SHOULD WE STAY IN AUROVILLE? - India's Experimental City

Within the state of Tamil Nadu in India, is Auroville...an experimental city founded in the 1960s. In this episode we travel and stay in Auroville and see what it's like.
In this video we stay at two different guesthouses (will leave links below) and went to the incredible Sadhana Forest. All of this on our India travels on our Auto Rickshaw named Pete #Auroville #IncredibleIndia
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The first guesthouse we stayed at was called Goodness and here is the link guesthouses.auroville.org/goo...
The second guesthouse we stayed at was called Green's Guest House, and here is the link www.greensguesthouse.in/
Our overall plan in India is to travel via tuk tuk from the South to North (if it's possible?) The next leg of our journey is to travel from Auroville to the most southerly point of India and Tamil Nadu, from there we will go north probably through Kerala
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We have only just arrived in India, after a crazy time back home doing van life and living full time in our camper van for two years in the UK. But after some serious engine problems that cost us a fortune, we came to India on a mission to honour Liam's Grandad's legacy who sadly died earlier this year. With the inheritance money Liam got from that, we bought the tuk tuk and named it after Liam's Grandad.
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[@ThoseHappyDays]

If you liked this video, you will LOVE the previous one where we visited a town that is like Paris in India...we really recommend kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2GYmqeDobmgl6c

[@Lindsay.k3492]

The whole India trip is great viewing .

[@susanmuriellittle]

Seen it l thought it was lovely l though had commented

[@meditatewithme6254]

The whole concept was given by Sri Aurobindo Ghosh, a freedom fighter and spiritual leader from west bengal.

[@annierosle9961]

Yes that is is a great video too

[@petal9202]

India looks chaotic from outside but the more you dig inside the more gems you will discover…the only thing we need to work on is stop throwing rubbish on roads…the garbage in the beach made me sad…we are definitely working on it…behavioural change of habits which are been practiced since decades takes time but I see a new India in next 20 years….people are becoming conscious nowadays…

[@rosemarieberry9804]

OMG. What an absolutely amazing place. If I was 50 years younger, and able bodied I would be out there like a shot! I truly believe that communities like this will be our future. We cannot sustain the greed and capitalism that is decimating this wonderful planet. I’m so pleased for you that you had this opportunity. Good luck, and stay safe on your onward journey. You are creating some wonderful content. 💕

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thanks so much, we are pleased you like it 😀

[@athish-REAL]

Greed And Capitalism Old Lady It's Because Of Greed And Capitalism Why You're Able To Commenting On Your iPhone Sitting Somewhere In The Other Side Of The World 😂

[@Average_PiS_Enjoyer]

@@athish-REAL fr

[@abhishekghosh4384]

​@@athish-REALit's but because of greed, but the hard work and innovation. I am not against market economy, but using economic progress as an excuse for defending crony capitalism is fundamentally flawed idea.

[@paulfrost4678]

Loving this series , you are showing us parts of the country we’d never normally get to see , I don’t know if it’s just me but you both seem more relaxed/chilled out in your little rickshaw than you do driving around the UK , or is it the fact that you obviously love India. It’s like you’ve lived there all your lives , you should be travel guides. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@travellingyoginikas]

Paul yes.... Liam and Janine seem happy and relaxed in India don't they. Iv just returned to the UK from India after doing a 3 year solo trip there!!!! I was slimmer, more relaxed and looked more vibrant on my India trip. Now I'm travelling in the uk and I'm certainly not that way anymore hahahaha. 😀 Iv swapped places with Liam and Janine. Whilst they were vlogging the UK I was vlogging India. Now they are vlogging India and I'm vlogging the UK lol 😀

[@paulfrost4678]

@@travellingyoginikas is this the name of your KZbin channel

[@travellingyoginikas]

@@paulfrost4678 yes it is my friend ❤️

[@ThoseHappyDays]

I think that india has less rules Paul and more freedom. I've always loved places with more freedom

[@travellingyoginikas]

@@julianbatcheler9970 hi, I am British Indian and have residency in both the uk and India so the visa thing doesn't apply to me. I'm so lucky ❤️

[@tracyowen5769]

I am blown away by the parts of India you are discovering! Absolutely fascinating. Cannot wait to see where you go next! Keep safe x

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you so much 😀

[@travellingyoginikas]

Me neither ❤️ Tracy I did solo travelling in India for 3 whole years but I never drove a tuc tuc lol 😀

[@steven1515]

I absolutely loved this vlog, It seems that Indian people are very friendly, and I wish you all the luck in the world. On your next leg of the trip, Drive safely, I'll be following you👍🇮🇳

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thanks mate

[@annettejason2026]

SO INSPIRING - now want to revisit India to see places we haven’t seen before. Agree with you people are so kind and friendly

