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India
■ Magnificent temples and palaces ■ Huge range of cultures and fascinating heritage ■ Wonderful cuisine ■ Stunning landscapes ■ Colourful markets ■ Exotic beaches
If you’re interested in culture and heritage, India is the perfect destination with stunning forts and palaces which will keep you spellbound. The local towns and village people will bring their culture to life for you and the country’s varied wildlife includes camels, tigers and elephants. Eating out is a fabulous experience and so reasonable! You won’t come home empty- handed – the markets and boutiques are full of bargains. After all the excitement, a pristine beach will be just the ticket!
Home to more than one billion people, and one of the world’s fastest- growing economies, the subcontinent has an intoxicating cultural cocktail for the traveller. History buffs will encounter gems from the past almost everywhere and then there’s the food! From squidgy South Indian idlis (fermented rice cakes) to zesty north Indian curries, foodies can look forward to savouring a seductive smorgasbord of specialities.
Once you touch down on subcontinental soil, you’ll quickly discover that cricket – India’s sporting obsession – is one of the most spirited topics of conversation, along with the latest shenanigans in the razzle-dazzle world of Bollywood.
Kerala voted by National Geographic as one of the of the worlds ten ‘paradise found’, This is a spectacular Indian State with unique geographical features. On your travels you will see lush mountain hill- stations, waterfalls and paddy fields; emerald backwater canals, tea and spice plantations and national parks with many species of wildlife.
India promises to jostle your entire being, and no matter where you go or what you do, it’s a place you’ll never forget.
What you need to know
Flight details Virgin Atlantic flights to Delhi from London Heathrow.
Emirates flights from Heathrow, Gatwick or Birmingham or with a supplement from Manchester, Glasgow or Newcastle.
Flight time Approx 8 hours 30 mins to Delhi, approx 12 hours to Cochin and 13 hours 30 mins to Bangalore, with the stop in Dubai.
Time difference GMT +5 ½ hours.
Language Official languages are Hindi and English, but many others are spoken.
Currency Rupee (Rs).
Visa requirements British citizens do require a visa for travel.
Additional Info There are camera charges at most sites and monuments in India; these charges are not included and must be paid locally.
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