Mad, confusing, dirty, poor, sultry, unbearable, noisy, frightening. All this India is one of the most ancient and colorful countries in the world. What to expect from it? Why prepare? How to decide the choice of the resort? For those who just have to plunge into this bright fairy-tale world - the world of India - five brief and useful tips. Welcome!
Tip # 1. Choose a route with the mind
Seriously think about what you are more interested in: white beaches or mysterious temples; what would you like to do - elephant walking or shopping. Read all the most useful information about the regions of the country and start creating your own route through beautiful fascinating India.
The most popular tour of the country is the classic "Golden Triangle". Yes, beaten. Yes, well-groomed and, yes, crowded. But it is in just a few days that he is able to give the most complete picture of colorful India, its culture and sights. Starting in Delhi, he will lead tourists to the beautiful Taj Mahal in Agra, show the temples of Fathipour-Sikri and the pink city of Jaipur, to return to the capital again for a fabulous day at the market of Delhi.
Looking for something special? Please:
- Best Shopping: Delhi
- Beaches: Goa
- Yoga: Rishikesh
- Tiger Surveillance: Madhya Pradesh
- Tracking: Himachal Pradesh
- religious shrines: Varanasi
- relaxation and Ayurveda: Kerala
- diving: Nykobary
- parties: Mumbai and North Goa
Tip # 2. Relax
So many travelers try to "shove" into one trip across India all of its beauties, monuments, museums, regions and beaches ... do not be one of them. Visiting one place in a relaxed relaxed pace will bring much more pleasant impressions than from 10-15 cities seen in a hurry. Less stress - more understanding, as well as time to communicate with the local.
Tip # 3: Comply with hygiene.
Avoid tap water, as well as any vegetables and fruits that have been washed by it. No ice, salads, fruits that have not been cooked, washed or brushed personally by you.
Many tourists on a trip to India become vegetarians - and this is not the worst idea. A dubious piece of meat can do more harm than slightly cooked vegetables. In addition, many Indians are vegetarians, so there is a huge choice of "green" dishes. But if you can not give up an appetizing smell of meat, make sure it is well cooked. If in doubt, go to a restaurant at a good hotel, just do not lose it.
Toilets in India, of course, can boldly compete with their fellow countrymen in the provincial Russian bus stations, but they can hardly cause harm to health. In any case, you should always carry soap or wet bactericidal napkins with you.
Tip # 4. Avoid the crowds
One billion and one hundred plus thousand people ... for some travelers it can be too much. However, in India you can always find cozy deserted corners. If you get tired of noisy large megacities or overcrowded resorts, go south to Kerala or north to Tibet, as well as to one of the many mountain climatic resorts called hill stations.
Tip # 5. Stay calm.
Unfortunately, India is "famous" for its scammers, barkers and bailiffs. There are several ways to weaken their attention or avoid obvious cheating, but you can not completely get rid of them. So, for example, the preservation of tranquility can help. Take a deep breath, do not pay attention to them as much as possible and continue to enjoy India - sooner or later they will get tired of running after you, and they will fall behind. In extreme cases, loudly pronounce the word "police" - it will cool their ardor.
Whatever you choose - the beaches of Goa or the temples of Varanasi - India will be able to take a place in your heart, and you will return here again. And not once;)