[@ThoseHappyDays]

I think each time you come you will have a new experience

[@travellingyoginikas]

Annette, absolutely, alot of people are very friendly kind beautiful people. I hope u go again to India. I did 3 years of solo travel vlogging in India and would still go back there!!!! ❤️

[@zerocarbon6787]

When in India you should visit ~ 1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach). b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.) c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna. 2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari). 3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali-Sissu, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter). 4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad. 5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church. 6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang). 7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Love Temple Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City. 8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Manali -Sissu, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations. 9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park. 10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand. 11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana. 12. North East India ---> Meghalaya - Cherrapunji, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam. Save this list for guidence. India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc) Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. ###

[@sallyowen1177]

Cannot tell you how much I am enjoying your adventures in India , thank you so much for these wonderful vlogs xxx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

🙏 we appreciate you watching them

[@JennyMackie]

WOW!!!! what an incredible community. the people are so friendly, my goodness if someone came up to a stranger on a UK beach, you might get punched or shout at in most cases lol. loving your indian adventures , stay safe and cant wait to see more xxxxxx

[@sentamizh3133]

Welcome to Tamil Nadu 💚🤗

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Yeah india is a different ball game...surrounded by kind people everywhere ❤️

[@ChrisPelletier73]

Oh my goodness the photograph at the beach was absolutely amazing. What a beautiful group of people and a beautiful moment!

[@travellingyoginikas]

Yes that selfie scene on the beach was something else. TRULY AMAZING. ❤️ When I did a 3 year solo travel stint in India I ended up saying no to selfies as it got too much for me lol 😀

[@ss-ib8gm]

why they were wearing red

[@dhanaagilan9908]

@@ss-ib8gm All in red here (Melmaruvathur Adiparashakti Mother as Goddess) are on a tour to Adhiparasakthi Siddhar Peetam is situated at Melmaruvathur, 92 km from Chennai (Formerly known as Madras) in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, India. Tamil is the place where 21 Siddhars (saints) men as well as women from different religion, had their Jeeva-Samadhis (meaning, where the Siddhars left their human forms behind, while they are still alive as holy spirits). Here in Melmaruvathur Adiparashakti Siddhar Peetam.

[@aakashrai6820]

@@dhanaagilan9908 thankyou

[@MrJoeOB]

Hi guys, both myself and my wife have followed your vegan van life for years, we love your content. You ate both so genuine and down to earth, this is the difference between your channel and many others. You make us feel that we are taking the journey with you. India is the best journey yet. ☮❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank so much guys, and for joining us in India too 🙏

[@tomgraulty4988]

That picture/selfie moment on the beach sums up the Best of India! Thanks for sharing!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad you liked it! ❤️

[@kaile5050]

Wow! Y'all are just showing us the World, thank you so much! Matrimandir was a Wonder, amazing!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it

[@premasru]

It's lovely to be hanging out in India again, with you. I'd heard about Auroville for years. Established in the late 60s i think. Some lovely moments (the red brigade photo shoot on the beach), the plant based community in the forest. Liam made the journey from now on sound like the real adventure is about to begin. Strap in everyone. 😀🙏

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Liams about to get sore from rickshaw driving haha

[@xvsupremacy7190]

What excites me is the fact that they are touring it all. I keep asking if they have any idea how long they wlll be staying in India 🇮🇳, no response but am still waiting to hear . As they approach Andra and Uttrah Pradesh , is so interesting , because their are people living in Forests the Government is unaware of. They tend to be the Bandera Gypsies there (unsure of spelling ) they are very dark and bang drums 🪘 and tambourines etc. They live deep in the forest. As you go through India you notice how the Gypsies (origin to Essau/Edomites transmigrated via Egypt to India etc especially, due to the Trade Routes.). Yet they have assimilated and are diverse. eg in Gudjerat there are many Jats of smaller proportions, whereas the Lamani Gypsies are extremely tall and slender , they live in the Mountains ⛰. Wearing expensive gold coins as Jewellery. The Kumbis don’t wear clothes and live on an island they are protected. As you venture nearer to Kashmir there are Cobra Gypsies and are snake charmers etc. At this time of year Indians come from throughout India to Goa to trade . Many areas have their own specialist Trades. Such as sewing, furniture and lamps etc hand engraved. Copper and brass to make eg Singing bowls. Spices etc etc it’s endless but it’s Particularist. I think India 🇮🇳 is one of the most interesting Countries. Whether they live near the sea as Sea Gypsies or whatever.

