Riding to KASHMIR with a MILITARY CONVOY

In this episode, I am riding from Kargil, in Ladakh, to beautiful Srinagar, Kashmir. To get there, I have to get over the Zoji Pass, and I end up in the largest military convoy I have ever seen in my life..
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[@josephsamuel9398]

I am a retired soldier from Indian Army. Good to see the places where I was deployed through your videos.

[@MyDopy]

Thank you for your service.

[@talkingdrops]

Thankyou for your service sir, respect

[@AdivasiSoro-gi9qc]

Respect for you sir ji From Gujarat ❤

[@9876karthi]

Thank you

[@devsingh99990]

Salute u sir..Jai maa bharti

[@rankingresearchdata]

Let me clear who are confused for military trucks. This road to kargil specially built for military vehicles movement by Border road organisation and EME, a branch of indian army. There are approximately 100-150 trucks with 2 army men in each. These trucks are use for logistics of daily vegetables, milk , ration, grocery, suppliment for personal and their families who deployed in region. These are also use by EME for construction purpose like building bridges and engeneering things. I remember when there was landslide on Jammu highway, my father's unit feed thousands people who were stucked in that blockage and i was there in army residential area near chenab river .

[@TheDivineQuarks-gf8gq]

All roads of kashmir are overloaded because of large convoys moving each day from one camp to another especially the national highway.

[@rankingresearchdata]

@@TheDivineQuarks-gf8gq not at all... There are 100 times more civil trucks movement on the highway of Jammu & Kashmir without those trucks logistics would suck and there's no railway in Kashmir so trucks are heavily used for logistics

[@Inder_pal_singh]

@@rankingresearchdata he is correct brother, i am from kashmir, movements happens between camps,

[@AbhayPeshin]

As an indian, i think kashmir needs better roads, kashmir should also get statehood after the infrastructure backlog is completed.

[@Inder_pal_singh]

@@AbhayPeshin agree, but better keep it union territory for next 2 decades.

[@funworld6924]

I'm a soldier in the indian army and i have been following ur channel for many months. Thank you for recalling my days in the convoy in the same road u took.

[@ritwikbasak4960]

Thank you for the service 🙏🏻

[@SatyamKumarJha-ui7mq]

Sir I really appreciate our indian army because they safe us from 2 kind of wild animals persent in our 2 neighbour country

[@Aashu299]

Jai Hind 🫡

[@yudhistirs]

And your soldier instinct doesn't trigger any warning signs, yet?

[@tgr666.]

How many civilians did you kill in fake encounter when you were posted there

[@TheArchmage100]

You've got real Indian biking skills. 💪🏼Driving in those dangerous terrains isn't easy at all. And hats off to the Indian Army. ❤

[@capteagle9]

Buddy people outside are better than us in riding bikes

[@nashtrashcool]

@@capteagle9 lmao how brother?

[@TheArchmage100]

@capteagle9 Indeed they are! With special training for motorsports like MotoGP, Isle of Man TT, Dirt bike n stuffs. Can't deny that but who trains us to ride bikes like that here in India? For foreigners, A bike is for pleasure and sports only. And in India, Bikes are for daily commuting, So riding bikes is our DAILY pleasure and sports. So practically, Yes we're not as best as MotoGP racers but We're damn good as born riders and I'm proud of that.

[@TheArchmage100]

@@capteagle9 So that way, We spend our time with our bikes heck more than anyone in this world.

[@asingha94]

@@nashtrashcool Don't be a cringe

[@zig6234]

While I do love your trip through Africa, India is truly beautiful. Nice job Noraly.

[@NewSkiwi]

As an African I totally agree. Had no idea how beautiful Inda is.

[@diogenes1815]

I road an Enfield 500 over some of those passes back in 1998, this video really throws me back, amazing how the roads and bikes have improved so much.

[@mirekkrcmar3517]

hardly to find words of respect ... you are simply great, really ... I have my moto chopper Yamaha XVS1100 Dragstar pretty heavy, not siutable for such a ride ... hope to see you some day on the road in Europe or neighborhood :-) Good luck, stay safe and always wheels down!! 👍✋

[@vineetbansal8377]

You are simply a great Rider and a true inspiration for all the Riders…Hats off to you ...🙏🇮🇳

[@PremKumar-pn7rn]

@@NewSkiwi thanks welcome to india

[@MatheusBrazilll]

Beautiful country 🇧🇷🤝🇮🇳

[@alnatsya]

Brazil is also a beautiful country! would love to visit.

[@MatheusBrazilll]

@@alnatsya you will be welcome

[@blackdiamondbd2158]

idk why brazilians loves us!! and let me tell u we also love Brazil!!.. we often plays brazil songs.. like brazil lalallalalalal.. at the djs

[@WizGam]

I assure you brother every Indian teen Know about the Brazilian football 🙏🏻

[@girirajchhetri5575]

As a soldier i am proud to serve in this part of the country.

[@kishorekingsteel7624]

Love u sir ❤ for your service

[@arumoy3925]

Thank you for Service sir

[@ritwikbasak4960]

Thank you for the service 🙏🏻

[@yashkumar6701]

love you sir

[@yudhistirs]

And your soldier instinct doesn't trigger any warning signs, yet?

