Visit the temples of Khajuraho with the NEW Rough Guide to India

India. There really is nowhere else quite like it. From the majestic snow-laden Himalayas and arid deserts of Rajasthan, to the chaotic metropolises of Delhi and Mumbai and the tranquil palm-fringed backwaters of Kerala, India is a land of contrasts that can simultaneously frustrate and inspire. Whatever you want to discover in this ancient and enigmatic country, this newly updated Rough Guide will help you make the most of your time in India.

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Discover India with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to look for leopards in Kanha National Park, visit the world’s greatest building, the Taj Mahal, or explore the immaculately preserved temples of Khajuraho, The Rough Guide to India will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way.

India Top 10

1. Jaisalmer

2. Kanha National Park

3. Konark

4. Gokarna

5. Taj Mahal

6. Thrissur Puram

7. Khajuraho

8. Kochi (Cochin)

9. Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur

10. Thikse

Features of this travel guide to India:

– Detailed regional coverage: provides practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas

– Honest and independent reviews: written with Rough Guides’ trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our writers will help you make the most from your trip to India

– Meticulous mapping: practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Delhi, Mumbai and many more locations without needing to get online

– Fabulous full-colour photography: features inspirational colour photography, including the phenomenal Lotus Temple and the vibrant Pichola Lake

– Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences

– Things not to miss: Rough Guides’ rundown of Gokarna, Udaipur and Madurai’s best sights and top experiences

– Travel tips and info: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more

– Background information: comprehensive ‘Contexts’ chapter provides fascinating insights into India, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary

– Covers: Delhi; Rajasthan; Uttar Pradesh; Uttarakhand; Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh; Himachal Pradesh; Jammu and Kashmir; Punjab and Haryana; Gujarat; Mumbai; Maharashtra; Goa; Kolkata and West Bengal; Bihar and Jharkhand; Sikkim; The Northeast; Odisha; Andhra Pradesh and Telangana; The Andaman Islands; Tamil Nadu; Kerala; Kamataka