माझ्या विचारांची श्रुंखला. My Chain of Thoughts.

  Day 10 Lucknow to Ayodhya (Distance covered 143 km)   Today we woke up elated. Today is the last day of this epic ride. we all were battered, exhausted, some in pain, others battling technical issues with their bikes. But all were carrying the same enthusiasm and smile on their face. All were eager to reach Ayodhya and complete this ride.   We started early morning at 4 am and were flagged offed at Bada Immambada, in front of Rumi Darwaja.   We swiftly rode through empty streets of Lucknow and started eating away kilometers. Soon, the destination boards were in sight. Took some time to click photographs and finally we were at the gate of RamLalla's city of Holy Ayodhya. By 2:30 pm we reached Ayodhya. After quick lunch, got freshened up and all started for the Darshan of Ramlalla.   The temple is still being constructed, but the arrangements for devotees are excellent. There was hardly any rush when we took the darshan. it was satisfying to see the Shrine and R...

  Day 9 Kanpur to Lucknow (Distance covered 89 km)   Since we had to extend our previous ride, the stretch from Kanpur to Lucknow got shortened. This means, we will get more time to explore the City of Nawabs. We started a bit late than usual. 7 am was flag off. We started by 7:30 am. The morning traffic was light and we can see signs to Ayodhya appear within our reach. Thoughts crossed my mind to stretch till Ayodhya on 9th day itself. But foodie in me won the battle and the aroma of Shami kabab, Gilauti Kabab, Chaat and thoughts of Lucknawi Biryani dissolved my resolve and we went to Lucknow.   We reached Lucknow by 1:30 dodging the usual afternoon traffic. Quickly freshened up and started to explore the city. We were put up in the heart of the city near Bada Immambada. Everything was close by. All the famous food junctions, monuments were walking distance.   We indulged some Kababs and Biryani and did some shopping for kids and wife.   With the dream to reach...