[@davidmatthews3093]

My father was born and grew up in India and often used to talk about the summers spent on the houseboats. Like many European families they used to go up to the lakes to escape the heat at lower altitudes. Another great video. 🙂🙂

[@ka0166]

How old are you when was this?

[@davidmatthews3093]

@@ka0166That was in the 1930s. My grandmother was also born in India, she was the daughter of an Irish farming family who emigrated there. She lived in India for most of her life. When she was about 65 she came to the U.K. to live with my aunt but disliked it so much she returned to India for another 10 years.

[@AshleyPomeroy]

I've always wondered it must have been like leaving India and finding yourself in Macclesfield or Slough, with the rain and the soot etc. It must have been a huge come-down. Off the top of my head Joanna Lumley was born in Kashmir but moved to the UK at an early age.

[@asmirann3636]

​@@AshleyPomeroyWell those people stole lot of money from India. Posting to India was a dream job for many colonizers because that meant that they would come back with a lot of plunder. So who cares what they felt. They probably stole enough for a couple of generations and build estates in Britain. Anyway they were worse than the worst of N*zis in Germany and their plunder and crimes against humanity should be exposed to the world.

[@breitie804]

@@AshleyPomeroy Correct, Joanna Lumley was born right there in the lake district. One of her travel videos shows exactly where.

[@TT-rl4su]

What a beautiful country, INDIA! As a Kashmiri, my thanks to the Indian army for working in such harsh conditions. My eyes were tearing up seeing my ancestor land and the beautiful mountains.

[@zayn1857]

Please come back.

[@SevenplusShakya]

Jai hind ❤.

[@shahzadaltaf9227]

LPC Kashmir is forKashmirs not Indian army .

[@SevenplusShakya]

@@shahzadaltaf9227 and all Kashmiri are indian. India army present for there protect. Against Pakistani terrorist group. And china

[@frankraw9991]

Looks like a preparation for WW3?

[@gix8464]

The BRO is just incredible . Infrastructure growth in border areas is just fabulous. I went to kashmir 2 years ago .

[@Sumit-rp5mx]

Some comments says India's roads are worst they have seen, and I don't see nothing wrong

[@irfanshalistani]

Love from Ladakh vlogs ❤

[@TheRealGigaCat]

​@@Sumit-rp5mx I think you should speak normal English instead of hood one? Double negative? You don't find anything wrong? Or do you find it wrong? Also what? The road or that statement? 😅

[@robinclint7023]

My Father used to be a military truck driver for 15 years, he was deployed throughout India and served in kashmir as well. I am so proud while seeing your video, how scary the moutains and passes are. Thanks for visiting

[@jyotimeena7191]

My father was aslo a truck driver in 274 field regiment Mt havaldar bhuwan Singh meena

[@sudeshkumarmahapatra7326]

Thank you to your dads for their service to the nation

[@augustland8952]

I am from India so I would like to say you can overtake military convoys in a normal day if the road have enough room to pass except if there is an emergency that they need to move quickly....our army is very friendly ❤❤❤

[@rajivtodankar6023]

Yes our Army is very friendly with nice people ❤❤ but when its a war enemy run in another direction😂. Love our Army

[@BenG78]

I went to do a job for an Indian family, here in WA, all I can remember is the kindness of the mom coming out every day with a tray of chai tea cups and Madeleine cookies; even the workers would have a cup of tea. Very nice people!

[@Westralia]

WA as in Washington or Western Australia

[@randomgoodvideos1569]

Hey, I am indian so i can say this, when ever some construction or some work is going on in our houses or our properties, we give tea and lunch to all our workers and their supervisors. Its a thing, we do.

[@BenG78]

@@Westralia Washington US

[@arpanabinaswar1811]

Nice to know that Family is Carrying forward the tradition of Hospitality.

[@nileshjoshi4232]

It's pretty common in India to offer food or tea to whoever is present in the house at that time of the day... We offer food and snacks even to the maid who work in the house. Bcoz many of them work long hours so we don't know if they got chance to eat food.. So we just offer them

[@an56790]

Don't worry guys, these are the convoys carrying winter supplies for the harsh oncoming winter at the forward posts.😊

[@Memeshunter234]

Just normal routine exercise 😊

[@Sanjeev_iam]

A normal thing for a military driver deployed in these fwd areas 😅

[@AbhishekSingh-zv2tn]

@@Memeshunter234 normal rotation of troops and supply

[@arpanabinaswar1811]

11:12 Nope its actually Troop rotation happening not mere Winter Supply.... Look at the Swathi Wepon locating radar Control Module in that vechile it travels along with the Convoy. Also Unit Command module was moving along the Convoy

[@striker44]

Keeping India's borders safe and defend constant threats and intrusions from neighborhood adversaries. 💪

[@tomorrowisanotherday12]

Wow. India is breathtaking. I've been to the south and the northern states but could never make it beyond Delhi in the North. Hopefully, I'll get to visit again someday and explore these remaining bits.

[@shobhitdagur1086]

It will take atleast 3 months if you want to explore India's beauty

[@CW-rx2js]

The issue is most foreigners only go to the dirty parts of North India like Delhi and the UP belt. Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh are beautiful

[@RAJ_GADHAVI]

Bro u missed the main beauty 😅. Now come back to India & complete your task 😂. Our hindu ancestors used to say that "kashmir is heaven on earth" u will definitely feel that beauty if u come. ❤

[@neo-baldwin]

I've never seen this long military convoy in my entire life and what a wonderful house boat. Thank you for filming.

