Is INDIA Safe? 🇮🇳 #1 

Very excited to start sharing my travels across India! This is just the beginning - next episode in 2 weeks :) Edit: I see there’s been some discussion about the map used in the intro, so I wanted to clarify that I didn’t create it myself. The map is from the website 'The True Size' (www.thetruesize.com/) and was used simply to illustrate how big India is compared to other countries. I understand that some map representations can be sensitive or controversial, but I promise my intention was never to provoke or take any side. Thanks for understanding, and I really appreciate all your feedback!

4:00 "Anyway I didn't come to India just for food, I was very eager to learn about hinduism" feels nice to hear this💜💖😇 otherwise most of them come here for Indian cuisine that's also a good reason

11:40 "Business in India 🇮🇳 is Indian business, chaos in India is Indian chaos, there is nothing quite like it to compare" 🔥

Yes, India has a hygiene and waste management problem, but these youtubers only visit some of those dirty places in such a huge country, and people start judging the whole country. There are so many beautiful places to visit.

Its safe just follow basic rules avoid dark areas and scammers , don't bother horns , don't go to only felhi jaipur there are many more like kerala, meghalaya, Arunachal, sikkim, Himachal,leh, ladhakh,kashmir, Uttarakhand Assam ❤

To any female foreigner visiting India, make some good Indian friends before visiting. They will help you a lot during your stay. You will less likely be scammed and feel safe.

Such a soft and light way to discover a culture ❤

As an Indian I appreciate your efforts. I hope by the end of the series you'll also list and share the unsavoury experiences. It's important to balance it out. We need to be made aware of our short comings to work on them, improve them. Hope you have a good stay.

You can plan your trip to Sikkim. I don't think any vloggers have been there. They are places like Yumthang valley, Zero Point and Gurudongmar Lake in Sikkim. You can look up pictures on internet about those places. Best time to visit is during the winter months.

Visit Rishikesh and Himanchal Pradesh to experience yoga and spirituality in Hinduism. And yes a little bit of alertness would keep you safe.

I think when people come to India they should look at each state as a country because each state has different people from skin color to religion, culture, language, etiquettes and beauty. If tourist would judge India as a whole it would be difficult. ------------ People of U.P for example is totally different from people of Karnatka in every sense from their daily life and world view. Same goes for Nagaland and Ladakh. ----------------------- Some places where even indians would be scared to go. But some places are tourist friendly. At some places people consume meat more and at some places people dont. Some state liquor is banned at some places it is consumed widely. --------------------- At some places girls feel unsafe and at some places they can move freely. ---------------------- At some places people are more fascinated with foreigner white skin and would not leave you and ask for photos and at some places they won't. So when tourists come please dont make a mistake and jump on the city where everyone goes. Research a little more and go on unexplored places. 1st less people and more friendly faces who geniuenly care and not there to scam you. ----------+++--------- State wise comparison would be the best measurement to judge. Thank you

Nos compagnons français sont toujours les bienvenus en Inde. Jai Hind ! Vive la France !

No full stops in India as Mark Tully once wrote. This land is so diverse that any experience you have an equal opposite is also true. And that makes it a strange incomparable place with as you say 'no baseline can prepare you for'. To the world travelers planning their first or next visit to Bharat (that is India), either in a group or solo, please do stray away from the touristy places. Stay at homes and just don't indulge only in budget travel. India offers your some of the finest experiences in the world as well. Namaste and thank you Sophia for sharing your honest first experience.

I have been curious about India but apprehensive about going. Thank you for sharing your positive experience

This is one of the most beautiful vlog on India, be it be editing, voiceover, vibe , everything

I think you are the first foreigner who explored everything regarding Indian culture in such a deep way, ❤ I love it.

I can see the hard work in editing this video like background music according to environment and I Love it ♥️ keep it up and yes you are going to hit more than 100k subscribers from trip to India all the best

0:18 plz it's a humble request that kindly use the proper map of India. Please refrain from the used map of india. Thanks.

