Quote: (05-15-2015 08:58 AM)KC4 Wrote:
This thread makes me wanna go back there. While I haven't been there for 9 years I'd like to see how the country has changed. Only problem would be which city. I am looking at goa, Mumbai, kerala maybe some other less known city
So here it goes I am 5'7
170 pounds.
I am Indian myself but don't look Indian at all. Almost the same skin colour as roosh. Bankroll around 4 grand.
So which city would be the most of my liking?
It helps if you have someone on the ground to guide you around. The current lot of urban millenials in the cities below are pretty cool to hang around.
1. Mumbai. High end scene is great, decent chances of getting laid. Bipolar city - you'll see some of the richest and some of the poorest people within minutes of each other. Avoid going during the monsoon (Jun-Sep/Oct), heavy rains clog the city up. Best times in winter (Nov-Feb). Lots to see, amazingly varied food. Hindus, Muslims, Zoroashtrians, Christians and Jews all have their own specific cultural landmarks, food, celebrations depending on what time of the year you go. Somewhat progressive city.
2. Pune. (The arts and brewing scene is pretty great here, a lot of things to do here if you've got someone to show you around). Called the Oxford of the East, large student population. Whatever your race or ethnicity, you'll have a great time here, excellent chances of getting laid. Weather is decent throughout the year. Very progressive city (except for valentine's day - racially charged politics on that day for some reason). My personal favorite.
3. Bangalore (avoid the IT crowd, a majority are either pretty frustrated or extremely nerdy, also cliquish). Traffic is a nightmare, weather is decent, a few places to get laid.
4. Agra - Shithole of a city, people always looking to rip you off. But the Taj Mahal is larger than life and definitely worth a detour if you can make it.
5. Delhi - Need to be a little careful because some times it can get dangerous. Bipolar like Mumbai (melting pot of cultures and whatnot. Many historically significant places, as well as modern places to chill out). Guide recommended.
6. Kolkata - Dirty, but worth a day or two, just for the food. Try going here during the Durga Puja time, pretty sick.
7. Chennai - Avoid like the plague. Bad weather all year round, bad water, people extremely proud of their own culture (a nightmare if you don't speak the local Tamil language, people absolutely REFUSE to speak Hindi/English).
8. Kerala (is a state) - Decent places to visit, usually safe, cheap, people are somewhat friendly.
9. Goa (I think this is a state?) - Overrated in my opinion. Locals are lazy AF, druggies and degenerates and old russian tourists swarm the beaches. There were a few unspoiled beaches and I had a surreal time, but that was because one of us had grown up there and a few contacts on the ground. Bacon was weird.
10. Sikkim(state) - Beautiful. Hiker's paradise.
11. Avoid Uttar Pradesh & Bihar. Largely lawless.
12. Punjab - Can be a hit or miss. People are obsessed with being larger than life. Kinda like the Texas of India? A large part of the current crop of kids have become druggies, and from what I gathered this has become a really big problem outside of the cities. Don't take my word on Punjab though, perhaps other members can chime in here.
P.S. If you have someone like a friend or family on the ground, India is a pretty rewarding experience. Getting someone you trust and who knows the area is
highly recommended.
P.P.S. I'll be heading down to Pune for Christmas, so if there's forum members there who want to meet, I'm down.
Happy to answer any other questions.