[@yumi-e2o]

You know India has 2 nuclear power and peaceful neighbours - China and Pakistan, that's so much peace, that's why we need so much military there in Kashmir.

[@SPmis]

​@@yumi-e2o😂😂 Peaceful and friendly Neighbour

[@recumbentrocks2929]

That millitary convoy was insane! Love the lake and boat houses, quite magical. What a beautiful place to live.

[@darylneal989]

@@alicedejanze4027 Hello. Why is not such a good place to live now?

[@darylneal989]

Not such a beautiful place*

[@SevenplusShakya]

These are the convoys carrying winter food supplies for the harsh upcoming winter

[@arlandaplanespotting]

I have to admit that nothing compares to India and the Himalayas. Love all of Noralys adventures but this is on the top 😊

[@alanfoster6589]

Pun intended?

[@arlandaplanespotting]

@@alanfoster6589 🙈 No but now I see what you are meaning..

[@pavankumarpatil8901]

@@alanfoster6589 which nationality are you from? There's no pun in his comment.

[@boardrigger]

@@pavankumarpatil8901 The Himalaya are considered the "Top" of the world. Get it now?

[@pavankumarpatil8901]

@@boardrigger oh. 😁

[@lefterisgeorgiou4424]

Congratulations my girl! You have done such an amazing job. I hadn't seen the beautiful landscape of India until now! Have safety trips in your life! Greetings from Athens Greece 🇬🇷!!!

[@Semiconductor-0.3]

Thanks for not falling into Western media propaganda, they only shows the worst parts, but in reality Northeast India, Northern India and South India are no less to heaven. Greetings to Greece🇬🇷

[@sauravkumarchand9691]

India has got everything from Snow Capped Mountains Peaks and Hills, Glaciers, Cold Desert, Frozen Valleys, Frozen Waterfalls, Frozen Lakes, Frozen Rivers, River Islands, Coral Oceanic Islands, White, Black, Clay Beaches, Caves (Historical Man Made and Stalactites, Stalagmites), Canyons, Hot Desert, White Desert, Red Desert, Waterfalls, Table Mountains, Hillocks, Rocky Hills, Plateaus, Plains, Ravines Badlands, Active Volcanic Peak, Mud Volcanoes, Forests-Alpine, Temperate, Sub Tropical, Evergreen, Rain, Mangrove, Lakes (Freshwater, Saltwater, Backwaters, Artificial Man Made), Cascades, Gorges, Estuaries, Lagoons, Swampy Marshlands, Grasslands, River Basins, Diverse species of Flora and Fauna, Wettest Place on Earth, Asia's Cleanest Village, Heritage Gardens, Tulip Gardens, 2nd Coldest Inhabited Place on Earth, World's Highest Motorable Road Network, 3rd Highest Village on Earth, Prehistoric Sites, Dinosaurs Fossil Sites, Ancient Temples & Monuments, Ancient Civilization Archeological Sites, Paleontological Sites, Geological Sites, Sea Forts, Hill Forts, Riverside Forts, Island Forts, Hill Palaces, Royal Palaces, Historical Heritage Buildings, Museums, Nature Parks, Historical Heritage Hotels, Luxury Hotels & Resorts, Diverse Regional Cuisines, Mysterious Sites, Creepy and Haunted Sites, Abandoned and Ruined Sites, Adventure Sports, Apricot, Apple, Saffron, Tea Plantations, Coffee Plantations, Herbs & Spices Plantations, Vineyards, Water Sports, Hiking, Mountaineering, Trekking, Spas, Golf Courses, Super Malls, Luxury Trains, Many Modern developed cities and towns. There are 54 Wildlife National Parks, 553 Wildlife Sanctuaries, 31 Marine Sanctuaries, 6 Marine National Parks, 75 Wetlands, 72 Bird Sanctuaries, 13 Butterflies Parks, 122 Botanical Gardens and 164 Zoological Parks. There are 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Hence India has got everything which any travelers can wish in their tour itinerary.

[@georgechilidis8446]

Noraly, I appreciate allowing us to see everything from your bike’s eye view level of this tremendous India journey 🇮🇳

[@sergejskozlovskis245]

Спасибо, Noraly! Я с вами объехал пол мира и уверен что путешествие продолжется!!! Индия прекрасна! 👍👍👍

[@user-hw5gt8wu9u]

супер женщина ! видео класс!

[@leighsirvent654]

What a beautiful ride! Amazing that they lay pavers on the highway!

[@jishnu6560]

India❤ Russia

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

India is truly a beautiful country! Your morning started in nice weather and then across a congested mountain pass with views that are just unreal! The houseboat is a great place to stay and the lake tour was very peaceful and very relaxing. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Ride safe Noraly!

[@idkmyname3251]

This is pakistan

[@notOrthross]

cry more kid 🤣

[@bharath4803]

​@@idkmyname3251is there any country really exist in the name of pakisthan. I thought its bikaristhan..

[@idkmyname3251]

@@bharath4803 come back when india has good hygiene

[@sauravkumarchand9691]

@@idkmyname3251 കശ്മീർ ഇന്ത്യയുടെ അവിഭാജ്യ ഘടകമാണ്. ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಪಾಕಿಸ್ತಾನಿ ಮಹಿಳೆಯರು ವೃತ್ತಿಪರ ವೇಶ್ಯೆಯರು

[@letminthanghaokip4014]

Not the entire indian army sister😊we usually travel in a large numbers. I'm really happy to see that you are visiting india🇮🇳.

