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Introduction: India is one of the most fascinating countries in the world. There are so many things to visit, and its culture is so different from ours, that in order to understand India you need plenty of time, at least six months. If you have only one month or less, you will have to stick to one of its regions. To fully understand India you need to visit this country several times. When to Go/Climate: Although each region has its own climate, in general the best season to travel to Central and North India is Spring (October-December) and Fall (March-May). Summer (June-September) can be a little too hot. Winters (January-February) may be cold, windy and gray. The South can be visited anytime, but the best season is from December to May, when the weather is at its best. Get in: India's major international airports are Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), Kolkata (CCU) and Chennai (MAA). Kochi (COK), Bangalore (BLR) and Goa (GOI) also have international direct flights. Get around: Traveling around India on your own is quite easy. You can move around by train, bus, car or plane. For long distances, planes are the best option. There are several low cost companies that will take you almost anywhere in India. Buses are OK for short distances, but for longer distances the train is recommended. Traveling by train requires time, though. You have to book the train tickets in advance (usually one weeK). You should buy First Class, Second Class AC and Third Class AC tickets. Renting a car is not an option in India. If you want to travel by car, you can rent a car with a driver. Most hotels and travel agencies in India can arrange a tour with a driver. Money and Costs: local currency is the rupee. Costs in India are low, but go up during the tourist seasons. Languages: Several hundred languages are spoken in India. The constitution recognizes up to 22 different official languages. English and Hindi are the languages of the central government. Not everybody is able to speak English, but most people working in tourist services are fluent in English. People/Food: People in India are very friendly and kind. You will need some time to get used to the local food, always tasty and spicy, as well. Bellow you will find a list of tourist destinations in India. The list is not complete, but all cities you see here deserve a visit. |
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Delhi is a city full of contrasts, definitely worth visiting. In Delhi you will find some of the nicest and most monumental tourists attractions in India. From Delhi you can travel to Agra, the Rajasthan (Mandawa, Bikaner, Jaipur), Mumbai, Goa, Chennai, Kajuraho and Varanasi. |
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Agra (Uttar Pradesh) - [video] Agra is the city where one of the most beautiful architectonic constructions in the world is, the Taj Mahal. From Agra you can travel to New Delhi, Jaipur, Kajuraho and Varanasi. |
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Jaipur, the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan, and the biggest town in this state. Jaipur's tourist attractions are the City Palace, the Palace of Winds, the Astronomy Observatory and its forts, the two biggest are Amber Fort and Jaigarh Fort. From Jaipur you can travel to Pushkar, Delhi and Agra. |
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Mandawa is a small town in the region of Shekhawati, famous for its painted Havelis (residential houses). The town is on the way from Delhi to Bikaner (state of Rajasthan). From Mandawa you can travel to Delhi, Bikaner and Jaisalmer. |
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Bikaner is famous for its palaces, its fort, and the Karni Mata Temple. This temple, in the outskirts of Bikaner is known worldwide as the Rat Temple. From Bikaner you can travel to Delhi, Mandawa and Jaisalmer. |
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Jaisalmer (Rajasthan) - [video] Jaisalmer is a town in West Rajasthan known as the gate to the Thar Desert. The two main things to do in Jaisalmer are visiting its fort and going on a desert safari. From Jaisalmer you can travel to Bikaner, Delhi and Jodphur. |
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Jodhpur, also known as the Blue City, is a city located on the edge of the Thar Desert in the state of Rajasthan. The main tourist attraction in Jodhpur is the Mehrangarh Fort. From Jodhpur you can travel to Jaisalmer, Pushkar, Udaipur, or Delhi and Mumbai. |
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Udaipur is known as the most romantic city in Rajasthan. Its beautiful lake has a lot to do with it. The city is also known as the garden city of Rajasthan, for its many parks and gardens. From Udaipur you can travel to Jodhpur, Pushkar and Mumbai. |
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Pushkar is one of the most popular destination in Rajasthan. The town is famous for its sacred lake, for its Brahma temple, and for its camel fair. From Pushkar you can travel to Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur. |
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Khajuraho (Madhya Pradesh) - [video] Khajuraho is popular among tourists for its thousand years old Hindu and Jain temples. The town is famous worldwide thanks to its erotic sculptures carved on its facades. From Khajuraho you can travel to Orchha, Delhi and Varanasi. |
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Orchha is a small town located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, Central India, by the river Betwa. The town is famous for its historical buildings and palaces. From Orchha you can travel to Khajuraho, Delhi and Varanasi. |
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Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) - [video] If you had to visit only one destination in India, this should probably be Varanasi. The main attraction of Varanasi is the sacred River Ganges. The sights at sunrise, when pilgrims from all over India come here to do their devotions, are overwhelming. From Varanasi you can travel to Khajuraho, Delhi and Agra. |
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Although many visitors come here on a business trip, Mumbai has some nice tourist attractions. From Mumbai you can travel to Delhi, Goa and Chennai. |
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Goa, located on the west coast, is famous for its paradisiacal beaches, its laid back atmosphere and its Portuguese colonial architecture. From Goa you can travel to Delhi, Mumbai, Mysore and Kochi. |
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Fort Kochi is a colonial town, with Portuguese, Dutch and English footprints. Its main tourist attractions are its Chinese fishing nets, the Dutch quarter, the Jewish town and its synagogue, and the Kathakali performances. From Kochi you can travel to Mysore, Goa and the Backwaters of Kerala. |
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The backwaters of Kerala is a network of canals, rivers and lakes that can be explored on a rented boat. The backwaters of Kerala is one of the most beautiful regions in India. From the Backwaters of Kerala you can travel to Kochi and Varkala. |
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Varkala is a beach resort in Kerala, South of India, famous for its secluded beaches, its laid back atmosphere and its Ayurvedic Spas. From Varkala you can travel to the Backwaters of Kerala and to Kanyakumari. |
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A town located at the southern most tip of India, where the three great seas of India converge: The Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. From Kanyakumari you can travel to Varkala and Madurai. |
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Madurai is Known as the Temple City, its biggest temple, and the main reason for visiting it, is the Meenakshi Temple. From Madurai you can travel to Kanyakumari and Tiruchirappalli. |
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Tiruchirappalli, also known as Trichy or Tiruchy is a city in the south of India, in the state of Tamil Nadu, famous for its Hindu temples and churches. From Tiruchirappalli you can travel to Madurai and Pondicherry. |
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Pondicherry is a small town in the Southeast coast of India, famous for its French colonial heritage, its cosmopolitan culture and its beaches. From Pondicherry you can travel to Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Mamallapuram and Chennai. |
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Located 60 Km South of Chennai in the Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, the town is famous for its stone carvings and for its temples, mainly the Shore Temple and the Five Rathas Temple. From Mamallapuram you can travel to Pondicherry and Chennai. |
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