An American Explores Valmiki Tiger Reserve, Motihari & Tries Champaran Mutton! | Dil Se Bihari E4
Friends, do you know that far from the city, in Bihar, there is a paradise where you can escape the stressful city life and recharge in the lap of nature Welcome to Valmiki Tiger Reserve [Music] I have found Nandi Ji How much does it cost? 1100! [Music] So, friends, how much you are gonna hustle in City life? There's nothing better than being in the embrace of nature here! wow [Music] [Music] So, we’ve come to the Kauleshwar Bridge which is a bridge where you can walk through a canopy This is actually a hanging bridge, and as you can see, we are right in the middle of nature On this side, you’ll find a full jungle, and on the other side, you’ll have the chance to see Nepal, with beautiful mountains and rivers. If you look below, you might also have the opportunity to spot some animals. I even saw a print of a tiger myself so honestly, I’m a bit scared here but it’s also exciting!The Kauleshwar Bridge is inside the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, which is famous for its tigers If you want to see a tiger here and go on a tiger safari, you can do so by sitting in a jeep safari The jeep can carry six people, and the price is ₹2,000 per person [Music] Did you know that there are about 40 to 50 tigers in this tiger reserve? Let's see if we can spot one; I’m honestly a little scared, but it will be fun to see one! I just loved it guys [Music] The Valmiki Tiger Reserve is very famous for its tigers, but what many people don’t know is that apart from tigers, you can also spot leopards, elephants, deer, and many other animals here Plus, it’s a paradise for bird watchers as well with around 250 different types of birds So, let’s go, guys! We’re going to look for some animals as long as they don’t end up eating us! Let’s go guys! Friends, we’ve just arrived at the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, and I’m not going to shout too loud because there’s an elephant right behind me! It’s so close, I’m seeing it up close for the first time in my life, and it’s eating grass.
I feel like sitting on this but I shouldn't do that here, just watching is enough. But wow, it's so beautiful, man! Such a lovely animal, a giant, but so cute It's so much fun just watching it, bro Being in nature has its own unique joy, you know? There are no cell phones here, nothing works. It's completely peaceful. It feels like an adrenaline rush It's like, here, anything can happen a tiger could appear out of nowhere.
It feels like I could become a tiger myself Guys, something crazy happened to us just now It was so quick that we didn’t even manage to catch it on camera We were driving in the car and a deer jumped right across the road and hopped into the jungle on the other side. Guys, there are so many things to see here just drive slowly and keep your eyes open. [Music] In Bihar, we're traveling in an electric auto these days kind of like how we visited Golghar in Patna. There's a small, beautiful Golghar here too, and the government has put up colourful bins on top so you can see the Himalayas, temples, rivers, crocodiles, and much more I didn't actually have money with me, my pocket is a bit light right now, but I borrowed it from someone. Wow, wow, this is on another level thought it would be like this, but there’s another level to it A lot of people don't know that you can see such beautiful views in Bihar [Music] And guys, you can see here that the government has installed a telescope. With this, you can zoom in and get a good look at the entire mountain, temple, and everything from here just like how my camera zooms in on my face You can do the same, just with this telescope After enjoying the scenic views of Golghar make sure to visit the Eco Park which is just a few thousand meters away.
It’s a perfect destination for family and kids’ entertainment So, friends, the Bihar government has spent 8 crores to build this beautiful Eco Park for kids, and there are swings here for me too! [Music] Also, from the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, you can even take an international trip without a ticket or visa. Yes, you can cross the India-Nepal border and visit Valmiki Ashram, which is a very important historical site. Here, I met a baba who told me all the interesting stories about this place [Music] So, can you tell us something about this temple and place? When people from Ayodhya started taunting Lord Ram or Mata Sita then Mata Sita came here and completed her exile. period here in this jungle Actually, it’s believed that her birth took place here in Valmiki Ashram, and since Valmiki Ji was a Brahma Rishi, he wrote the Ramayana here.
The events that happened in Ramayana even the ones that were unseen were written by him He could see everything with his yogic powers. They were Foresighted, so they had already seen everything beforehand. And written everything in Ramayana He even wrote about Mata Sita here, while in Ramayana They have shown that Mata Sita merged here but in the Ramayana, they depict that Mata Sita it’s shown that she was with Lord Ram in his court As for the animals, after 2 or 3pm , you’re not allowed to enter because there are wild animals here. When you were driving, a deer jumped in front of your car, right? We all know these things happen.
Every animal, bird, and creature here has its own story. Did anyone tell you about the deer incident, Wow, I’m so impressed. did you know about it? How did the baba know about the deer? This mystery will remain with him! [Music] So, friends, there is a great arrangement for staying at the Valmiki Tiger Reserve. The Bihar government has set up a jungle camp right in the middle of the forest.