[@shailarajs5699]

Huge salute to the Our Army people, they are protecting us such a tough place. Thank you for showing all these wonderful places in my country

[@Jammie.james_1965]

The river flowing next to you is Indus river, from where the word INDIA came from... In Hindi it's called Sindhu❤

[@udaykamal4621]

sanskrit= sindhu, persian = hindu, greek=indu. Thus 🇮🇳

[@sujiphoto]

I was there on the Lake, in a houseboat just like that in the early 1980's. Your incredible video brought tears to my eyes - as when people ask me, where in the world i would like to revisit - Srinagar is my response! Your drive in was nerve wracking - a salute to your courage and skills!

[@fabricedulin252]

Its heaven u right 👏👏👍😍kashmir and locals are amazing kind people .I was leaving srinagar,I miss all my family and friends there

[@harnsingh2918]

You are welcome again Sir. It's a better country today in many ways.

[@michaelb2388]

I was also there in 1983 and again in 1985. Kashmir & Ladakh

[@mjb1117]

I have ridden motorcycles for 55 years,I subscribed to your channel during your Argentina to Alaska adventure because of the motorcycle but became more interested in the way you tell your story with your videos. The photography and the way you interact with the local people is amazing, you even got to go to a wedding with complete strangers who will be friends for life now. Well done Noraly well done. I look forward to your adventure

[@user-hw1we2sl9p]

I am an Indian. So, I can express my views without any prejudice. House boats are famous in Kashmir, as well as in Kerala (a South Indian state), As a nature lover and an envrionment conscious person, I really dislike houseboats. Human waste from restroom directly drops into the Dal Lake in Srinagar. In Kerala also, the same story. But I need to register the tireless work and sacrifice of Indian army up there in Kashmir, protecting our nation since 1947, from non-stop intrusion and terrorism. They are amazing! No amount of words can express the gratitude of patriotic Indians.

[@eidernadir320]

I am fascinated by this series in India, its magical landscapes that make the soul fall in love, thank you Noraly for taking your trips to a level of 1000/1000. Take care of yourself

[@rahulsharma-ht7ut]

Did anyone noticed the quality of roads?? And thn people asks how modi wins all the election every time,in congress era we didnt have rcc roads in the well developed city areas,this is why modiji will keep coming back

[@Varian_t]

Agree 👍💯

[@badfinger61]

Your adventures in northern India have been absolutely incredible to watch, Noraly! I'm at a loss of words here...really remarkable terrain and scenery. Like very few other places elsewhere. Thank you for showing us this region with your very skillful camera work and always upbeat narration. I feel truly lucky to be able to experience this part of the world through your eyes.

[@arupjyotibarman3912]

Welcome to India. I'm from Assam, IND.

[@user-jl1hl5vo6s]

when The indian army is back and forward of you , you dont have to care about anything , The indian army is most proffesional and helping !

[@brianmcdonald1776]

I love the calm patient way you navigated past the very long military convoy.....the conditions looked treacherous and it must be very hard for the construction workers as they build the road there !!! The house boats were incredible !!!!

[@SevenplusShakya]

These are the convoys carrying winter food supplies for the harsh upcoming winter

[@brianmcdonald1776]

@@SevenplusShakya .....thank you for the correction.....that fact certainly highlights how tough and harsh life is in the mountains !!

[@abhinavgupta2346]

All credit goes to BRO.

[@jasonzerbini2375]

Yep thats Noraly, makes the difficult route seem more effortless. One thing that sets her apart from so many others is she adds no words in an attempt to increase the dramatic effect navigating around the convoy. She sets up the cinematography and lets it do the talking. Peace!

[@brianmcdonald1776]

@@jasonzerbini2375 .....I agree entirely !!! Peace ☯🙏

[@mikep.9371]

The adrenaline of the convoy and cliff side ride. Paired with the calm of the houseboat and lake market. You never fail to surprise us with your amazing content Noraly.

[@wimoweh1951]

Had to stop watching to catch my breath while on the mountain! So good, bless you for sharing. Be safe. God bless you

[@ashaw6960]

That ride was nerve wracking to watch but Noraly is so calm and collected. The workmanship of the wood carvings including even the ceilings was amazing! Her adventures are simply amazing!!

[@jasonzerbini2375]

Once again a masterpiece from Noraly. I too thought the contrasting scenes were genius. She just keeps raising the bar. Peace!

[@marcinpiak3540]

Loving northern India with the stunning landscapes and friendly people.

[@watanabe00738]

Its good to see INDIAN side kashmir is so much well connected cities are flourished with activitied. Here in PAKISTAN side peoples lives are really miserable.

[@0arjun077]

Srinagar is now being developed as a smartcity, new AIIMS are being built for students for quality medical degree and several other projects like railway and roadways are being developed.

[@watanabe00738]

@@0arjun077 great to hear. My uncle went there from dubai last year. We hear so many good news from that part of Kashmir. I myself a pakistan side kashmiri raised in japan, i always wanted azad Kashmir to go back to india. Atleast people lives will be in safer hands. Living in pakistan is miserable.