[@akshaysingh._]

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[@zerocarbon6787]

When in India you should visit ~ 1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach). b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.) c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna. 2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari). 3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali-Sissu, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter). 4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad. 5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church. 6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang). 7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Love Temple Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City. 8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Manali -Sissu, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations. 9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park. 10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand. 11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana. 12. North East India ---> Meghalaya - Cherrapunji, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam. Save this list for guidence. India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc) Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. 11111

[@marilynthomson9564]

Oh my gosh! This truly was my favorite. I now am thinking of putting India on my bucket list. Never thought of it before. Thank you so much for opening so many of our eyes to a beautiful place on earth.❤

[@travellingyoginikas]

Marilyn I would definitely put India on ya bucket list. I did solo travelling there for 3 whole years. It was amazing ❤️

[@travellingyoginikas]

Ah thanks for the like Marilyn. Similar to Liam and Janine I am also a travel vlogger. Whilst I was travelling in India Liam and Janine were travelling in the UK. Now we have swapped places as they are now travelling in India and I'm travelling in the uk 😀

[@indrajitgupta3280]

THINKING ABOUT IT? Stop thinking and start buying tickets!

[@abhishekpas]

India is the root civilization where Hinduism is based on science and has most of the answers to modern science questions. Most advanced language in the world i.e Sanskrit where there is no ambiguity and can readily be used as the language of the robots and science.

[@travellingyoginikas]

@@abhishekpas during my 3 year solo travel vlogging stint in India I did Hinduism explorations and I definitely felt the connection between Hinduism and the human condition. It's FASCINATING. 😀

[@michelleibbitson8494]

Rishikesh was already on my bucket list... thanks to you guys I have more places to see! Thanks for the inspiration! Sadana looks amazing!!!!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! Rishikesh will be immense, have fun

[@Chandrasekhar-me5pj]

If you are visiting Rishikesh , try to visit places like Spiti Valley , Leh , Shimla and Dharamsala

[@travellingyoginikas]

Oh Michelle you should DEFINITELY travel around India ❤️ I did solo travelling as a woman around India for 3 whole years and vlogged it all. It's truly incredible ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@zerocarbon6787]

When in India you should visit ~ 1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach). b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.) c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna. 2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari). 3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali-Sissu, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter). 4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad. 5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church. 6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang). 7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Love Temple Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City. 8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Manali -Sissu, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations. 9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park. 10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand. 11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana. 12. North East India ---> Meghalaya - Cherrapunji, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam. Save this list for guidence. India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc) Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. 4444

[@RahulRaj-yt9bp]

I'm Indian, but I haven't explored this village. Thank you for showing us this village. Lots of love ❤️

[@ukwanders2518]

loved how those people all wanted to have a picture with you, what a wonderful way of making someone feel welcome

[@travellingyoginikas]

Yes i agree. The local people in India are soooooooooo WELCOMING. I did 3 year solo travel vlogging in India and now I'm travel vlogging in the uk. So basically iv swapped place with Liam and Janine. Re they vlogged in the UK whilst I vlogged in India. And now they are vlogging in India whilst I'm vlogging in the uk lol 😀❤️😀🎥

[@anne4116]

Sadhana Forest is right up my street, reminds me of the days of hippy communes where people enjoyed a simple but sustainable life. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. I'm loving your Indian adventures 💚🙏

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Love that! ❤️

[@annierosle9961]

Your travelling with the motorised rickshaw is so so romantic and looks like you both are really enjoying your trip. Thank you for sharing these moments.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! Thanks for joining us ❤️

[@rishavlala709]

You guys seriously went out and bought yourselves an auto rickshaw to drive around in India, that's as crazy as it gets, even here 😂😂 I salute your courage and wish you safe travels.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Haha crazy is our middle name

[@jaik9321]

Aurovillie is such a great place -- Every country must have this kind of place/ ; for the current greed and wars...we require more places like this to promote peace and love...

[@hilarywallace9927]

What an adventure ! Looks amazing ...the village in the woods incredible...Hope tour tummy settles Liam , and stay safe travelling the crazy roads ! Look forward to next episode

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you, tummy settled now thank god

[@rachellevalentine1215]

Loving your adventures in India! It brought a tear to my eye seeing you have your photo taken surrounded by a sea of red and smiling faces! Gorgeous 😍

[@ThoseHappyDays]

🙌🇮🇳🙏

[@caru547]

Still can’t believe you’re travelling around India! Very interesting - never heard of Auroville before. You are the local celebrities. Happy and safe travels! 🛺🇮🇳❤️

[@travellingyoginikas]

Lol yes I agree they are local celebrities. 😀 I LOVE Liam and Janine. I am addicted to their India series. I recently returned from a 3 year solo travel stint in India so it's interesting for me to see Liam and Janine managing India. They manage it alot better then I did! 🕉️

[@TheMinimalistTherapist]

@@travellingyoginikas What would you have managed differently with hindsight?

