If you think of India, you think of a land of beauty, mystery and allure. Its incredible history has left many exquisite monuments, temples and palaces. 

The Golden Triangle, comprising of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, is the area most visited by tourists. But that is only one face of India. There are also the energetically modern cities of Mumbai (Bombay) and Calcutta while the holy city of Varanasi and the spell-binding temples of Tamil Nadu offer a peaceful and spiritual experience.

For many, India is synonymous with Delhi, the Taj Mahal and the Ganges. But the country holds many fascinations for tourists. For those looking for a tropical break there are the palm-fringed beaches of Goa and Kerala. For solitude and natural beauty, the National Parks offer travellers countless charms. Magnificent animals roam freely; the Indian elephant, great Rhino and the rare and majestic Bengal tiger are just a few.

To the north the uplands of the Himalayas, the roof of the world, offer their own natural attractions with the contrasting lush greenness and snowy mountain peaks offering spectacular scenery.  

One if India’s greatest draws is the juxtaposition of old and new. In the cities you can see centuries of history coinciding harmoniously with modern living. It is a country that is endlessly fascinating.

The currency used in India is the Indian Rupee. It is impossible to get it outside the country (you are also not allowed to take it out of the country) but all major currencies can be exchanged at banks and authorised Bureaux de Change. It is illegal to exchange money through the black market and you are advised to refuse notes that are torn as no one will accept them apart from the National Bank.

Traveller’s cheques and the major credit cards are widely accepted especially in tourist areas, however ATMs are not generally available.