[@SHIVAMYadav-pw5uz]

@@watanabe00738 u r welcome brother anytime it's Ur home' too...we r people of common civilization

[@merannouman828]

I was shocked to see the number of military personnel present. It felt like she had entered a warzone. I live in Jammu and Kashmir on the Pakistan side and we don't have a large military presence here. We are able to lead normal lives and have free access to the whole of Pakistan. If you claim otherwise, please provide proof and don't lie.

[@rockyjohnson1775]

@@merannouman828well if Pakistan lay down his arms weapons infiltrators then there will be peace in the region and if India lays down then Pakistan will rage war and try to occupy the region

[@ronalddonald7143]

Overtaking of that military convoy provided maybe more adrenaline than a full rally stage. The mystic morning atmosphere on Leh Lake was breathtaking. It was probably reward for the preceeding mountain pass / convoy adventure.

[@kevindelaney1951]

Lovely images of a part of the world few of us will ever get to see. Trucks, narrow roads, mountains, challenging traffic. Great images of your houseboat accommodation & colours of the canoes & floating markets. Thanks for taking us along.

[@apjkalam]

India is beautiful ! Well done doing this journey .

[@_DeaN_.]

this is kashmir no india..😂

[@sneh2386]

@@_DeaN_. Kashmir is india. Land of Rishi Kashyap.

[@tarunkashyap1725]

​@@_DeaN_.Fool converted muslim 🤣🤣

[@MaxineM-BlueMtns]

Wow, scary ride. I stayed on a Lake Dal houseboat 40 years ago. Glad to see that they’re still in good condition!

[@Deb_deCoder]

those places improved so much in recent years because of new Indian bjp govt

[@142dhruv]

@maxineM-BlueMtns Hi, do you remember how the water was of the lake? Just like we see here?

[@MaxineBlueMtns]

@@142dhruv I remember that the lake was full, and there were floating gardens, and lots of people on boats trying to sell all kinds of things to the tourists.

[@142dhruv]

Floating gardens, wow! Thanks for your reply. I was just curious that how much damage we have done in 40 years.

[@lessmore444]

What a land of extremes ! The mountains, the roads, the driving, the elaborate carved wood decor, the floating gardens & markets. Incredible! All i hear is that classic Led Zeppelin tune watching this episode

[@John_Ridley]

It's fun to see Noraly re-visiting India now. She's so much more confident in travelling and so much better of a rider I think she's seeing more things now because she's not as worried about things as she was years ago.

[@AbhijitBose-im2nx]

True... Earlier she use to fall down... this time she is riding like a pro...

[@loneaaqib8972]

Watching from Srinagar Kashmir. Welcome to Kashmir.

[@douglascreations4539]

Well you didnt have to worry about security with such a big convoy 😂😂. It was fun watching it.

[@Jammie.james_1965]

Have you noticed the politeness of the Army... They give you pass even if they have to stop ❤

[@satyamARAS]

Indian arm forces are built different very respected job and very ethical arm forces.

[@Jammie.james_1965]

@@satyamARAS I'm also a retired Army Officer, dear... Thanks, if you think so about Indian Army 💖

[@Bladee2802]

We all Indians are proud of our Soldiers they are Kind for People inside country and Fierce for those who are opposite to the country

[@TheThirdEye6644]

​​@@Jammie.james_1965That's why sir. We consider only Indian Army as our true hero. So many heroes have come in cinema, but Indian Army's fan following is on a different level. Love and respect sir.

[@kratos-sf1os]

My grandfather and great grandfather severed Indian army 🪖 patriotism rushes through my veins as I see anything related to Indian army (like uniform, trucks etc). Proud of Indian army 🫡🇮🇳

[@garrick1946]

India is spectacular!

[@naughtydust]

for me this 21 minutes just passed as 5 minutes or less...Look, everyday on youtube searching itchy boots for episodes and finding no new episode for 5 -6 days gets us sad... India is incredible, you could find high mountain terrains like himalayas, desert like thar, different Wild life sanctuaries where namely, lions, tigers, rhinos, elephants, etc could be seen... beaches, tropical forests, mangroves, islands like Andaman and Nicobar where even still tribes who have no human contacts are found, islands with active volcanos, Islands of Coral reefs and marine life, and whatever more, ancient caves, stone carvings.... be here and take us all over...

[@ItchyBoots]

There are two videos per week, so only 2 or 3 days waiting in between! 😜

[@azawahimsteven2838]

I swear that's already the 3rd Itchy video I am seeing .India is so fascinating as a country

[@donwilliams3626]

That was impressive that they laid pavers on the mountain road. Thanks again for taking us along for our scenic Sunday drive.

[@TheWroooom]

Because the asphalt road doesn't withstand the harsh winter with rain and never ending landslides. They have to re do it every year and being a remote location it is difficult. So i think they are trying the other options.

[@donwilliams3626]

@@TheWroooom Thanks, that makes sense.

[@bigcity2085]

I was thinking, man 'o man , that's a lot of pavers. And it is ! Think of how many truckloads of pavers to do all that. It's good work, too. That BRO has got it goin' on. You would never see a mountain road laid with pavers here in Colorado.

[@breitie804]

@@bigcity2085 Pavers are used extensively in southern Africa and cover vast distances and entire cities. We call them African Legos because they are easy to lay by unskilled labour and fit together very well.