[@travellingyoginikas]

@@TheMinimalistTherapist this is a very interesting question indeed. I would have done two things differently..... 1 I would have moved around alot more like Liam and Janine are doing. Staying in one place for too long is not safe for the solo traveller as you are easily targeted in a small community. 2 I would have tried alot harder to get more consistent online work as I ran out of money too often! My experience was pretty unique I guess as I was in India before, during and after the pandemic. I did document all my experiences on my youtube channel. ❤️

[@TheMinimalistTherapist]

@@travellingyoginikas Thanks for sharing your experiences! Best of luck with your channel.

[@travellingyoginikas]

@@TheMinimalistTherapist thanku so much my love ❤️🕉️❤️🕉️

[@lynby2108]

So unbelievably interesting, one of the absolute best channels on KZbin

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Wow, thank you!

[@solarhoney]

Absolutely YES it is !!! 🏵️

[@juniper1982]

I’ve bought knitted clothes made in Auroville 😊 How incredible to see it! It looks like a place that I would love

[@hArtyTruffle]

Oh WOW! If I ever manage to travel, I will be heading for Sadhana Forest ❤❤❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You must

[@zerocarbon6787]

When in India you should visit ~ 1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach). b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.) c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna. 2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari). 3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali-Sissu, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter). 4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad. 5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church. 6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang). 7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Love Temple Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City. 8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Manali -Sissu, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations. 9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park. 10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand. 11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana. 12. North East India ---> Meghalaya - Cherrapunji, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam. Save this list for guidence. India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc) Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. 12#

[@hArtyTruffle]

@@zerocarbon6787 Thankyou 🙏 Took a screenshot 👍🏼

[@lennieholland]

Sadhana Forest looks like an amazing concept and would love to experience places like that

[@ThoseHappyDays]

An amazing concept for sure

[@tg4941]

What wonderful communities these are. I'd be very tempted to stay somewhere like that if I were younger. I still would love to see India before I pop my clogs though. You're both so good at these travel logs taking us to places we didn't know existed. Fantastic job both of you. 🛺

[@ThoseHappyDays]

It's such a pleasure honestly

[@travellingyoginikas]

TG. oh wow you should DEFINITELY go to India 😀 I did solo travelling there for 3 years and it was AMAZING. Especially the long distance train rides 😀

[@tg4941]

@@travellingyoginikas sounds perfect. Waiting for my dog to go over the rainbow bridge bless him and I will be off. Like a shot.

[@travellingyoginikas]

@@tg4941 ohhhh bless ❤️ where about In India would I like to travel to? ❤️

[@tg4941]

@@travellingyoginikas no idea. Love to see the Taj Mahal before I die though. Rail journeys sound good but I love the sea or watch the Sun rise over the Ganges. 🙂

[@dalloway4570]

Hello from Brittanny /France again ! What interesting vidéos in India and so inspiring. Thanks a lot for sharing all these moments. How indian people seems friendly. You make me travel and I love so much Your friend from France

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You are so welcome! And thank you

[@gsdtravels6457]

Those Happy Days indeed! That scene on the beach was so uplifting!! I couldn't decide whether to laugh out loud or cry! That. Was. Awesome! 👏

[@ThoseHappyDays]

💖💖💖

[@janetjohnson445]

Your videos just get better and better. Very interesting to see other cultures and parts of the world I’ve never been too. I can’t wait to follow your next journey.

[@travellingyoginikas]

Janet I also loved this video ❤️ I'm addicted to India. I recently returned from a 3 year solo trip there so it's v Interesting for me to see Liam and Janine In India. They are an amazing couple ❤️

[@ThoseHappyDays]

🙏💚🛺

[@interplanetarymagnet2887]

I loved them women on the beach their smiles they look so naturally happy and so much respect for Liam driving the tuk tuk im loving the indian adventure , thankyou

[@ThoseHappyDays]

💚🛺

[@kerriemarie2831]

So glad you got to Auraville, thank you for bringing back happy memories 😁 looking forward to seeing more of your adventures. Nameste

[@ThoseHappyDays]

More to come! Thank you

[@despinamitsou7258]

Hello from Rhodes Greece 🥰 . Another awesome video. Bless you for such beautiful content. You take us to many amazing places. Love you both ❤️

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! 🙏 Hope you are well

[@janinesawyer5746]

Wow !!!! I can imagine you guys volunteering and living with that community ~ inspiring! Giggled with you Janine as you were surrounded by more and more people!!! X

[@ThoseHappyDays]

🤣🤣🤣

[@jemtreays]

Love this part of the world. First visited Chennai 20 years ago when my sister started a charity school for Anglo Indian kids. Have you visited mamalapuram? If not it's a great stop. Enjoy your travels both. Lovely positive vibes.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Hey yeah we did that stop a couple of videos before this one ..we really liked it too

[@martin96991]

Looks like I'm the first INDIAN to find your channel and let me tell u it's lovely.❤🙏👍

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you so much

[@vlinderdas1]

Sadhana Forest ❤🌳🌳 beautiful memories volunteering there. Happy India travels!

