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In India

In India, the senses are truly aroused. The colour of the women's clothes, and the abundance of jewellery is a photographer's paradise.

Remember that the cow is sacred; and woe betide the driver who doesn't swerve into a field to avoid them. Cows are not penned into fields here, and in the smaller towns and villages they wander wherever they like.

Some people in India would even like to come back as a cow in the next life. Now there's a thought.

Holy Cow - An Indian Adventure:
Feisty, outspoken Sarah Macdonald made a firm decision after backpacking through India in her 20s: she would never return. India was a land of filth and desperation, and Sarah was nearly free of it when, as she prepared to board her plane back to her Australian homeland, a beggar read her palm and declared that she'd be back; the next time, for love.

India Travel

Discover India:
This monthly travel magazine is a must see for anyone searching for the mystery and magic behind the people and culture of India.

Indian Photo Gallery:
Travel Notes' official photographer gives you his view of India.

Indian Railways:
India's railway system is the largest in Asia, with over 62,000 km of track passing through 7,000 stations. There's even an availability status for the next seven days -- handy if you're reading this from an Internet Cafe in India.

India Train Timetables:
If you'll be travelling in India by train, which is more than likely, check in at TrainWeb.

Railway Bookings Online:
Jump the notorious queues at Indian train stations by booking your train tickets online.

Red Bus:
Book Indian bus tickets online - with departures from Bangalore, Calicut, Chennai, Chidambaram, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Ernakulam, Goa, Guntur, Hyderabad, Kadapa, Kannur, Kottampatti, Kutuparamba, Madurai, Melur, Mumbai, Nellore, Pondicherry, Pune, Secunderabad, Shirdi, Thalasserry, Thirupathi, Trichy, Velankanni, Vijayawada and Vishakhapattanam.

The Royal Orient:
The Royal Orient takes passengers from Delhi through the previously undiscovered state of Gujarat.

Palace on Wheels:
Travel like a king in the Palace on Wheels. The train is built in the style of the salon coaches of the former maharajahs and makes its journey through beautiful Rajasthan.

Around India

Whether you prefer beaches, the tropical forests or cool hill stations in the foothills of the Himalayas, India never disappoints.

India Destinations

Agra Fort:
The high red sandstone ramparts of this great monument stretch for almost 2.5 kilometres.

Goa:
Comprehensive information services for those in Goa or abroad.

Goa Holidays:
Relax, unwind and enjoy your holidays at your own pace. The accommodation, the ambience, the winter sun, the beaches and the food is so excellent, that most people on holiday in Goa just want to laze around and have a good time.

Kerala Tourism:
Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, Park View, Thiruvananthapuram.

Kerala Travel:
More than just the nicest bathing spot in India, there is history and culture here too.

Visiting Hyderabad:
Whether you plan to be in Hyderabad for a day, 2 days or longer, browse through the suggested itineraries for visitors to Hyderabad.

Yak and Yeti Travels:
Whether your passion is long treks or short walks in ever-changing landscape; white-water rafting or mountaineering amongst the world's highest peaks; photographing nature's diversity; or just hanging out, meeting people of other cultures, and enjoying festivals. Sikkim is your destination.

Sikkim

Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim is connected by all weather road to Darjeeling, Kalimpong,Siliguri and also to all the District headquarters within Sikkim.

The nearest railway stations are at Siliguri (114km) and New Jalpaiguri (125km) with connections to Calcutta, Delhi, Guwahati, Lucknow and other important cities in India.

The nearest airport is Bagdogra, in North Bengal (124km).

Foreigners must obtain a permit to visit Sikkim, obtained from all Indian missions; Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), New Delhi; Sikkim Tourism office, New Delhi; Sikkim Tourism Office, Calcutta; and Sikkim Tourism Office, Siliguri.

Sikkim Tourism:
Things to see around Sikkim.

Indian Tourist Offices

India Tourism:
Official travel site of the Government of India Tourist Office in Europe.

Indian Ministry of Tourism:
The official website of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.

Tour India:
The Government of India, in New York, present a land for all seasons.

Tourism Offices of India:
A list of India Tourism offices abroad. Includes telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.

Indian Art and Culture

Turbans are to Rajasthan what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. It is even said that you can tell a lot about a man from his turban.

Art India:
A comprehensive site on Indian performing arts launched and maintained by the artist community of India.

Bollywood Dhamaka:
Humayun brings the best of the Indian silver screen to the one on your computer.

Indian Festivals and Fairs:
The Indian calendar is a long procession of festivals; if you can find yourself in the right place at the right time, it is possible to go through your visit with a festival every day.

HinduNet:
What it means to be a Hindu; from history and customs, to scriptures and contemporary Issues.

Sikhism:
Sikh philosophy and scriptures: Realisation of Truth is higher than all else. Higher still is Truthful Living.

Indian Resorts

Shakthi Hill Resort:
Resort in Bangalore with 40 luxurious cottages, 5 exclusive swimming pools, Asia's biggest man-made waterfalls, rock cut cave, tennis and other club facilities; all set in a 45 acres of landscaped property. Conference facilities.

India Accomodation

Dak Banglow Cottages:
Located in the scenic Shimla hills of Himachal Pradesh; amid pine forests and apple orchards, overlooked by snow-clad, Himalayan ranges.