[@dot3969]

​@@breitie804funny name you got there(bricks name)😅

I have to admit my vertigo totally kicked in watching some of those views through the mountain pass. I was struck with wonder, oh my such wonderful and beautiful views. I also loved the market on the lake and the houseboats. Gorgeous landscapes all the way! Beautiful country!

[@CW-rx2js]

Merci, thank you 🙏

[@MotoGoato]

Those mountain passes are simply epic!!! The views, the road, the drop offs, the weather, the traffic ..... what an experience that must be to ride through 😲

[@himydad1499]

It's amazing how you never use you nerves in the chaotic riding conditions in India. You're realy on of a kind.🥇

[@hhawg1]

What a treacherous ride! Especially when it started raining. I was holding my breath on some of this curves. But you are obviously an excellent motorcyclist. Please stay safe. 🙏

[@arpanabinaswar1811]

Come here during start of season. You can rent a bike from delhi to ride all the way to Ladakh going thru punjab , Himchao , Uttrakhand Or you can directly take fligjt from Delhi to Leh and rent a bike from there. Its very thrilling experience riding across the curves you can join any biker community on the way.

[@robinwells8879]

A truly epic stage up the pass to an equally epic location. The more I see of India and it’s people the more I feel that I am drawn to it. ❤

[@Rumi0031]

The people of India believe in “Atithi Devo Bhava” meaning: the guest is God's own reflection

[@AB-gb1om]

Visit sometime

[@ananyanegi9423]

Sadly there is lot of racism targeted towards them...

[@archivalfootagetv]

❤

[@Non-dual-mind1]

Srinigar is such a beautiful and unique place, with its own micro-climate, being conveniently placed between two high-sided mountain ranges. You are very lucky to be seeing it, and we are very lucky you took cameras along. Thank you. ❤

[@kwik2008]

That return to India was such a perfect decision of you 😊. It’s so much fun to watch. I do enjoy every minute. 😊🙏

[@WhiteTiger333]

That convoy - holy wow, and what in the world?! I also kept forgetting to enjoy the amazing mountain views because I was so busy watching traffic. The decorative wood inlay on the houseboat - gorgeous! The floating market - I've seen photos and even some video of these. But seeing it in this video, I feel that I am in the boat with you, marveling at the scene. That has never happened with photos or commercial videos.

[@an56790]

Cool bro, Those are the convoys with winter supplies for the harsh oncoming winter at the forward posts.

[@WhiteTiger333]

@@an56790 Ah, that makes a lot of sense, especially since everyone in the convoy looked relaxed.

[@AbhishekSingh-zv2tn]

@@WhiteTiger333 they rotate troops in regular intravel.And that there are half of million soldier includes paramilitary for china and pakistan.

[@mike_wien]

Kashmir borders China and Pakistan. That's why the Army is deployed there

[@muravi8167]

Hi again, once again thank you for reliving memories of the road to srinagar via zoji la. These army convoys are daily administrative occurrence of to and fro moves comprising troops, ordnance and supplies on fixed timings. These army convoys can be as small as 50 vehicles to 500 vehicles on a given day depending.

[@rajatthakur7312]

Itchy - this video will be viewed over and over in the Pakistani and Chinese officer training institutes. It has more details about the Indian Army troop movement than they could have imagined. 😂

[@Mr.GareebTrader]

Yes lol I was thinking the same 😂

[@major2707]

Satellites😒

[@rajatthakur7312]

@@major2707 nothing beats boots on the ground mate

[@shakeelabhatta467]

The emotions of 140 crore people are attached with the Indian Army.💖🇮🇳 Jai Hind🫡

[@missinde0723]

I am a home body, and not a traveler. So I am seeing the world through Noraly eyes!!! Everything is spectacular, but India is really beautiful!! Happy that you make these videos so I can see what the rest of the world is like. Much love!

[@McRcFly]

Get out there and live your life. Be inspired.

[@Jitendra-dl1kb]

you first 😂@@McRcFly

[@kaori_arima]

@@Jitendra-dl1kb you first ofc

[@richardmourdock2719]

Having "traveled" with Itchy Boots for several years, I think this ride made me almost as nervous as her early travels in Bolivia when she had to decide whether or not to cross the stream crossing the road. And the view over Noraly's left shoulder at 12:28 that showed all the "fill" pushed over the side to make the road nearly took my breath away. Can't imagine the struggling young woman I watched in Southeast Asia years ago would make this journey with such confidence and boldness.

[@user-ef4vd7yv3p]

Great footage of the ZojiLa. The reason for the heavy military presence is that the road you biked near Kargil was the scene of heavy fighting in 1999 between India and Pakistan. That road was interdicted by artillery fire directed by Pakistani troops and observers on the northern heights. Great biking on those roads without guard rails, weaving in and out of the convoy!

[@TC-dw6wg]

I’m amazed by your riding skills in these heavily populated areas and towns. That road and the convoy was an adventure in itself, but not one I would want to do. Unfortunate you couldn’t enjoy those beautiful Mountain View’s, but thank you for letting us see them. Loved the houseboat and it’s beautiful wood carvings. Stay safe Noraly always.

[@fatyank44]

Hello from the UK. Wow, what a beautiful country, such a diversity in terrain and climate. Your riding skills are fantastic. You had no problem overtaking by the cliff edge. You made it look so easy. I totally admire how you go out alone and your respect for the local culture. The new Himilayan looks like a great machine, I can't wait to test ride one. Love your channel and content.