Staying here gives you a full camping experience, and it feels like you’re completely immersed in the jungle [Music] If you want the full camping experience you can rent a tent for just ₹7,784. And if you want to stay at the same height as the monkeys you can book a tree hut for just ₹1,120 there are many options for staying here, like these bamboo huts which are available for only ₹1,120 [Music] At night, you can hear the roar of lions and the screams of leopards It’s a bit scary, but it also seems like it affects me too, brother, but for him... you an adrenaline rush and a lot of fun.
Definitely check this place out! [Music] [Music] We also visited the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, and it was amazing. After talking to the locals there, we learned about a local tribe called the Taru Tribe. Their lives are deeply connected to nature and nature is the core of their culture and values Their philosophy is "Your dreams are free your voice is loud and when you rise, the world rises with you." Now, we are going to visit the home of a tribe member. Their homes are very simple but quite beautiful. Their houses are made of grass and mud, and everything in their house is handmade.
[Music] So, let's go, friends! Now we’re heading to their house to see how they live here so come here. [Music] Let’s see what else we can explore here. Wow, it seems like there’s some kind of function happening. There is a function going on, and I am also becoming local, so I am looking at what's happening in the local function.
Namaste, Namaste, Uncle. Namaste, tell me, what's happening here? We are having a meeting. So we will speak in our own language. We are holding a "kachari" (meeting) Oh, and could you tell me a bit about your tribe's history How long have you all been here? We don't even know when we arrived here.
We have been here for many years, and one of our traditions is that we worship any plant or tree that is green and healthy for 48 hours During those 48 hours we impose a sort of lockdown. during this time. No one is allowed to pluck even a green leaf This promotes sustainable living. Another thing is our culture when our farming season ends, the women celebrate with a traditional dance. okay dance type Can you tell us the name of this dance, Uncle? Can Aunties show us how it’s done? I will also learn some moves [Music] Auntie, you have already taught us enough, now please feed us, we are hungry! So, friends, we can learn a lot from the Taru tribe in this area, especially regarding how we can preserve nature specially with issues like global warming and pollution.
They consider nature as divine. you can preserve and one more way is that you can consider nature as god If you visit the Valmiki Tiger Reserve,. If you visit the Valmiki Tiger Reserve, the villages nearby are all from the Taru tribe So, when you come here make sure to meet these welcoming people and learn about their culture. They are very warm and friendly.
See you guys at the next destination! [Music] So, friends, now we have arrived at a very famous landmark in Motihari the Motihari Lake It is called Motihari Lake because people say that a long time ago, pearls were cultivated here and that’s how it got its name Guys, one thing to note that a lot of development is happening here. The Bihar government is constructing a fantastic Marine Drive to boost tourism. There will be water fountains, adventure water sports, boating, All facilities like seating and jogging area. seating, jogging areas, and all kinds of facilities here But right now, I have to go for jet skiing. [Music] Oh, brother! It's such a blast! guys guys , really had a fun [Music] So, friends, now we are at the most important stop, the famous Ahora Mutton of Motihari.
We will try the famous meat here, which is an essential stop for non-vegetarians. Let’s check it out Guys, what all types of mutton do they have here? There is mutton kebab and mutton seekh, and it takes about 15 minutes to prepare the kebabs and 20 minutes for the seekh. First, it's marinated and then cooked. what all types of muttons are made in here there's cold mutton and haandi mutton also and you can already smell how delicious the dish is [Music] Guys, really, no matter where you are in the world whether it's New Delhi, New York, or anywhere else you must catch a flight to Motihari and come here to eat The taste here is like nothing I’ve ever experienced anywhere in the world. It’s incredibly good, flavourful, and unique! This taste is something you won’t find in chicken, paneer, or anything else.
It’s a very unique taste, and you can tell that it’s made not just with spices but also with love. It’s so delicious! One thing, brother, why is this so famous? Because whenever Motihari’s name comes up people always talk about trying the mutton there Make sure to try the mutton there. Why is that? Our ancestors didn’t leave the basic ways of cooking We used to cook in clay pots before all these inventions came about.
Back then, it was cooked over coal and the taste was like the earthy, , smoky flavour It’s been made this way for thousands of years and it still continues the same way today. It’s slow-cooked, slowly and steadily. Once it’s packed, it doesn’t open again until it’s fully cooked. Great things take time Wow, that’s amazing, the taste is incredible! Guys, this was really an amazing experience! You have to try this. The Ahuna Mutton is giving Bihar its own identity. So, whenever you visit Bihar make sure to come to Motihari and try their famous champaran ahuna mutton [Music] Friends, today we’ve come to a very special place This was built in memory of Gandhi Ji’s Champaran Satyagraha This place is very special because Gandhi Ji was i was presented before the SDM Court here on April 18, 1917.
