Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to India.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from marvelling at the carving-covered Sun Temple in Konark, to drifting through the basilicas of Old Goa near Panaji, and grazing the streets after dark at the Sarafa Bazar food market in Indore.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's India travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate India and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the UNESCO-listed Qutb Minar; Amber Fort; Gwalior Fort; and more
• Special features on choosing your best yoga retreat; train booking guide; and Mumbai walking tour
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Indian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Delhi
• Covers: Delhi; Rajasthan; Punjab & Haryana; Ladakh; Kashmir Valley & Beyond; Himachal Pradesh; Agra; Uttar Padesh; Uttarakhand; Kolkata; West Bengal; Bihar & Jharkhand; Sikkim; Northeast States; Odisha; Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh; Gujarat & Diu; Mumbai (Bombay); Maharashtra; Goa; Karnataka; Telangana & Andhra Pradesh; Kerala; Tamil Nadu; Andaman Islands

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's India.

Marginlands is a tour de force, a magnificent first book about India's marginalized landscapes and inhabitants, written with compassion, compressed elegance of observation, and urgent political force.--Robert Macfarlane

As a child growing up in Mumbai, Arati Kumar-Rao's parents instilled in her an abiding love for the natural world and a passion for storytelling. Years later, adrift in a corporate job and concerned by the unbridled development of her country, she asked herself, When will you stop doing what you can do and start doing what you really want to do?

Animated by an instinctive sense that our fate is bound to that of the earth and the more-than-human world, Kumar-Rao sets out on a journey across India, listening along the way to stories the land and its people share with her. In the Thar Desert, often reduced to the value of extractable commodities, she learns about ancient methods of harvesting rainwater from shepherds with deep ancestral memories. In the delta formed by the confluence of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna Rivers at the Bay of Bengal, she walks ancient shorelines and mangrove forests with a marine biologist, exploring tidepools and learning of the extent to which this astonishingly diverse ecology is increasingly endangered by commercial trawlers and overfishing. And on India's northernmost plateau, surrounded by the Himalaya and home to snow leopards, ibex, and numerous endangered species of eagles and owls, she finds glaciers disappearing at an alarming rate and meets with inhabitants who play little role in creating climate change but now bear the brunt of it.

Richly illustrated with the author's photographs and drawings, Marginlands is a vibrant and compelling account of the changes reshaping India today. Engaging and urgent, infused with wonder and profound empathy, this is a work of love and hope, inspiring readers across the world to preserve and protect the world around us.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Sri Lanka.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from reef diving and snorkelling around Pigeon Island, to experiencing Sri Lanka's most iconic train ride through scenic tea plantations, and spotting leopards and sloth bears in the crowd-free Kumana National Park.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Sri Lanka and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Beddagana Wetland Park, Sacred City of Kandy, and more
• Special features on Colombo walking tour; choosing your best surf spot; and Sri Lankan literature guide
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Sri Lankan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
• Covers: Colombo; The West Coast; The South; The Hill Country; The Ancient Cities; The East; Jaffna & Mannar Island

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Sri Lanka.

Lonely Planet's South India and Kerala is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Swim on the sandy beaches of Goa, explore the temples of Hampi and spot tigers in the south; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's South India and Kerala Travel Guide:

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout

Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Covers Mumbai, Goa, Bengaluru, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Andaman Islands and more

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

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Lonely Planet's Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the Taj Mahal, visit the Hawa Mahal palace in Jaipur and explore the capital of Delhi; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra Travel Guide:

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Covers Delhi, Agra, the Taj Mahal, Rajasthan and more

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

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Written by locals, Fodor's Essential India is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit to Delhi, Mumbai, and beyond. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this India travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease.

India is a country of vibrant and enticing contrasts: exquisite palaces are juxtaposed against simple temples, and modern high-tech industry coexists with ancient customs and rituals. There's much to see and do in this vast and geographically diverse country, and Fodor's Essential India covers the must-see sights better than anyone else.

Fodor's Essential India Includes:

-UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: India is changing rapidly, and this fully updated guide includes the best new hotels, restaurants, and more in its vibrant cities and stunning countryside, from Delhi and Rajasthan to Mumbai, Kerala and Goa.

-ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A spectacular color photo guide captures the ultimate unmissable experiences and attractions throughout India to inspire you.

-DETAILED MAPS: Full-color and full-size street maps throughout will help you plan efficiently and get around confidently.

-GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Full-color photos will help inspire you. The illustrated features on the iconic Taj Mahal, the holy city of Varanasi on the Ganges, and the amazing cave temples at Ajanta and Ellora will give you a deeper understanding of these historic sites. The Understanding India chapter, with illustrated sections on modern society, religion, food, dance, music, and shopping, provides insight into contemporary Indian life as well as the past.

-ITINERARIES AND TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: Sample itineraries will help you plan and customize your own itinerary so you can make the most of your time. Includes tips on where to eat, stay, and shop as well as information about nightlife, sports and the outdoors. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category.

-INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: A full-color feature on getting around India includes indispensible information on buses, trains, taxis, and rickshaws, along with tipping information and an easy-to-use Travel Times Chart. Convenient overviews show each region and its highlights, and detail-rich chapter planning sections have on-target advice and tips for planning your time and for getting around the country by car, bus, and train.

-COVERS: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, Goa, Kerala, Kolkata, The Taj Mahal, Rajastan, Beaches, and more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

Planning on visiting more of Asia? Check out Fodor's Essential Thailand and Fodor's Essential China.

This Sri Lanka guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Sri Lanka travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards.

This Sri Lanka guidebook covers: Colombo and the west coast, the south, Kandy and the hill country, the Cultural Triangle, the east, Jaffna and the north.

Inside this Sri Lanka travel book, you'll find:

• A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks


• Itinerary examples - created for different time frames or types of trip


• Practical information - how to get to Sri Lanka, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more


• Author picks and things not to miss in - Sri Lanka- Cricket, Adam's Peak, Big Buddhas, Galle, Yala National Park, World's End, rice & curry, birds, Kataragama, Anuradhapura, Bawa hotels, Sigiriya, Ella, The Pettah, whale and dolphin-watching, Polonnaruwa, Bentota, Kandy Esala Perahera, Sinharaja, Ayurveda, Arugam Bay, Kandyan dancing and drumming, Dambulla, Mirissa, Kandy


• Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots


• When to go to Sri Lanka - high season, low season, climate information and festivals


• Where to go - a clear introduction to Sri Lanka with key places and a handy overview


• Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences - regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs


• Places to eat, drink and stay - hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels


• Practical info at each site - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges


• Colour-coded mapping - with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife


• Background information for connoisseurs - history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity


• Essential Sinhala and Tamil dictionary and glossary of local terms


• Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to Sri Lanka


• Fully updated post-COVID-19

The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Sri Lanka, as well as great planning tools. It's the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

This Sri Lanka guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It feature

This Nepal guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels. Printed on eco-friendly paper for sustainability.

In this Nepal travel guidebook, you will find:

• Top Attractions and Editors' Choice - must-visit highlights including Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Mount Everest, Lumbini, Chitwan National Park, Mustang, Annapurna Circuit, Everest Base Camp, Langtang Valley, showcasing the best of what Nepal has to offer


• In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical location


• When to go to Nepal - guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivals


• Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping


• Insider recommendation - top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spots


• Engaging essays - thoughtful features on the country's history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understanding


• High-quality maps - detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to text


• Striking pictures - inspirational photography on every page


• Colour-coded chapters - each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigation


• Free download of eBook - after purchasing the printed guidebook, you'll also have access to a free download of the eBook


• Coverage includes: Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur, Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, the Annapurnas, Langtang, Helambu, the Everest Region, Chitwan

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Nepal.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from hiking to the hilltop Changu Narayan Temple, to taking a meditation retreat at Kopan Monastery, and dining on traditional Newari food in Kirtipur.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Nepal travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Nepal and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Nepalese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
• Covers: Kathmandu; The Kathmandu Valley; Kathmandu to Pokhara; Pokhara & Around; The Terai & Mahabharat Range; Trekking Routes

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Nepal.