[@elizabethdunn2992]

Absolutely loving your videos. Another fascinating insight into India on that one. 👌❤️

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Awesome, thank you! 💖🛺

[@goyanka01]

Hello, 👍🏽 nice to know you guys! I learned something that is something I sought in my life. This video is inspiring and I might check these places as well. India is not for faint hearts and it makes you go through many things that forces you to come out of your comfort zone and that is how one gets more accepting and acceptable and in harmony with elements. To see love in everything and to be one with everyone! 🙏🏽👍🏽

[@ThoseHappyDays]

💯 agree and well said

[@petuniaromania6294]

Anyways, I am very happy that you are both having an enjoyable and safe experience there

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you! 😃

[@judeross3875]

Thank you so much for filming and sharing. I love hearing about sustainable communities and how they organise themselves. You both look so healthy and happy xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you, same! We love seeing sustainable ideas for the future

[@shellycottrell433]

Every time you two ffs !! You bring tears to my eyes, honestly loving your journey xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

❤️❤️❤️

[@cyndeeh]

Excellent video series! Love those communities you shared! Love that there's people living sustainably.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

It's beautiful to see isn't it

[@sandhurstwolves3956]

Everytime you mentioned the town I kept getting Orville and Keith Harris in my head

[@ThoseHappyDays]

💚 the duck? 🤣

[@sandhurstwolves3956]

@Those Happy Days yep the green one

[@Lindsay.k3492]

The India trip is one of my favourites of your travels such lovely warm people, thanks guys for sharing! I’m loving it Xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! Really pleased you are enjoying

[@travellingyoginikas]

Agreed. Some people in India are every warm ❤️ I did solo travel vlogging in India for 3 years and captured alot of the warmness and friendliness of the people. I feel they India has lots of cultural depth indeed ❤️

[@nickworley1000]

Way better than any TV documentary I've seen on the subject very interesting top drawer folks xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

😍🙏

[@northstarcreative]

That was great. I have friends who spent quite a bit of time in Auroville before the major floods which really affected the place and quite a few left after that. Looks like they’re doing a good job of getting back on their feet. ❤

[@tracywilliams1825]

Love seeing all the different parts of India, really interesting and educational xx thankyou !

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Toots8888]

Wow. That building is something else. Shame you had to book to see inside. Very interesting stuff. Thank you. Safe Travels. ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Tootsie63]

How amazing to see so many beautiful smiles in the world we're living in! Loved the group photo on the beach 😄

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Indian people are so beautiful aren't they

[@karenstorch9285]

What an amazing adventure you are both having in one of the friendliest places on earth. Thanks for the sharing. It has renewed my love of India. Take care. Happy travelling.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

❤️🇮🇳 that's great to hear

[@travellingyoginikas]

And it constantly renews my love of India too. ❤️

[@24annod]

Loving your journey around India. Thank you for showing us these wonderful places that exist. Defiantly adding these to my solo trip later on this year 😊

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You will have the best time

[@zerocarbon6787]

When in India you should visit ~ 1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach). b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.) c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna. 2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari). 3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali-Sissu, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter). 4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad. 5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church. 6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang). 7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Love Temple Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City. 8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Manali -Sissu, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations. 9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park. 10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand. 11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana. 12. North East India ---> Meghalaya - Cherrapunji, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam. Save this list for guidence. India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc) Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. .x.x

[@ilikejelly7890]

What a start to the new year guys, keep them coming. I was hoping you would have got into the big gold golf ball. I recently started meditating to try deal with health problems while waiting on surgeries , It helps with getting through some of the pain. Will try anything to take mid off it. Look forward to the next episode. 🤗 Michelle

[@umbongoapg]

sounds like my kind of place especially the forest group...a perfect bubble in all the madness....peace

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Yeah I agree

[@victorylovelace]

This was a very good, thought provoking video. Good job guys!!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

❤️✌️

[@lauraparker9532]

Oh wow, what an amazing place, more places are needed like this around the world to change it. X

[@les9920]

Really enjoying following this trip guys. You’re showing a side of India rarely seen, keep up the good work and I’m looking forward to the next episode. India looks amazing.

