Why are Indians crazy about vacations in foreign destinations?

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It's not like India is the dullest place on this planet. We've got mouthwatering street-food, age-old recipes for delicacies that are finger-licking good, monuments, temples and palaces that stand tall in spite  of centuries worth rains, snows, hail and storms, heritage that goes back a long, long way, you just name it. It's more than enough for people around the globe. 
But...still not enough for us Indians (the sad truth). What is wrong with our own country...Singing patriotic songs to show your love for India is just not enough... You've got to act like it, my dear fellow Indians. Yes, yes, I know once in a while you'll need the thrill of being at some 5-star resort at some exotic island OUT OF INDIA on a getaway from your tight everyday routine, but does it have to be like that always? How many of you have been to Abu? How many of you even know where Abu is (Take a not-so subtle hint: It's in the same state as Jaipur. Get it? Or is it still as obscure?)

 It's up to the older generation to instill some pride in their juniors. As for the younger generation, here's some free advice : express your desire to see India, to your doting parents, before going all the way to Europe. I'm pretty sure they'll listen to you.
Most of you definitely don't realise how breathtaking the views from snow-capped mountains at Gulmarg are.  How about taking in a whiff of fresh air at Darjeeling instead of suffocating on carbon monoxide in Delhi. (Trust me, you'll love the change). Or how about looking at the cave paintings at the Ajanta and Ellora caves instead of gawping at paintings made by foreigners in museums? At least value what is left of our ancient artworks!  Have you checked out every nook and corner of India that you want to move forward to other nations?
Whatever it is, if you are still reading, make sure you think twice before planning your next out of country trip (and do excuse my frank words and indignation on the 'down-marketing' of my country).

Comments

  1. Mathew Joseph C.19 December 2017 at 08:53

    Yes. India is blessed with diversity and natural beauty. We must learn to admire it.

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