A British architect has gone viral after documenting a six-month solo backpacking journey across India, which he described as “deeply enriching.” In an Instagram video titled “6 months Solo backpacking India. Verdict,” the traveller, known as Jack, shared that the experience was well worth the trip, noting that it significantly expanded his professional knowledge and expertise in architecture. Jack stated that he arrived in India with only a backpack, a camera, and “a head full of drawings” he had only ever seen in books.
“Six months travelling solo across India. It hasn’t all been perfect. There have been long bus rides, language barriers, missed plans, exhaustion, and days where everything felt harder than expected. But it’s been deeply enriching,” Jack wrote.
Expressing his awe for Indian architecture, the British tourist highlighted Hampi, noting how the intricate carvings provided a deeper understanding of the craft.
“I came here for the architecture; to see with my own eyes the places I’d studied for years, the drawings that once lived only on paper. And standing in cities like Hampi, walking temple streets, tracing carvings with my hands, those moments made every difficult day worth it. Architecture here isn’t quiet. It’s layered. Crowded. Alive with history and belief,” said Jack.
As for those still undecided about travelling to India, Jack advised them to take the plunge and explore the country, adding that it would all be worth it in the end.
“Six months in, I have no doubt in my mind that coming here was the right decision. Not because it was easy. But because it was worth it. Because travel like this changes how you see the world and how you see yourself moving through it.”
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As the video went viral, social media users urged Jack to continue exploring India, as there were unique architectural marvels yet to be explored.
Come back soon because you have a lot to cover in Bharata. Ancient architectural marvels. The unique changing geographical magic across India,” said one user, while another added: “Keep it up man. Travelling vicariously through you.”
A third commented: “Whooaa!!! I guess we met 4 months ago. Been consistently watching your journey and actually learnt couple of things about India I never knew. Glad to see you had a great experience!!”
A fourth said: “You’re always welcome here, Jack! Btw, you still have a lot to explore, especially down in the South and especially, the cradle of Indian architecture.”