TOURIST INFORMATION
Legal Briefs
Foreign Exchange / Credit Cards / Cash rules are strictly followed.
Credit cards are now widely accepted in India.
Lodge In
Exclusive hotels, rest houses, government tourist lodges, railway
retiring rooms, even house boats can be arranged.
Customs
Visa, baggage , duty-free list of items are the concerns of every
traveler. It is better to travel light. Also check the rules for visa
renewal and help in case of loss.
Must Do's
Tourism and shopping, alongwith sightseeing - it's often a three-in-one
package. The variety of the Indian cuisine is another thing that you must
sample.
Currency Convertor
Indian currency notes circulate far longer than in the west. The rupee is
divided into 100 paise. Declare any amount over US$ 10,000 on arrival.
Health
Tourists have to guard against wrong eating habits and drinking unclean
water . Carry medicine for common cold, fever.
Weather Update
India is warm throughout the year. Light summer wear is advisable at all
times..
Emergencies
Maintain a diary of numbers and addresses of places you can contact in
case of any emergency. Tourist information centers also can be knocked for
help.
Railways Timetable
Come to grips with the Indian Railways with a time-table, a handy booklet
that covers major routes and trains.
Distance Calculator
Find out the distance between any two destinations
Language
The people speak with a different tongue wherever you go. Hindi is
commonly used.
Transport
Rent-a-car agents provide variety: from the reliable Ambassador cars to
the latest Mercedes. In india, journey by train is most popular. Air
travel is an option you can freely choose.
