Travel related to the South Asian country of India. Also known as Hindustan. The country is known for its diverse geography, languages, cuisines, climate and culture.
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Bungee jumping and zorbing in India
Where in India can one jump bungee? I'm primarily interested in jumping off of a bridge or other solid structures but you can contribute with crane and helicopter jumps as well.
Since there isn't ...
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Buses from Jaisalmer to Khuri
I read that buses to Khuri go from a private bus stand in Jaisalmer. I would like to know at what times do these buses depart and arrive to Khuri.
Additionally, please tell me when I can catch a bus ...
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Arriving at a different port of entry than specified in the Indian visa application?
When applying for my Indian visa, I had to state my point of entry (POE) among many other things.
The actual visa in the passport doesn't mention the POE, can I now change my mind and arrive in a ...
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User Group meetings in India?
This may sound like an odd idea, but when I'm travelling I like to go to local user group meetings. I have two reasons for this:
It is a good way to meet local people I have something in common with ...
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Flight cancellations in Ladakh
How often do the flights get canceled due to bad weather (or any other reason) from Leh to Delhi in May?
If a flight does get canceled, what are the policies for dealing with that for AirIndia and ...
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Need malaria meds for Rajasthan in February?
Rajasthan appears to be relatively low risk for malaria in February, so should I take malaria meds while I'm there (for two weeks) or just try to avoid getting bitten? Obviously I'll use Deet and take ...
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The best Keralan spices
On my trip to India I'm visiting Kerala about mid way timewise and since that state is pretty famous for its spices, I'd like to know which spices are the most famous (and the best) ones which I ...
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Air travel info between Andaman islands
What is the exact process of applying for helicopter ride between Port Blair and Havelock island? I've seen the application form here but I'd like to know the whole process. Did anyone here actually ...
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Using trains and buses in India without advance booking?
We talked about the different booking periods on Indian trains, and also about which class one might want to use. We learned that locals may ride on the roof of trains because the trains are too ...
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Can I buy malaria medication in India?
In question 'Is it necessary to take malaria pills when travelling in South India?' we discussed whether it is necessary to take any medication. So if one has decided to take the pills, is it possible ...
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Where in India can one wash and play with elephants?
I've seem a documentary in which a host is washing elephants somewhere in India (I believe it was Kerala) but I can't remember where I've seen it.
Image courtesy of tiagopereira and is licensed ...
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Visiting villages in Kerala
How do I visit and spend a couple of nights in non-touristy villages in Kerala between Kochi, Alappuzha and Kollam? Do I just hire a boat and ask them to take me to such a village?
Could you ...
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Is it possible to buy outdoor clothing in Northern India/Nepal
Another shopping question, but I do think it is on topic!
I will soon travel to India, the first few months I will spend in the south and lower parts of the country where it will be warm and hot. As ...
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Indian Visa-on-Arrival
Has anyone had any experience with India's (newish) Visa-On-Arrival scheme (details here)?
I'm travelling on a New Zealand passport into Chennai (and meet the other requirements), and was thinking I ...
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What is the cheapest way to get from EU to India?
What's the flight or flights that regularly connect an European Union country with India for less money? My research has showed that Air Arabia was a good option some years ago when connected Athens ...
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Getting from Mumbai to Hospet
I need to get from Mumbai to Hospet/Hampi in mid (to late) March and will probably book a bus but if something goes wrong and I'm not able to book it from outside of India, I'd like to know what other ...
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How to get from Bagdogra to Kurseong
What would be the best (and fastest) way to get from Bagdogra to Kurseong?
I'm flying to Bagdogra and land there at 1 PM and will make a booking for a toy train from Kurseong to Darjeeling that ...
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The simplest way to get to and from Wagah border ceremony
I will be staying in Amritsar for a few days but will be on a tight schedule.
Since I want to see the Wagah border ceremony, what do you think would be the best way to get from Amritsar to Wagah, see ...
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Which Indian trains have shorter booking period?
Most of the long distance trains in India have bookings opened 90 days before the train ride.
There are some that have a shorter period available.
Which exact Indian trains have reservations open ...
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Can I eat a beef burger in India?
I always heard that cows are holy in India. So I assumed that you can't eat any meat made of cows in India. But recently a friend told me, that it depends on the region. Not everywhere in India cows ...
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Which foreign currencies can be used to exchange for INR in India?
Is there a preferred foreign currency to bring to India to exchange for the Indian Rupee? I understand that USD is the preferred currency in most countries, but is it OK to bring CAD?
Will cab ...
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How to visit India, Nepal and Sri Lanka on a single trip
On my upcoming trip to India, I also would like to visit the neighboring countries of Nepal and Sri Lanka.
Assuming I am flying into India (and out again) this means I need to get a multiple entry ...
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Is it recommended to get vaccinations before visiting India?
I'll be travelling to India soon. I'm not sure if I'll have to time to get vaccinated since it usually takes 2 weeks to kick in. Lonely Planet suggests a bunch of vaccinations. Have any of you guys ...
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What is a safe overland route from Europe to India using public transport?
The traditional Hippie trail included Afghanistan and Pakistan which most people now consider unsafe to travel through.
Even if one would decide to go through Pakistan, is it possible to get to the ...
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Which of the many Stepwells in India are worth a visit?
I know that there's a stepwell at Abhaneri. Is it a great location to checkout the amazing stepwell of India? What other stepwells are worth visiting?
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Is it really forbidden to cross the Indian border with Indian rupee?
Last week I tried to exchange some Swiss Francs into Indian rupees. For that I visited a big bank and they told me that they have rupees but I'm not allowed to import any into India. Is this really ...
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What is the average temperature in Kochi during mid-October?
I know that weather in Kerala can be tricky in October, as it's between two monsoon seasons. I know that there's a likelihood of rain, but I haven't been able to find reliable information about the ...
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Is it bad to give money to beggars in India?
What is the best policy to adopt with regards to beggars in India? Is it ok to give them money/food? If not, are there any charities to which it would be appropriate to give instead?
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Is Anjuna beach worth visiting in Goa? [closed]
I will be travelling through Goa in September and am wondering if I should stop by Anjuna beach.
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What kind of plug adapter should I pack for India?
I'm travelling around a few cities in India, from Delhi to Bangalore. What type of plug adapter should I pack?
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Is tea and coffee on the street safe to drink in India?
There are many street tea/coffee sellers around India, and although the water has been boiled at some point, often the pots are out for a long time. The clay cups are also lying around in the dust. Is ...
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What class of travel is suitable for a woman travelling alone on Indian railways?
What class should a lone woman travel on a sleeper train to be safe at night?
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Is it necessary to take malaria pills when travelling in South India?
Sources seem to differ on what precautions are required. Is there an authoritative source I can check, or is it better to drug-up anyway (or not to)?
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Will I be able to travel around India speaking only English?
I am to travel around some Indian cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and others. Will I have trouble speaking only English, or should I learn some phrases in Hindi?
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I have lost my residential permit while travelling in India - what should I do?
I am staying in India for 6 months, so have had to register with the Foreigners Registration Office in Bangalore. I was given a residential permit which I have misplaced, and am expected to surrender ...
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How should I deal with beggars in India?
I heard that it is unsafe to show some money or help for someone in India.
Is there any rules I should respect not to get into trouble?
