India is a country epic in proportion and personality. Whether you want to join thousands of pilgrims lighting candles at the holy Ganges, catch the Taj Mahal bathed in a golden glow at sunrise or sip a feni cocktail on Goa’s golden beaches, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that India has to offer. India’s vast landscape is as diverse as it is awe-inspiring. Modern skyscrapers and centuries-old mosques push up against each in the cities, while tigers slink through the lush jungles separating the heights of the Himalayas from the sandy shores of the Keralan coast. Our newly updated guide brings India to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed information on all the must-see sights, inspiring photography and our trademark illustrations. You'll discover: • our pick of India’s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems • the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay • detailed maps and walks which make navigating the country easy • easy-to-follow itineraries • expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe • color-coded chapters to every part of India, from Delhi to Mumbai, Kolkata to Kerala • our new lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Only visiting the Golden Triangle? Try our DK Eyewitness Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Marvel at the majestic Taj Mahal, relax on the beaches of Goa, explore the historic Agra Fort, and sample the flavors of India from its colorful streets - the guide covers the must-see sights and the hidden corners so you won't miss a thing. A year-long calendar of events in India gives a selection of local events and festivals for all seasons. Expert advice covers the practical stuff: get ready, get around, and stay safe, and the most authentic places to stay, eat, drink, and shop. Easy-to-follow walks and itineraries take you on a tour of each area, with plenty of food and drink stops en route. Covers Delhi, Haryana and Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, Bihar and Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, Kolkata, West Bengal and Sikkim, Odisha, Assam and the Northeast, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Andaman Islands, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh and Telangana."--Publisher. Discover India with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to this incredible country before you've even packed your bags. Marvel at the majestic Taj Mahal, relax on the beaches of Goa, explore the historic Agra Fort, and sample the flavors of India from its colorful streets Find your inspiration within these pages to create the perfect trip to India. Expert advice, clear maps, insider tips and practical information are in this book. Discover culture, history, natural wonders and whatever else interests you