Hi sister I will watch the lots of videos for traveling but I am watching fast foreigner show the real India thank you so much for the showing Indian traditions

Is India safe? Mostly yes. But avoid some states if you can like Bihar, Jharkhand, Chaatisgarh and Uttar Pradesh's rural areas. Those are the areas where the population is insanely high and concentrated with lesser development along with rural areas not being that well connected. I am from Uttar Pradesh so I know it for a fact. The worst turist trap is the Delhi-Rajasthan-Agra/Varanasi trap. If you go to Delhi, just take a bus up north into the Himalayas, would be much more worthwhile. Varanasi is not for everyone and the infra sucks there. I was born and brought up there and that place has gone downhill in the past 10 years. Used to be much more quaint, free thinking and nice but now is just overcrowded with tourist who are mostly religious conservatives. I have myself been living in Bengaluru, Mumbai and Hyderabad. Still the best place to visit is Kerala in India along with Meghalaya. If you get a chance do visit any of the music festivals in India's North East like Ziro festival or Hornbill Festival. Those are some of the best festivals. Sikkim is a hidden gem that people do not visit generally but is bonkers good.

Is India safe? May or may not Pls keep your safety and I advise you to keep a company with you If you have to go somewhere in night. (I may sound weird but I'm concerned about your safety) Ps :- A case happened with a fellow doc from my state won't mention much or would be cursed by some fake patriotists here. Enjoy your stay in 🇮🇳❤

Thank you. People like u are needed in the society who tells truth rather than making clickbait vedios.❤

This is so poetic, your story binding is another level and thank you for bestowing INDIA with open mind and eyes. Nothing like INDIA, magic of good, bad and ugly.

welcome to India,I am from himachal 🇮🇳❤️

Hi iam new nice video 😊 And India is another world 🌍 different language different people different buses different climate I am so much love 💕 from Tamil Nadu ☺️

You should visit the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab (they also do the “langar” which is free food). I also recommend going to the Gurudwaras (Sikh temples). But I suggest you going with some people you know and trust because of your safety and to not be scammed with the prices, you never know, even if Punjab is safe.

Your words are one of the beautiful elements of the videos which make it unique!...thank you for sharing the journey 🤍🤍

Definitely not Delhi. India has amazing people and places, just don't base delhi as your first and last resort. Visit Madhya Pradesh and other states too

I am from West Bengal and I love south india spasaly ( channai ) Hindu people is nice😍🚩

My advice as an Indian.... You should not walk alone..be someone you trust.

I really appreciate your video you just gain another subscriber visit kolkata i was wait for that video❤

Welcome back lella Sophia! Well done! A very interesting episodes, looking forward to see the next ones 🤩

Don't know about that, but my Indian friend definitely did told me to avoid entire gangetic belt states, mostly keep south or south-west or go straight to North-East, extreme North is also very good.

India is unions of state , not separation of. Point is rather giving the suggestions in comments, help IND making safe . I see a lot of comments if these peoples were attempts to make sure the areas in hostility then we wouldn't stereotyped as crime prone. Don't defame her , she is not infant and knows well what to do ! 😢 Pls try make .00001% contributions in showing something uniqueness about Indian rather than defaming. Beacuse this survey are good evidence to westerners media for spicy headlines like BBC, DW etc. Change your thoughts and mentality and one contributions can help make safer. Namaste ! Welcome dear to IND 🇮🇳🙏 Jai Hind 🫡❤️🕉

This was a very unique travel video. Thanks for covering India so beautifully 🙏

Like the best 12 minutes of the day Nice job i really enjoyed it ❣️ Waiting for part 2 ...

Superbe vidéo, comme toujours !!

Follow the basic rules of Safety that you follow in your own country and you will be fine

Hey Sophia, just wanted to tell you that you're really good storyteller ✨. You gained a new subscriber 🥁🥁. I hope you will enjoy your stay in India btw love your vlog ❣️

India has diversity, in everything good , clothes, quality of life, way of living, cleanliness, animals - basically everything you see is very small piece . Some come here yo just spread hate and show the negative sides. So come enjoy and grow. Indians also don’t get a chance to see it totally!

Your way of story telling is so special, i love it!!!!!!

Welcome to India, visit Hyderabad it's safe and make some friends before you there with any place anywhere in this world away from your country, it helps you a lot

Wow, such a humble & eager to learn, not being Judgemental, TQ...you should Over look some Touristic place because there is lots of things which beyond Which world perceive about IND...... PRAY for Your SAFETY & JOY Full Journey 🙏

Welcome to India....there will be highs and lows in ur trip...our country is too diversed and i can certainly guarantee, that you will always learn something new everyday in this trip...just neglect all negetive things and dont judge anything quickly. people may not understand your language but u can easily find someone ready to help u....be happy and enjoy...