[@travellingyoginikas]

I'm also LOVING Those Happy Days indian series. I did solo travelling in India for ,3 years and their channel keeps India alive for me ❤️

[@les9920]

Never been brave enough to visit but who knows maybe one day.. My grandmother was born in India and was mixed race so I do have ancestry dated back to the time of the Raj, be interesting to visit and retrace family history.

[@travellingyoginikas]

@@les9920 oh Les thats REALLY interesting. It took me a really long time to build my confidence to go to India and I ended up going alone and travelling there for 3 whole years!!! I also have ancestors from India too and it really was a deep inner journey for me to discover my roots. It was mind-blowing, over whelming and deeply healing. My level of excitement was high. I would definitely recommend the trip for sure 😀👍 perhaps continue watching Those Happy Days to give you some confidence. I also have a channel about my solo travel adventures in India too. I'm always happy to help and I'm sure those Happy Days are also happy to help. Liam and Janine a re good friends of mine I'm sure that between us all we can help u out ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@TomMullins]

Great episode! Some really interesting places to visit. The moment at the beach gave me a chuckle as well, you're famous haha!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Haha janine got mobbed

[@karendoney9144]

Lovely! This is been so much fun! Interesting & informative! You both seem so happy and relaxed. Very much enjoying your adventures in India!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah we are having a great time thank you

[@raymondc5473]

What a fantastic place and lovely people, another cracking vlog, thanks you two.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! 🙏🇮🇳

[@davidmarshall5596]

Pete +2, Auraville looks a very interesting place 🤔 it always fascinates me how others live in there own country & in this case how they live in a community that lives a very 'simple' life if that's the right word.! Janine on the beach with at 1st a couple of people that escalated into something akin to her becoming celebrity status..& the nice thing was how well she was treated by the people..now that's something you Don't get everyday! All in all a vlog with a difference. Good luck pm your upcoming journey which will be a challenge. stay well & stay safe 🙏

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Haha it really isn't something you get everyday 😀🤣

[@bevholton8905]

Thanks guys another great video ,really enjoying your trip around India. Janine those beautiful women on the beach made me smile so welcoming. See you on next video stay safe guys xx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Weren't they beautiful ❤️

[@Lola-Yo]

Fabulous work as always and educational! ❤️

[@susanowen5505]

Thank you for sharing that amazing place in India, I am now adding that place to my bucket list

[@Chandrasekhar-me5pj]

If you are coming to India, try to search and visit places like Dharamsala, Shimla , Nainital , Spiti Valley , Leh , Gangtok , Darjeeling , Humpi , Goa , coorg , munnar , Dhanushkodi . These places are my recommendations , rest is your wish . I didn't recommend places like Delhi , Mumbai , Agra , Kolkata , Jaipur because those cities are crowded , overpopulated and pollution is high , also too many scammers .

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You should!

[@yogasouslayourte]

Amazing to see you driving around in a rickshaw - you brave people ! I’ve always wanted to do that but knew it was a bit mad...so I’m going to Iive the adventure vicariously through you ! Gratitude!! I love India, had been going back every year since living in Pondy and Auroville in the 90s. Then Covid hit, so haven’t been back for Too Long ! You had me in tears seeing Auroville again. Wishing you a fabulous journey. I can recommend stopping off in Amoor near Trichy to stay with SEVAI who have some amazing rural projects they’ll be happy to share with you. Love those people. Looking forward to seeing you get to Kunyakumari, it’s a very special place. All the best and many thanks !🙏🏽✨

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you for the advice and pleased it brought back memories for you 😊

[@annmatheson4533]

Good luck for your long journeys. What wonderful adventures you are having. Love seeing your videos and following this Indian expedition. As always, stay safe. xx❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad you like them!

[@loobyt8692]

Absolutely fabulous adventure x loving your channel and still watching back some of your older vlogs. You two are just such humble lovely people, so enjoy watching thank you x

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thanks so much! 😊 really appreciate you doing that

[@martin96991]

Mann.....your videos are addictive.👌 LOVE ❤ FROM INDIA 🇮🇳.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thanks so much

[@TheIndraprastha8]

Diversity with multilingual still oneness = India that is Bharath 🤝👍🙏🏼

[@steveowen8563]

Loved watching this one, it's on the bucket list to visit very soon. ❤️ Love watching your adventures in India 🇮🇳

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You should! Hope you do

[@travellingyoginikas]

Steve oh you should definitely visit India. It's amazing. I did solo travelling there for 3 years and it was super. ❤️

[@lilianakubecek6612]

Awesome video for sure 👌 and how lovely would it be to live that carefree sustainable lifestyle 🤗 thanks for the adventures ☺️

[@paulinehumphreys8780]

Super video showing us places we are unlikely to see! You seem to have really settled into India. Looking forward to you’re next adventure ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

We love crazy places haha

[@Thamburan666]

I visited Auroville during pandemic. Stayed in Goodness (in the hut). Wish to visit the place again, to meditate some time inside the Golden Globe.