[@raunak7461]

It's design according military needs... offcourse It's amazing

[@archivalfootagetv]

Very impressive

[@unknownboy8202]

No offense but this country could look better if your country didn't loot 45 trillion dollars 😃

[@RAJ_GADHAVI]

@@unknownboy8202 bro chose violence 😂

[@Dharmic_boy]

​@@unknownboy8202 that's a low blow bro 😂 Its been 76 years leave it now.

[@janeholt8678]

What a beautiful country! Thank you for sharing the beauty!

[@oddsox-sensei]

Watching this just after Halloween here in the states. This was the scariest thing I’ve watched all season. Over taking those trucks on those roads and the steep drops, no guardrails, and blind corners… *yikes* you must have nerves of steel. Great Video, and I was so happy to see you safely at the house boat with warm food. Rain and snow and amazing views such a pretty place to stay. it looks totally worth it. 😊

[@ArielVisionary]

Dal Lake was so wonderful. I felt as though I were taken into another world, another time. Thank you!

[@nishant6392]

All these troop presence prevent J&K turning into Iraq or Syria, its a complex politico-religious problem combined with sensitive geography & control of water. Salute to these soldiers who guard our borders and protect our civilians, Jai Hind.

[@sagagarwal]

This comment should be highlighted

[@shebabwari782]

Salute to them

[@snigdhopal2680]

Still innocent Hindu civilians are being persecuted by radicals. 22 were killed last year in 2022 and 5-6 innocent have been killed till March-April in 2023. The last man killed was a 42year bank employee named Sanjay Sharma. 😔😔😣

[@stardust3722]

@@snigdhopal2680 hindus shall arm themselves but decide to be weak

[@mrmillcake8525]

In India you live like in a fairy tale, going from one chapter to another. Beautiful! =)

[@mondeetnature971]

Quel bonheur de voyager grâce à toi ....Grâce t'en soit rendu !!!

[@upadhyayrathiraj1518]

So many years I have spent as an army officer, multiple tenures. These pictures remind me of my good days there.

[@ChrisM541]

Once again, it's a privilege being on your back seat Noraly. Beautiful, unique countryside and people.

[@jamesstevens2362]

The lake in the pre-dawn light was so beautiful and surreal, like it’s straight out of a fantasy world. The markets and bazaar were all amazing to see. Thank you for sharing these incredible sights!

[@RichardASK]

I've ridden bikes in the Cascades and Rockies in North America and the Alps and Pyrenees in Europe, but never anything quite like those roads you were on, in this video Noraly. Well done and take care. Superb video.

[@patmac1100]

It's clear you are so excited at the opportunity to return to India AND on this particular bike to fully 'do it justice' in terms of the spectacular scenery, the people etc etc which you've made plain you didn't feel you had done in season 1. Well, you've certainly done that with this series, we're enthralled! Look forward to your summary of the bike's performance. Happy riding and stay safe

[@eduardowittemoller8621]

Hermoso lugar para pasar la noche, India sigue sorprendiendonos con magia y misterios de gran belleza!!! Gracias Noraly. Cuando te pones los guantes note que tú mano está recuperada!!! Enhorabuena!!! Saludos

[@curtisgrindahl446]

I've loved all of your adventures but India is magical. Thank you so much for your always brilliant videos.

[@guidoschmidt2656]

Zoji la is still scary even if the road seems better and much wider than in 2018. So many memories are coming back. Thanks and keep riding safely

[@Cali-TexEllie123]

Watching how close you got to the edge of the road was giving me anxiety. But you’re always so kind telling the couple on the bike about the bag 👍🏼

[@lucindavillarreal2676]

Classic Itchy Boots today!! No worries of being stranded and alone on today’s ride!! Beautiful snow capped mountains and very dramatic music as she weaves in and around that convoy!! Thanks for sharing another fantastic video of everyday life in another part of this wonderful world! Loved the floating market.. it was quite the traffic jam!! Unique and awesome place to spend the night…with dinner also!!! Great episode!! Cheers from Texas USA❤❤

[@jasonzerbini2375]

So cool to go from high adventure of the mountain road to serene water market and beautiful house boat accommodation. I didn't see that one coming in this video Lucinda! Noraly is full of surprises! Peace!

[@MonkeyButtRides]

Epic scenery I see why Inda is a motorcycle adventure destination.

[@0arjun077]

It truly is, India needs to build better Road infrastructure and cultivate a better driving culture. Honestly the Infrastructure is getting better but the people behind the wheels are still the same. The unique thing about India is the geography and the culture changes every state.

[@arpanabinaswar1811]

Just don't enter Mumbai, Banglore with Bikes. Use public transport there or else it will be nightmare 3 hrs to cover 11km in Jam while your legs hurt like anything

[@screal3]

Such a gorgeous ride! You were so careful yet daring, navigating around the military convoy. Yikes! But the views were literally breathtaking.😮❤

[@TerrillWelch]

Noraly, I had to keep reminding myself to breathe as you were passing those big trucks in that endless convoy. Yikes! But the morning boat ride on the lake with all the beautifully decorated buildings were a wonderful counter point on this adventure. Enjoy

[@SevenplusShakya]

These are the convoys carrying winter food supplies for the harsh upcoming winter

[@TerrillWelch]

@@SevenplusShakya good to know! Thanks for sharing what was happening.

