Lonely Planet author Daniel McCrohan is currently researching the latest edition of the India travel guide. Frustrations boil over easily in India, and being able to control them, take a deep breath and move on is key to enjoying your overall experience. There are various ways you can reduce the chances of being overcharged or just plain cheated, but there is no way you can avoid them altogether, so the single most important piece of advice for any India first-timer is to try to remain calm, no matter what. India is renowned for its scams, for its in-your-face hassles and for being generally bloody hectic. Consider using the left-hand-and-water-jug method preferred by many locals (it is, after all, so much more hygienic than using dry paper), but do not forget to carry soap with you so you can wash your hands properly afterwards. Toilets are notoriously bad in India, but they do not have to be health hazards. If in doubt, eat at a place that is packed with locals. Like its predecessors it is an invaluable tool for anybody travelling to India especially newbies and India first timers. If you do eat meat, make sure it is well cooked. Plus, many Indians are vegetarian, so there is a fabulous choice of vegetarian food. A dodgy bit of meat will do you a lot more harm than slightly undercooked vegetables.
Many travellers go veggie whilst in India. Do not eat any ice, salads and fruit you have not just peeled yourself. If you need to escape the crowds in the sprawling cities, consider heading south to the backwaters of Kerala, north to Tibetan-influenced mountainous regions such as Ladakh or paying a visit to one of India's many hill stations.Īvoid tap water, and any food that may have been washed in it, at all times. Mingling with one billion locals can get to be a bit too much for some travellers, but India also has plenty of quiet retreats. You will be less stressed, gain a deeper understanding of where you are and have more time to build relationships with the people you meet. Seeing one place slowly is so much more rewarding than seeing many places in a flash. Too many people try to cram too much into a visit to India. If you have more specific interests, Delhi is the best for shopping, Goa is great for beaches, Himachal Pradesh has wonderful trekking, Rishikesh is the spot for yoga, tigers can be seen in Madhya Pradesh, thrill seekers should head to Manali, Varanasi has caught religious fervour and Kerala is the best for relaxing. Head back to Delhi's wonderful bazaars for a final shopping spree before you fly home. Start in Delhi ( Hamayun's Tomb, Red Fort) before hitting Agra ( Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri) and Jaipur ( Pink City, fort at Amber).
Clichéd, yes, but if time is short this is a fantastic introduction to three of India's very best destinations. The most popular India tour is the classic Golden Triangle. Think about what interests you and what you like doing, then tailor your trip accordingly. Start with these tips for going to India for the first time. Related article: Mini Guide to Delhi, India.Chaotic, bamboozling, intoxicating, crazy, exasperating, squalid, daunting, overwhelming: India is all these things and more.
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