7 Days Cruising the Holy Ganges in India - River of Life and Death
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The creators document a seven night river cruise aboard the Ganges Voyager 2, traveling along the holy Ganges River in India. Starting from Kolkata, the journey explores the cultural, spiritual, and social complexities of the region. The creators visit various locations via auto rickshaws and traditional boats, including the temple city of Kalner, the brass making village of Matiari, and the historic town of Murshidabad. They highlight the contrast between the luxurious five star accommodations on the ship and the raw, unfiltered life along the riverbanks, which includes subsistence farming, religious rituals, and significant pollution. The itinerary also features visits to the Hare Krishna movement headquarters in Mayapur, the French colonial architecture of Chandannagar, and the bustling Mullik Ghat flower market in Kolkata. The creators conclude that while the river presents shocking sights and environmental challenges, the cruise offers a unique and essential way to experience the diverse and deeply spiritual landscape of India.
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this river cruise is about as far from conventional as you can get and certainly one of the more original and exciting we've experienced so far
the holy Ganges also suffers from terrible pollution which is a deep concern for those that bathe launder clothes and irrigate crops directly from the river banks
it's not for everyone but for those with a thirst for adventure and an understanding of a part of the world that has yet seen Mass tourism it's an absolutely essential trip
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