New Delhi: When most people hear the name road trip, the picture of beautiful mountains, open roads and a memorable journey comes to their mind. But there are some such roads in India, where the journey is as beautiful as it is difficult. Driving on those roads requires not only enthusiasm but also experience and caution. Let us know about some such roads where driving is not child’s play.
Whenever there is talk of challenging and exciting road trips, the name of Manali-Leh Highway comes first. This route passing between the snow-clad peaks of the Himalayas and magnificent valleys is the dream of every traveller. However, lack of oxygen at high altitude, bad roads and changing weather makes this journey difficult. Not only this, in many places petrol pumps and other facilities are not available for long distances.
Along with this, Srinagar-Leh Highway is also famous for its natural beauty. But Zoji Pass on this route is a big challenge for the travelers. Narrow roads, deep ditches and the risk of landslides make driving here even more risky.
Apart from this, Kinnaur-Spiti route of Himachal Pradesh is also no less exciting. The roads built between high mountains and deep valleys are so narrow at many places that special caution has to be taken while driving. The paths made by cutting rocks make this journey even more interesting.
Zuluk Loop Road of Sikkim is known for its dozens of sharp turns. The frequent hairpin bends and sudden fog here test the drivers. This route can be challenging especially for those who have little experience of driving in hilly areas.
Apart from this, Sach Pass route of Himachal Pradesh is also counted among the most difficult routes of the country. Mud, bumpy roads and changing weather make traveling difficult here. Therefore, before setting out on these routes, it is very important to make complete preparations regarding vehicle condition, weather information and security arrangements. Otherwise you may get into some big trouble.