Gandhi Ji stood exactly at this location when he appeared before the court. [Music] This magnificent pillar, which is 48 feet high is made of lime stone. [Music] [Appreciation] Friends, this is actually a very interesting experience for me because, just like you, I’ve seen many photos of Gandhi Ji from his old age but this is my first time seeing this place where Gandhi Ji was during his younger years. [Music] Hey friends, right opposite Gandhi Ji's memorial you'll find another amazing place, the Charka Park, where you can learn a lot about Gandhi Ji There is a lot written here about him. [Music] Friends, I feel like I can learn something from these monkeys too. There’s a lot to learn here because sometimes I also see, hear, and say things I shouldn't.
So, I’m getting a chance to learn here. Guys, I might just become Gandhi Ji’s fourth monkey! I hope my wife doesn’t kick me out saying “What’s wrong with you? You’ve become too fat!” [Music] So, let's go! Namaste, Uncle! What’s the name of this village? Mathauli This place feels really peaceful and calm. It’s a great place I’ve noticed that the air we get in the city is nothing like this. Even if you spend money you won’t find this kind of oxygen anywhere else.
Here, it’s free, and you get it for free! What a life! I should come here too, right? Okay, come! It will be great here But I don’t have a house here. Can I stay at your place for six months until mine is built? Sure, why not? You can stay. Alright, that sounds good! You see, the people here are so welcoming and sweet. I spoke to them for just 5 minutes, उनका घर का इनवाइट मिल गया कि रह ही जाओand now I’ve already received an invitation to stay at their house! Bihar is a place where you can come, and within 5 minutes, you can go to someone’s house and stay without any tension People in Bihar are very trustworthy Everything runs on trust here. It’s amazing!
We came here to the wildlife sanctuary You know, the Udaipur Wildlife Sanctuary is being developed. The government is investing a lot of money in it so that tourists will come. Once the bird feeding station is set up, it will bring a lot of progress It will help us a lot, especially in business and work because people from outside will come to visit and explore We will greatly benefit from this [Music] [Appreciation] [Music] So, friends, we’ve just arrived at the Ashoka Pillar in Lauriya. It’s a magnificent pillar, and it has been preserved so well. But in reality, it’s actually quite old However, the government has preserved it very beautifully. This pillar is 12.8 meters tall
and was built by Emperor Ashoka. The inscriptions on it are all about peace and non-violence because Emperor Ashoka was a follower of Buddhism and the inscriptions highlight non-violence. When you look at these inscriptions, you’ll realise how amazing the craftsmanship was back in ancient times. Just 3 kilometres away from the Ashoka Pillar there’s another site related to Emperor Ashoka that blew my mind. [Music] So, friends, we’ve reached a stunning historical site called Lauriya Nandangarh Stupa It’s so majestic! Archaeologists that you can learn a lot about Buddhist religion here.
[Music] What a creation! If the whole world had a chance to see it, wow! Many people know about the famous places like Bodh Gaya for Buddhist tourism but a lot of people don’t know that people also visit this stupa here to see it even internationally. You should definitely visit this place once It looks 10 times more impressive in real life than it does on camera. It’s absolutely magnificent! Seeing the diversity of Bihar, I’ve become an even bigger fan of this place. Adventure, culture, thrill – it has everything! If you want the itinerary for this Bihar circuit just comment #MajesticBihar and I’ll definitely send it to you – pinky promise! Now, let’s have some fun.
Let’s call Charlie. Charlie, where are you? Hey Charlie! How are you, bro? Feeling very peaceful, right? Why’s that? Oh, this vibe is like that the whole atmosphere is spiritual calms the mind. And, you’re not even here, so it feels even more peaceful But you’ll make fun of me, right? It’s okay, no worries! Bro, sitting by the Gandak River I felt so peaceful it was such a calming experience, bro And then learning about Emperor Ashoka and Gandhi Ji, I got so pumped up, full of motivation! No, If Bihar can bring me peace it can bring peace to anyone, bro. You know how hyper I am, but sitting near he Ganga River it felt like all my life's tensions were just fading away, like they were flowing away with the water It felt amazing, bro The whole vibe was so calming. And you know, the people there, their energy is so comforting, it just makes you feel at ease Sitting by the Ganga, looking at the flowing water it was such a beautiful feeling, man.
Honestly, Bihar is such a place where you can feel every emotion, every vibe Tomorrow, we're going to the Three River Island in Kahalgaon which is supposed to be super beautiful. Then we’ll visit the Oini Dam, and later the laxmipuri shvetambar jain temple We're also planning to go to the Vikramshila Dolphin Sanctuary It’s going to be a great trip, bro! Alright, we’ll talk tomorrow, take care, bro! [Music]
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