[@annavallentin4662]

Excellent choice of background music for the long time riding with and past the military convoy. It conveys a sense of concentration mixed with determination and tension that kept the video interesting. And then you let the music build to another level when the rain began -- such artistry. It was such as surprise and relief for you to end up at a magnificent houseboat. I think this ranks amongst some of your best videos!

[@jasonzerbini2375]

Thought same thing, the music selection starting at 1:17 really drew me in and set the mood. She is creating masterpieces for sure! Peace!

[@tahaau]

Do you know the song name? Thanks.@@jasonzerbini2375

[@monkeyman41333]

Absolutely agree. Was just saying this to my wife as we watched.

[@ffiori-uw5rz]

Lindo trabalho Noraly! Em 2011 cheguei bem perto da Caxemira! Tive que voltar para Dharamsala! Para mim, o lugar mais bonito do Planeta! Há quem diga que o túmulo de Issa (Jesus) está em Srinagar no local chamado Rozabal! Vá conferir! Não consegui... Parabéns pelo seu trabalho! Imagino que a RE esteja te acompanhando! Não existe teste mais completo de um equipamento como seu trabalho! Continua com Deus! Tashi Delek! 💪❤️🙏🇧🇷

[@Madskillsuniversity]

Wow, that was a beautifully dangerously drive. LOL Some of those roads were rough and they work so hard. Nice to see the Indian Army on the move. That was unique for sure. You are a brave woman for sure. Thank you for taking me on a memorable road trip. - Ron

[@scotttan6377]

Noraly always shines her charm and a certain romanticism in her journey. That convoy was no joke . Going through the cliffside , the worry would be falling rocks.

[@anitamitchell3452]

They hand laid that entire road? Incredible! It's a beautiful road. Stay safe all involved in it's creation.

[@randomgoodvideos1569]

No, just small sections are tiles laiden. These areas are safe, flat and not close to edges, where during rain even if you slip. Then not too much problem.

[@anitamitchell3452]

@@randomgoodvideos1569 Thank you for explaining how the work goes. Have a great day.

[@rankingresearchdata]

@@anitamitchell3452 these road was constructed with basic machinary and help of indian army manually. But nowadays the indian airforce helps to transport heavy machinery for construction of highways and tunnels in Jammu and Kashmir. There are already many highways and roads like this but they all usually get destroyed in landslides .

[@alexis1959]

Those images on the floating market are some of the best that you have shot since I started following you 2 years ago. Great camera work - new camera? - surely not GoPro/Insta 360. Well done Noraly👏

[@joannedevine2473]

What a video, what a location. Getting past the military vehicles to see such a breathtaking view. I’m always in awe of your Spirit!

[@ragweed3524]

What a beautiful destination this turned out to be. I’m sure you weren’t able to see the beauty of your trip through the truck maze, until you edited your footage but it was so amazing. The houseboats and floating markets were so unique. Really enjoyed the video!

[@lindacrawford8174]

2018 I had a very similar experience with a huge long convoy of military vehicles going to Srinagar from Jammu…some had soldiers with guns laying on sandbags on top of the cab…also spotted military men with guns here and there on top of the cliffs…well over 100 vehicles. I was in a shared taxi. Amazing landscape…loved the houseboat experience..like a trip back in time and you are so well taken care of. Srinagar has a magical atmosphere…those regular calls to prayer definitely enhance the experience. Another great episode Noraly!

[@Mclovin96X]

sometimes terrorists can throw grenades at them . some years back a van got too close and had explosives , 40 of our soldiers died

[@SevenplusShakya]

Military deployed in kashmir because. Protect civilization form Pakistani terrorist group and india shared board with China

[@doraluna3606]

Hola, que larguísimo ese convoy de camiones militares, x ahí muy angostas la ruta y el precipicio no apto para cardíacos. Lindo paisaje de montaña ,bella decoración de las casas flotantes .Gracias x mostrarnos como viven alli.Saludos Noraly desde Argentina. Bendiciones

[@shreyassali2291]

11:01 thats a heavenly sight!

[@ftkinsella]

What a beautiful area. No wonder they are fighting over that place. Cheers ❤❤❤

[@bharath4803]

We are not fighting. This is always part of india. Some terrorist country performs terrosrusnmm near to this place thats all.

[@andrewlong5444]

That's was some military convoy negotiating those mountains. People are so colorfully dressed and so nice to see wood carving is still alive 🙂 NZ

[@ElonHusky]

They're transporting winter supplies for higher altitude army posts

[@shaiv27]

हमारा प्यारा कश्मीर ❤❤🇮🇳

[@shashwatshrey9248]

Respect to the Indian Army!

[@danielswords3969]

I live in America. The reason I love your videos is because you show us so many different, sometimes strange but always beautiful places and wonderful people; and you never make your adventures much about yourself, or your suffering and endurance. I motorcycle in south Louisiana and often struggle to find even a usable public restroom or other accommodations. But now I laugh when others in my country complain about their hardships because you are showing how beautiful the world is and how little it takes for others to be very happy. Perhaps someday we will see a compilation of some of your experiences on the big screen.

[@jasonzerbini2375]

Yea her treks have been a real eye opener for me. Really puts life into perspective. I am a changed person because of IB. PA USA. Peace!