[@mhairihefft3290]

Have to say I was really looking forward to having a look inside that amazing gold globe😍

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You and me both! But there maybe some video online

[@travellingyoginikas]

THANKU SOOOOO MUCH FOR SHARING THIS VIDEO WITH US LIAM AND JANINE. IT WAS SUPER ❤️

[@ThoseHappyDays]

So pleased you liked it mate

[@christopherbrown3695]

That’s a fantastic place thank you for showing us. Inspiring to know about the ethos of the community you visited, safe journey. 20:18

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! Thank you

[@judithcroft7887]

Thank you for your video. That was really interesting. I hope their message spreads across the world. If I ever go to India, Auroville will definitely be on my list! On a different note, have you heard of Kinging It? Kinging It are a welsh couple Craig and Aimee who have travelled from north to south India in an automated rickshaw. It might be worth checking out their videos for future places to visit and some travelling advice. Take care and thanks again.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

We have heard of them, but rarely get the time to watch other youtube stuff of similar nature. Usually once we finish editing our videos we do something completely different haha, as I'm sure you understand 😉

[@judithcroft7887]

@@ThoseHappyDays Haha! I understand completely! You need a break from your job! I love your videos though. xx

[@zerocarbon6787]

When in India you should visit ~ 1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach). b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.) c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna. 2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari). 3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali-Sissu, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter). 4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad. 5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church. 6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang). 7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Love Temple Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City. 8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Manali -Sissu, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations. 9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park. 10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand. 11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana. 12. North East India ---> Meghalaya - Cherrapunji, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam. Save this list for guidence. India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc) Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. .... ..

[@kevinnoone4507]

GREAT VIDEO AGAIN KEEP SAFE LOVE WATCHING YOUR INDIAN ADVENTURE ❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thanks for watching

[@michellechapman6961]

Still got a huge grin on my face, thank you so much. Stay very safe. Looking forward to the next one although I am feeling slightly apprehensive about your journey, how brave are you and what memories you are making. I will say it again stay safe.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you, don't worry we are taking all precautions ✌️🛺

[@gaeldejonge]

What an amazing journey you're on 😮 I dearly want to explore India and attendant Ayurvedic clinic for a panchacama cleanse. I'll definitely keep Auroville in mind to visit as well 🤗

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You should, such an interesting place

[@zerocarbon6787]

When in India you should visit ~ 1. For Beautiful Indian Beaches----> a) Andaman Nicobar Islands (Havelock's, Neil Islands. Rose and Smith Islands, Elephanta beach, Radha Nagar beach). b) Lakshyadweep Islands ( Bangaram Islands, Thinikara, Minikoy.) c) Goa, Kerala, Gokarna. 2. For Dessert Palaces ---> Rajasthan's Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Pushkar. Jaisalmer offers (overnight dessert stay, bonfire under moonlit sky/ camel safari). 3. For Snowy Himalayan Mountains ---> Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Ladhak, Leh, Nubra valley, Tso moriri, Pagong lake, Tawang, Manali-Sissu, Spiti valley, Sikkim - Nathu la pass, Gurudongmar lake, Lachung, Tsomgo lake/Changu lake, Yumthang Valley, Mcleodganj/Dharamshala, Kashmir (snows in winter). 4. For Backwaters, Tree/ Boat House ---> Kerala - Kumarakom, Alleppey, Varkala beach, Kovallam beach, Idduki, Thekkady, Munnar, Wayanad. 5. For Tropical Beaches---> Goa - Vagator, Calangute, Anjuna, Colva, & Benaulim. Grand Island for water sports. Fort Aguada, Church of Mae De Deus, Basilica of Bom Jesus. Temple of Bodgeshwar, St Xavier’s Church. 6. For Religious Tourism, Ganga ---> Rishikesh (rafting), Golden temple, Akshardam Temple (Delhi), Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Ranakpur temple, Bodh Gaya, Dharamshala, Brihadeshwara Temple, Dilwara Temples, Monasteries in North east (Leh, Ladhak, Sikkim, Tawang). 7. For Exotic, Different Architecture ---> Hampi, Badami Cave, Love Temple Khajuraho, Orccha city, Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Corridor, Mahabalipuram, Jatayu Earth Centre, Ellora Caves, Unakoti Rock Carving, Kailash Temple, Rameshwaram, Ramoji Film City. 8. For Hill stations ---> Sikkim, Munnar, Ooty, Coorg, Chitmangloor, Shillong, Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Manali -Sissu, Kodaikanal, Lonavala, Koroli, Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra Hill Stations. 9. For Wildlife Safari ---> Mysuru Zoo, Kaziranga National Park, Rajgir Wildlife Safari Bihar, Panna Tiger Reserve, Jim Corbett - Uttarakhand, Ranthambore National Park, Hemis National Park, Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park. 10. For Jungle Waterfalls, Wildlife, Camping, Offbeat Tourist Spots ---> Madya Pradesh, Jharkhand. 11. For Forts, Palaces, Temples ---> Delhi, Rajasthan, Mysore, Gujarat, Agra, Madya Pradesh, Telegana. 12. North East India ---> Meghalaya - Cherrapunji, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Assam. Save this list for guidence. India is 29 states 7 Union Territories. Each state is distinct and diverse by race, ethnicity, cuisine, language, festivals, ethnic dress, religion, mannerisms etc. No one state is similar to the other. Therefore India or indians cannot be stereotyped in one category for anything. Each state experience is unique. Google each "Indian state tourist spots" based on your preference (Dessert, Fort, Snow, Palaces, Hill Station, Himalayas, Temples, etc) Best time to visit India is in winters - Oct to Jan end. ....

