Today we all know what adventure sports are.
They’re everyone’s go-to activity for weekends that appeal to all crowds such
as families and even corporate outings near Bangalore. Adventure activities in Bangalore are growing ever popular but the road to
getting here was a long and arduous one. Over the years adventure sports have
been boosted by the media and more people want to participate and watch these
activities! Here are some landmarks and legends of adventure sports history
from around the globe:
- ESPN’s X Games is the reason
for mainstream media paying so much attention to adventure sports today.
The 1990s is when the rage started and today every youth and many older adults have made adrenaline activities a part of their lives. Remember the point about media boosting adventure sports? This is just what we mean! A single game show can skyrocket a culture into the hearts of the public.
- The first Summer X Games were
held in 1995 in Newport, Rhode Island and the first Winter X Games were held in 1997 at Mountain Resort, Big Bear Lake, California. These X games have evolved in various countries to cultural variations. India may have been a little late to the party but we certainly caught on to the culture with shows such as Khatron Ke Khiladi. These shows can involve either celebrities or common people who try stunts that range from disgusting to mind-bending. Either way, the viewer is left with their heart in their
throat!
- We’ve all seen the amazing
surfers and some readers may even engage in the sport themselves. Surfing,
in its early stages, was known as Enalu in Hawaiian and was first seen by
Westerners of James Cook’s time. It is a vital part of Polynesian culture and has now become a common sight. Where the waves go high, there are those trying to ride them. The sport of surfing may be limited by location but that’s what makes tourism in Coastal areas even more popular!
- Did you know white water rafts
are merely inflatable rafts? The rapids are dangerous and filled with rocks and are often flowing at very high speeds. Adventurers are advised to keep safety as the number one priority when white water rafting. The sport can be done in a group or solo, either is just as thrilling!
- Rappelling, available at many Resorts in Kanakpura can
be a thrill apart from regular life altogether. Defy gravity and climb
rocks while rappelling at the best nature adventure camp in Kanakapura with all
the safety equipment and professional guidance. It may be scary at first
but the expert handling will reaffirm any newbie’s faith in the safety of
the advanced rappelling equipment in today’s world.
- The Contra Dam is where the famous scene in Dhoom 3 was shot. The location has garnered a little more
traffic since its appearance in the film, GoldenEye. There are many such locations Have gathered a lot of publicity since they appeared in movies. This
is how adventure sports become a part of popular culture as well. There is
a lot to be expected from these locations but if they use the same adventure
sport as shown in the movie they can make a lot of profits and become
cultural hotspots.
- Pem Dorjee Sherpa
and Moni Mulepati were the first couple in the world to get married at the peak of Mt. Everest. The wedding became a trend and paved the way for many
more people to do so. This has led to many individuals using such for
various other functions and small gatherings which has increased foot
traffic to many popular peaks which has even led to overcrowding and
death, experts say.
- The world record for the longest solo free climb was by Alex Honnold for 3000 feet at El Captain,
Yosemite, USA. This feat would be humanly impossible for the common man but Honnold is held as one of the most enduring climbers of our times!
This is just a glimpse into the world of adventure sports which
awaits your discovery in camping sites near Bangalore.
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