Me being indian ...I request u not to travel to Northern indian states like delhi,uttar pradesh,jarkhand, bihar, west bengal....it's not safe for tourists.....other than these place u can travel anywhere in india..u can travel to indian Islands lakshawadeep,andaman and nicobar islands its really beautiful or Himalayan mountains of ladakh...it's amazing beautiful views

Let me tell there's lots to see and experience still to get like North East India or Super Nort along side of Himalayas, the beaches specially the islands Laxwadeep islands and Andaman & Nicobar islands, zoo, History, national parks and everything.

Just Keep the camera on & try to explore as much as you can. Every thing has a good and bad side . But the thing matters the most is what we want to see❤ Hare Krishna 😊🕊️🙏

Very beautiful video. Such real story about india not like haters.

Welcome to Bharat, the land of everything .

If you visit places like delhi, agra, big cities, golden Triangle, which most of foregners do, and judge india basis of this, because these places really sucks, even we indians avoid these places, india is 2nd most geographical diverse country in the world, it's has himalayas, rainforest, desert, salt flats, beutful islands, and beaches, Here are some places you can visit 1) ladakh 2) Himachal pradesh 3) Kerala 4) meghlaya ( you will se some otherworldly nature) 5) for beaches(andaman island and lakhhwadwip island) Thank me later😊

hey Sophia, just so you know, it's very likely your friends gave you sweet paan which doesn't include the addictive stuff at all. That's usually consumed more as an after meal refreshment. It's also why one of your friends said it's good for digestion.

You should visit kerala❤✨ You got a subscriber. Such a heartwarming video about our country

Your storytelling gave me goosebumps because it comes from a place of love and curiosity! Keep exploring and sharing your authentic experiences. Peace & Love +1 subscriber

Welcome and have a safe ride. Be careful as my country has a problem with something you probably know. Be careful be safe and have a safe ride. And avoid stereotypical places like Dharavi, etc. Also travel to places like Kerala, Assam and Manipur. And thanks for coming.

Loved your way of presenting and narration. Your vlog isn’t just about the places, but about your experiences, like a story. India can be quite overwhelming and chaotic to outsiders but you didn’t seem to mind! Guessing it’s Coorg next! Love from Mysore ….hope you enjoyed your stay here ❤

Sophia, your videos are so good. Keep up your good work. Very excited for Episode 2

I hope u covered the north east india too...n not just. North and South india...btw great video

*LOVE FROM INDIA*

People who visit any other place than delhi have a totally different opinion about India. And its kind of sad actually, Delhi being the captital is highly unsafe and poverty stricken.

Southern and Western parts of India are more prosperous and safe 😊

If you see real india culture visit rajasthan Especially udaipur

Really amezing vlog mind vloing Great work Sophia

Some vloggers are extremely biased. If you type Bhutan travel in English on RU-vid you will see Kamiya Jani giving tips about travelling in Bhutan and many American vloggers have admired Bhutan but their videos have only become popular among Indians and Bhutanese people. Just type Travel Bhutan in Russian and you will see a video by Illya Varmalov titled "Bhutan: Himalayan Paradise or cold, poor and repressive shole?" That video is full of lies about Bhutan and it has 5 million views. Bhutan is a middle income country and is in no way poor. They can become high income if they have 6-8% GDP growth for 25 years. Then Bhutan is a constitutional monarchy and it is like Denmark on paper. They are not even among the worst 50 countries of the world in terms of corruption, rule of law, political rights and civil liberties. In the Bertelsmann Transformation Index they are in blue category with India, Taiwan, Botswana, Costa Rica and Chile. All repressive countries are in red category. Also, if you consider Bhutan a shole why you spent US$ 1600 there? The problem with that guy is that if he went to Bhutan and shared his travel experiences he would have only got 20k-30k views. In order to get millions of views he created negativity, pushed shock and churned sensationalism. Then one Russian guy commented under his video that after watching you in Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh and Bhutan, I have decided not to visit any South Asian country. This is just like telling Tyler Oliviera that after watching your videos in USA, Canada, Mexico, Jamaica and Haiti, I have decided not to travel North America.

its all okay people are good but uh should avoided shady nd crowded places delhi mumbai are just industry areas visit - KERALA , himachal , udaipur these three are my fav places to go and LEH TO

Welcome to India 🇮🇳 Iam from Kerala india 😊

Well made🎉

I suggest you visit Himalayan states in India Ladakh, Himachal , uttrakhand, Meghalaya.

In Mumbai and Chennai I can say it is safe. I've never seen any eve teasing or attacks against women, I also never heard any woman or girl around me complain about feeling unsafe or having bad experiences so I can confidently say such things don't happen atleast in the areas where I lived in (Thiruvanmiyur in Chennai and Kandivali East in Mumbai). I think it is the case for most places in India. You hear a lot of these incidents in the news but you are unlikely to experience such things in regular day to day life.

