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Welcome to India

Houseboat in Kerala backwaters

Ranthambore National Park

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When to visit India is an enormous country with a climate that varies dramatically from north to south. The monsoon moves across the country from south to north from May to October. The best time to visit is mid-October until March, when the climate is warm and dry in most parts of the country. languages of the Indian government. There are 22 recognised languages, including Bengali, Tamil, Urdu, Telugu and Marathi, as well as hundreds of other regional languages. At a glance Emirates gateways: Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
 Cochin International Airport
 Trivandrum International Airport 
 Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad
 Chennai International Airport
 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata Distance from airport to city centre: Mumbai: 15 kilometres Delhi: 16 kilometres Cochin/Kochi: 20 kilometres Thiruvananthapuram: 5 kilometres Flight time: From Delhi (India) to Kathmandu (Nepal) – 2 hours From Delhi (India) to Paro (Bhutan) – 2 hours Time zone: GMT +5.5 hours Currency: Indian Rupee (INR) Languages: Hindi and English are the official A universally admired architectural masterpiece, the atmospheric setting of the unique white marble mausoleum of the Taj Mahal has changed little through the centuries, and remains shrouded in a timeless aura of magic.

A huge and varied land, colourful, complex, rich in culture and with a fascinating history replete with maharajas, yogis and devotees, India is a world unto itself. From high Himalayan peaks in the north to the chilled out beach resorts of the south, India captivates with its extraordinary cities, sights, and sensorial delights.

Experiences Breathtaking landscapes, spectacular temples and resplendent palaces are surrounded by lush national parks and myriad wildlife in India. India is a place of deep spirituality, awash with sacred sites and festivals. One highlight is the Holi festival, when visitors can join thousands of revellers in playfully covering each other in coloured powder and water. Visiting India is a culinary adventure, with many regionally distinct styles of cooking to be sampled, from the tandoori meats of Punjab and Goan seafood specialities to

the vegetarian thalis of Tamil Nadu. Cruise the backwaters of Kerala on a live-aboard houseboat, against a lush backdrop of jungle and rice paddies. The best known legacy of Rajasthan’s divided past is a series of magnificent hill forts adorning its hillsides in a variety of styles and coloured tones. Take a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to extend your Indian trip into the Himalayan heights of Bhutan and Nepal. Join a tour to Agra and tick off the ethereal majesty of the Taj Mahal from your bucket list.

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Pakistan

Delhi

Nepal

Bhutan

Jaipur

Agra

Jodhpur

Ranthambore National Park Bandhavgarh National Park

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Kolkata

Tadoba National Park

Mumbai

Hyderabad

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Goa

Nagarhole National Park

Chennai

Bengaluru

Kochi

The Blue City and Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Thiruvananthapuram

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