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Woman etiquette in India (Female Traveler)
India is a very conservative country, so female travelers are advised to follow some strict etiquette. Always remember that touching the opposite sex in public is frowned upon, especially in the...Read full tip...
Sex crimes against female tourists (Warnings)
If you're a woman tourist in India, never walk alone in the streets, especially the dark alleys and tourist spots, because you are making yourself a high candidate for being a victim of sex crimes. ...Read full tip...
Staying healthy in India (Health)
Do remember that because of India's nature of food and culture, everyone who visits there is a candidate for getting sick. Diarrhea is a number one enemy there. Avoid drinking tap water, rather...Read full tip...
Indian Buffet (Warnings)
Glasses and plates can be dirty in tourist buffets in India, the best if you carry some wet wipes to clean it or some alcohol. Also don't eat the food if it's cold, it might not be fresh. However if you...Read full tip...
Dealing with the beggar-kids (Warnings)
It wouldn't be a surprise to see a number of kids begging for money in and around Hampi. Most of them aren't really poor, they're just faking to earn extra money. If some of them sells trinkets...Read full tip...
Something to watch out for (Warnings)
While walking around Jaipur, you may be approached by youths (sometimes on motorbikes) inviting you for some tea. An advice is to stay away from them. Most of these young locals may offer...Read full tip...
Life in the River (Sights)
If you wish to see the life of India in a nutshell, you can check the Ganges River where you can see all sorts of happening, from the ceremonial Puja to the mundane activities of the people like washing...Read full tip...
Bringing of currency in India (Itineraries)
Do remember that bringing of the Indian currency (rupee) into the country is considered as illegal, and you are bound to get in trouble if you do. Only bring foreign currency and then change it...Read full tip...
The unique Rat Temple (Itineraries)
If you're up for a bizarre experience, you may want to take the time and visit the unique Karni Mata Temple in in the town of Deshnoke, some 30 kilometers from the Bikaner district. What's so special...Read full tip...
Ever heard of the Fairy Queen? (Sights)
Fancy a ride on the "Fairy Queen"? No, it's not really a fairy, but a train. The oldest working steam locomotive on the planet, it made its maiden voyage way back in 1855, and it still...Read full tip...
Applying for Visas in India (Visa)
It's a given that you need a visa in order to enter India. What you do need to remember, though, are the requirements needed to apply for one. Firstly, you need a passport with at least six...Read full tip...
Women traveling alone (Female Traveler)
Women, foreign or local, usually catch much unwanted attention - especially when traveling alone. It's hardly uncommon to be stared at, or worse, harassed when you are in public areas, crowds, etc. Keep...Read full tip...
Yes or No? (Warnings)
Do remember that the Indian locals use a different version of the usual "head shake". For many of us, a sideways shake of the head means "no", while a nod means "yes"...Read full tip...
Yoga, anyone? (Itineraries)
If you're into yoga and meditation, what better place to visit than the so-called "Yoga Capital of the World" - Rishikesh? Its most popular ashram is called Sri Sant Seva Ashram, with...Read full tip...