The only thing you need while traveling is an open mind free of prejudices and stereotypes and ofcourse some basic street-smartness. Have a great time!

Paan is a mouth freshener to give you a minty breath after having a heavy meal. It's not something to be eaten every now and then.

Still...please be very very careful. All it takes is one bad apple. So don't drop your guard. Indian here!

Your video is just so real and amazing 😮❤

You held me I'm waiting for next episode. You are awesome my god I must say...

Pls advice to all Himachal like hill states are the real essence of India. Peaceful in every way

Very well narrated and very well cinematography. Good Luck 😊 keep it up 👍👍

I recognise the hostel at 1:11. I stay there everytime I go to Bangalore. Enjoy your stay.

Withh all its flaws, I love my mother India❤

She is from France (always under riots) and talking about safety in india🤣

There r many clean areas in India too like Indore, South Bombay, BKC, Gurugram etc, but in some areas where amount of population is too high, there is an issue with cleanness and yes we need to improve in those areas, but Social Media only highlights the 'Negative' areas of India in such an intensity that foreigners don't even believe that the above mentioned cities even belong to India. There was a Movie Character in India who was a Handicap, who used to make Flat Breads using his armpits( obviously it isn't real, its a movie) yet it has been portrayed in Social Media in Such a way that the person is real.

Great travel vlog. India is one of the safest place. Keep travelling :)

Every country have bad & good people and places. So if you avoid those bad places you will be okay ❤

Come to Calicut Kerala 🇮🇳

4:18 That is mindblowing, You are getting to witness the “YAGYA” of Hindu Tradition which dates back to thousands of years & the mantras which you are hearing are from the “VEDAS”…The chanting are amazing even for the Hindu people as we don’t witness it on a regular basis in such an intimate way… P.S. The mantra which you are hearing right now is “MAHA MRITYUNJAY MANTRA” a part of RudraAstadyayi which derived it source from YajuraVeda…This mantra is believed to heal the body & mind, legends says that it can also trick the death itself. This is the actual chanting from which this mantra is taken : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-XLoJUgBEnIg.htmlsi=N7Ry34_BwGlEw1MU

0:04 bs, for every negative video on India there is 100 yt videos with cringe overt glorification of India for views.

Hope you enjoy your stay. Please visit places like Darjeeling, Sikkim, Goa, Ladakh, Andaman Nicobar Islands.

Undiscovered state may be

0:20 This is not the correct Map of India...Use correct map next time

I've been to UK. I'm Indian. I found that UK is more dangerous than India in every way. In UK everyone is just quite about all their issues whereas they look down on India. The truth is just like every country you should research for good places to visit and bad places to avoid and everything will be fine. I've found that theres more scope to be good and have better future in India than in anywhere in the world. Most lf the world thinks its already up there and hence there isn't much room for change. India need not become like the west but the party and drug culture of west is not obviously helping india in any way. I dont like these druggies of the west and everywhere.

Amazing storytelling ! Keep up the good work❤

Not safe for citizens forget about foreigners

hey dear you used wrong map of India please remove or edit it

Welcome to India sister 😊❤

they were so confused cause its a typical thing that foreigners when eat dosa or other things they eat it like taco / roll and eat whole piclke pieces indivisually and eat a whole tablespoon of just chutney and for them its like even a 2 yr old toddler will eat dosa by tearing it into pieces and appying chutney like you apply wasabi to sushi so its awkward for them to teach you a basic thing thats why they are laughing and just friends things nothing else all the best for your journey also india is safe if you take safety seriously and not take it for granted

Welcome to India Sophia , i hope you'd enjoy your stay here.

This is a country with 1.4 billion people, do you expect all of them to have the same level of, education, wealth, and wisdom and anything else, this is India, here things work on collective consciousness. Anything you can imagine can happen to you here good or bad. So my advice to you would be better be careful while wandering around. Always focus on your surroundings. Only go to places where you feel comfortable. Never try to be oversmart, and over adventures. I have travelled across India , and believe me most of the Indians don't have experienced the whole of India.

thank you for visiting our lovely Country 😊🇮🇳

10:00 those wood works in uk is like minimum £2k😅

*Mysore region is most safest place in india*

Sophia that's not the correct map of India. Btw welcome to India, glad to see you soon❤😊.

Mysore is not a city of YOGA... Go To Rishikesh(Yoga is born here)