thought of going to Kolkata but it is on my list of possibles now.

[@matgranger5061]

This is the Old part of the city. Avoid this part. It's very chaotic with narrow roads. Go to the new part of the city which is very modern, developed and clean.

[@stellamarina4123]

And boring!@@matgranger5061

[@ranajit2355]

If you really come to Cal please come during durgapuja.normally held in october

[@danielgloverpiano7693]

This is hardcore and exasperating. I have traveled in a few exotic places, including mainland China, but this is about the most intense place I can imagine. Thanks for taking us there so we can decide if it’s worth visiting. I have my doubts.

[@kmkhare385]

Kotatta was cultured & fascinating city. Unfortunately Left & TMC govt looted state awfully. City is infested with jihadi elements who trigger stone pelting stabbing vandalization of Hindu homes, rape of women arson. TMC govt sheltered nurtured Bangladeshi intruders at large who are core voters of TMc. So TMC govt appease then & suppress Hindu community. Hindus are persecuted & can't celebrate function. Hindus can't stage procession on festivals. City is on heap of explosion.

[@danielgloverpiano7693]

@@kmkhare385 sad

[@Panda-oh7uu]

​@@danielgloverpiano7693 bro this account is the propaganda of the fascist hindu party supporters called the Bharatiya Janata party (BJP). Look at the statistics, Kolkata is the most safest city in the entire India. Don't just get ur facts from random Indians like these. They are unemployed and have an unnatural expertise in spreading lies. People are quite happy here in majority. Plus TMC Party has its own disadvantages politically which I am not denying but Hindus getting persecuted left right and centre is completely hilarious.

[@CripplingDuality]

​@@danielgloverpiano7693yes, hindutvadi victim mentality is pretty sad in a funny way

[@harshvardhansingh8883]

Well if you don't wanna visit the crowded places there are also other less crowded and better organized parts of the city you know (which is actually much bigger in terms of area). These KZbinr like showing just this one part for views

[@bidyutchatterjee5817]

Very nice video. City of Joy nicely covered by heart touching description by you

[@simonman3042]

Super!!! I love & LIKE all your videos Gabriel. Love from the UK ❤

[@KnightAnish01]

Kolkata is the best city of India. ❤❤❤

[@davidgower2848]

Amazing. Proper travelling. Thanks for videos. I think you need to find a nice Himalayan retreat to put your feet up for a few days....

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

That's where I'm headed tomorrow.

[@marvinsalamero9111]

Wowwww What a nice Intense, So very Busy Beautiful 💕❤️ City of Kolkata India, nice Business, Markets, Street foods, Vegetables, fruits, and Others, Thank u so much sir Gabe, For your Wonderful walk around tour video stay safe Godbless from your solid fan supporter Viewer from the Philippines 🇵🇭 sir Marvin ❤️💕👏👏👏👍🙂🙏👏👏

[@griopfrew3260]

Very very good and very interesting my friend ☺️☺️

[@paulgianni]

Thank you for this video. What time of day are you travelling? The noise is INCREDIBLE! Is Kolkata always this loud or is it loudest in the area where you currently are?

[@odetteturcotte4729]

do you take a lot of probiotics before your travel to india? Do you eat food from the street canteen?

[@antiowarr9467]

LOL 1am here in Toronto Canada, was just going to bed and this popped up now I gotta stay up for another bit... All cool though Cheers

[@martinc.720]

Doing the same here in Ottawa!

[@antiowarr9467]

@@martinc.720 lol ok bed time zzzzzzzzz

[@JeromeArmstrong]

You are hella hardcore, rolling off the flower market into the stalls off of Cotton Street's market and eating the fruit handled from the vendor! Respect if that is the type of hardware you carry

[@pal333]

India just makes you feel alive.

[@astrogeo1]

What is the temperature there ?

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Perfect, not hot or cool, just pleasantly warm, highs around 80F/27C.

[@hanafischer1232]

How much does taxi and hotel cost?

[@TheGoGuy]

Unbelievable scenes Gabe, making me miss India so much. 🇮🇳❤

[@ahilkhan8820]

Thank you so much for all of these amazing video

[@JesseStLouis]

Kolkata looks like a bit more interesting and mellower vibe than Delhi that's for sure

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Kolkata is the best of the big cities in India in my opinion. I'll plan to come back and see more at some point.

[@FSVR54]

Where does Mumbai rank? It has some beautiful parts

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

@@FSVR54 I only visited there once, in 1999 so my memory isn't that clear. From what I recall though it might be my second favorite Indian city, certainly more interesting than Chennai or Bangalore and maybe better than Delhi, but I'd have to go back and check it out again.

[@jinefermalubay]

hi just want to know how much you spent in dollars while staying there in Kolkata from hotel with bed and breakfast to street foods offered by the locals and which one is "tasty", please also include the fares for the transpo.. thanks!

[@jadejagk8623]

Hi gabrial again welcome back to india have one question in general which camera you use mobile ya go pro ? And is 360 degree cameras is better then go pro ?

[@mcmagdayoga]

India is a global flower essences industry that supplies perfume makers such as Dior or Chanel, those huge bags of petals are for that but the garlands are for worships, thst was a great shot from above 🤩

[@mr.sts.p]

Wow what a busy place Kolkata.