[@carolinespianomeditations9222]

Another brilliant travelogue and what an amazing community that is in the forest! Thank you for showing us this. Enjoy your continuing journey 😊

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you, so pleased you enjoyed it

[@SacredAlchemist]

Awesome! 🎉 I had heard of Auroville, but didn’t manage to get there, on my trip, so super thanks for this wonderful video! It’s frickin’ awesome! 🙏🏻 Big hugs 🤗 ❤✨ xxx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

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[@vanessalackford4425]

Loved the community you visited.

[@stephenbaxter3369]

Another great episode documenting a fascinating journey through India.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

✌️🙌

[@nickymercer4398]

So interesting, you find some amazing places to visit. The noise of the tuk tuks takes me back to when we visited my brother in law and his Mizoram wife in 2006, you're very brave Liam driving Pete, take care both of you 🥰

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you, glad it's bringing back memories for you

[@BarrySantEasternArts]

Loving this India trip. Best wishes to you both especially Auroville very inspiring 👏

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@skippy6462]

Fantastic guys. Even with the ups and downs of travelling in Indian you'll for sure have stories and adventures to tell forever. Nothing is like India. Enjoy. Keep your hands clean and use mossie spray regularly. Keep well xxx

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you 🙏

[@joannebarrett1837]

Absolutely loving these vlogs. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with us. Much love to you both 💞

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Our pleasure! Thank you

[@travellingyoginikas]

Joanne I'm loving Those Happy Days Indian series. I did travel in India alone for 3 whole years so their episodes are bringing back memories ❤️

[@andybagshaw6332]

AMAZING video guys!!!

[@laurelcoverly4449]

Another fabulous beautiful video. Thank you 😊

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@gss6531]

Amazing journey guys, watched your van life UK videos and I've wanted to go back to India for a long time now!!!

[@ThoseHappyDays]

You should 🇮🇳🙏

[@beepbeepgamer1305]

I live in chennai TamilNadu another major city of TN which 170 km away from ponidcherry north, Me and my family [dad, mom, me and sister] have been to auroville twice together, My uncle has a special permit and he can bring in guests to auroville for any number of days so we went to auroville as guests, At the time auroville was not for everybody and people had to have a contribution to place to go visit some places like the yoga hall there, A meditation sanction, Temples etc. Interestingly pondicherry is a union territory of french colonies before independence and still is. You will see alot of people speaking french and tamil, I've also been inside the yoga hall and there is a huge diamond which concentrates sunlight into a further sphere ball which then glows really bright inside the mandir. The best place to meditate imo and we were there for few minutes. I've planned to go to auroville again with my friends who haven't been there this year like in within 4-7 months.

[@philipday8601]

Looks amazing place , lovely video, hope Janine cold is better x

[@ThoseHappyDays]

She's fine, felt like a small virus for a day and went...her cough is pretty much gone though dad

[@toriahazle1973]

Brilliant !! Your vlogs make my mouth water , the food always looks so good 🥬

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Thank you 😋 wait till the next one

[@andrewmc8314]

Greetings from South Africa,found your channel by chance this morning.Great Videos,I also mentioned you on the Symposium channel.

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Ah thanks man, appreciate it

[@TheRoba64]

Another great vlog. Keep up the fab work.

[@christineleahy2013]

Wow 😮how do you guys find these amazing places , I found myself wishing I was there living like that !! Good luck on your travels guys I hope Pete goes the distance you want him to 😊you’ll have to bring him back to the UK to meet Morgan 😅❤

[@ThoseHappyDays]

Haha we will I'm sure Morgan is dying to meet Pete