Lonely Planet's Nepal is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the temples of Kathmandu, search for tigers in Chitwan National Park, and trek in the shadow of some of the highest mountains; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's Nepal Travel Guide:

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Covers Kathmandu, Around the Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara and Around, The Terai and Mahabharat Range

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Lonely Planet's Bhutan is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Join the pilgrims at Changangkha Lhakhang, Hike to Taktshang Goemba, and explore the weekend market at Thimpu; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's Bhutan Travel Guide:

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Covers Thimphu, Paro Dzongkhag, Trongsa Dzongkhag, Mongar Dzongkhag, and more

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Don't just see the sights--get to know the people.

India's huge population of 1.2 billion is as varied and colorful as the spice markets of Old Delhi. Each region, caste, and community has its own culture, reflecting unique histories shaped by conquest, creativity, and religion. Steeped in ancient traditions, exceptionally fatalistic, and intensely passionate about their culture, the Indians are also ingenious, creative, and world leaders in cutting-edge science and technology. Show interest in their country and it will be reciprocated with genuine warmth and friendship.

Culture Smart! India will make you aware of the essential values and behavioral norms, show you how to navigate often profound cultural differences and build relationships, and offer invaluable insights into this great, endlessly fascinating land.

Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.

Their sprawling, free-wheeling escapades changed their lives and the places they visited. While the overland route between Amsterdam and Kathmandu no longer exists, its stopovers in India--Pushkar, Rishikesh, Hampi, Goa, and the Pushkar Valley--continue to attract counterculture travelers from throughout the world. And just as the visitors have absorbed experiences and material culture, even spiritual wisdom, from their Indian hosts, so, too, have local residents learned a thing or two from their hippie guests.

During the past half century, an intense cultural intermingling has taken place in these distant locales, where lifeways, architectures, and philosophies are exchanged as freely as costumes, music, and hairstyles. This photographic book, the first of its kind, vividly captures the beguiling love affair between East and West in its portrayal of modern-day India and the free-spirited people who travel or reside there--Westerners and Indians, alike. Acclaimed essayist and travel writer Pico Iyer wrote the book foreword entitled The Long Strange Trip.

Whether you want to be awed by the scenic landscapes, relax on the beaches of Goa, or marvel at the majestic Taj Mahal, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that India has to offer.

India is a treasure trove of things to see and experience. Packed full of ancient palaces and temples, museums and historic monuments, it has been captivating visitors since time immemorial. Beyond the architectural wonders, the country abounds with picturesque sights and has an array of excellent restaurants and atmospheric bars.

Our updated 2023 travel guide brings India to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. DK Eyewitness India is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.

Inside DK Eyewitness India you will find:

-A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of must-sees and hidden gems.
-Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day.
-Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money.
-Color-coded chapters to every part of India, from Rajasthan to Assam and the Northeast, Ladakh to Kerala.
-Practical tips the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay.
-Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently.
-Covers Haryana & Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir Uttar Pradesh & Uttarakhand Bihar & Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh Kolkata, West Bengal & Sikkim, Odisha, Assam & the Northeast, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Mumbai

Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Want the best of Goa in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Goa.

Discover Ancient Secrets that Can Change Your Life!

Join a skeptical university researcher from the USA as he travels to the Himalayas and uncovers secrets from an ancient healing lineage that began with Lord Buddha's physician.

For thousands of years, the greatest healers in the Himalayas have been refining a potent healing science for the treatment of physical ailments, psychological disorders and spiritual challenges. The most effective natural healing methods were recorded on ancient scrolls. Now, in this breakthrough, real-life account, many of these healing secrets are revealed by the author's encounters with legendary master healer Dr. Naram.

The secrets in this book can change your life forever.

This practical travel guide to India features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This India guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make India easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to India has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook.

The Rough Guide to India covers: Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana, Gujarat, Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa, Kolkata and West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand, Sikkim, the Northeast, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the Andaman Islands, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.

Inside this India travel guide you'll find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER
Experiences selected for every kind of trip to India, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Jaipur to family activities in child-friendly places, like Kanha National Park or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the Taj Mahal.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS
Essential pre-departure information including India entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES
Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of India, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.

DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE
Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this India travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.

INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL
Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for caving, diving or visiting bazaars and temples.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS
Rough Guides' rundown of Delhi, Gokarna, Udaipur and Madurai's best sights and top experiences help to make the most of each trip to India, even in a short time.

HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this India guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to India features fascinating insights into India, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Lotus Temple and the spectacular Pichola Lake.

COLOUR-CODED MAPPING
Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Mumbai, Punjab, and many more locations in India, reduce the need to go online.

USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT
With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.

FREE EBOOK
Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to India allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

I was not prepared for how deeply this book captivated me ... Ghosts, Monsters, and Demons of India is exemplary of what a book can be, how it can operate. It's a bridge across space, time, and language --Robin Sloan, author of Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore

An encyclopedia of evil entities and folkloric fiends from across India, from Ladakh to Kerala, Lakshadweep to Nagaland, Naraka to Tuchenkwaka, complete with 60 spooky illustrations. Inside this book you will find ...

• Killer robots built with stolen Roman engineering technology that once guarded the relics of the Buddha
• The ghost of a 21-year-old motorcyclist whose Enfield Bullet is venerated at a highway temple in Rajasthan
• A Himalayan drum-playing spirit-teacher whose wife is a fearsome Yeti
• Diabolical entities conjured into existence by the simultaneous deaths of seven tigers
• Triple-rooted night-flying Vedic necromancers
• Call-centre employees from beyond the grave
• The dreaded Ngalei Ahmaw of Maraland, whose victims' heads detach themselves from their bodies at night and go wandering in search of blood ... AND MORE

This compact, pocket-sized Sri Lanka travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Sri Lanka without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

In this Sri Lanka travel book, you will find:

• 12 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way


• Itinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect it with other itineraries in the book


• Best walks and tours in Sri Lanka for ancient temples, animal lovers, beaches, botanical gardens, colonial architecture, hottest curries, mountain views, tea trekking


• Curated recommendations of places - the walks and tours feature all the main attractions and off-the-beaten-track adventures, as well as child-friendly family activities and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas


• Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots


• Historical and cultural insights - thematic features highlight Sri Lanka's unique life and culture


• Unique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings - curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgets


• Practical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A-Z of essential details


• Handy mapping - practical maps for each walk and tour, with clearly numbered sights


• Free download of the eBook - available after the purchase of the printed guidebook


• Coverage includes: Colombo Fort and Pettah, Modern Colombo, Negombo via the Wetlands, Kandy and around, Hill Country, Haputale and Ella, Sigiriya and Anuradhapura, Minneriya and Polonnaruwa, Galle Fort, Tangalla, Yala National Park, Arugam Bay to Kumana

From the spectacular Taj Mahal to the ornate Shekhawati palaces, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur are packed with architectural wonders. But the Golden Triangle is not all about historic monuments and imposing forts. Beyond the three unique cities lies the region's dramatic landscapes that feature sacred towns, national parks brimming with wildlife, fascinating museums and a kaleidoscope of festivals. Our updated 2023 travel guide brings Dehli, Agra and Jaipur to life.

DK Eyewitness Dehli, Agra and Jaipur is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.

Inside DK Eyewitness Dehli, Agra and Jaipur you will find:

-A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Dehli, Agra and Jaipur's must-sees and hidden gems.
-Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day.
-Expert advice honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money.
-Color-coded chapters to every part of Dehli, Agra and Jaipur and beyond, from the Red Fort to the Taj Mahal, Keoladeo Ghana National Park to Corbett National Park.
-Practical tips the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay.
-Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently.

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Whether you want to see the Taj Mahal by moonlight, take a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River, or experience an ayurvedic detox in Kerala, the local Fodor's travel experts in India are here to help! Fodor's Essential India guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

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Fodor's Essential India travel guide includes:

• AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
• MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
• MORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently
• COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!
• HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, side-trips, and more
• PHOTO-FILLED BEST OF FEATURES on India's Best Temples and Shrines, India's Best Palaces and Forts, and more
• TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
• HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more
• SPECIAL FEATURES on What to Eat in India, What to Drink in India, What to Buy in India, and more
• LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems
• UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: the Taj Mahal, Jaipur, Agra, Ranthambore National Park, Varanasi, Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Delhi, Mumbai, Goa, Kerala, Kolkata, and more

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