India: The Best of the Cities and Villages, Palaces, Temples, Wildlife Parks, Mountains and Beaches (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Fodor's (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 28, 1998 | Series: 2nd Edition

Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over.  Smart travel tips and important contact info make planning your trip a breeze and detailed coverage of sights, accommodations, and restaurants give you the info you need to make your experience enriching and hassle-free.  If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you.

The best guide to India, packed with essentials
City sights, from Agra's Taj Mahal to Mysore's palace
Himalayan treks, wildlife safaris, camel and Jeep trips
Temples, mosques, forts, colorful festivals, ageless art
Bazaars and shops with silks, rugs, handcrafted jewelry

Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget
Palace hotels, havelis, urbane high-rises, beach resorts, bungalows, mountain lodges, safari tents
Posh hotel restaurants, seaside fish shacks, and garden cafés serving the best tandooris, biriyanis, and kebabs



Fresh, thorough, practical--off and on the beaten path
Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands
Reviews based on visits by the most knowledgeable writers
The top special-interest tours and tour operators



34 pages of maps, 60 vacation itineraries, and more
Important contacts, smart travel tips (from cutting costs to staying healthy)
What's Where
Pleasures & Pastimes
Festivals
Vocabulary and dining glossary

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

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Exploring India (1st Edition): An information-rich cultural guide in full color; a great complement to the Gold Guide.

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Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over.  Smart travel tips and important contact info make planning your trip a breeze and detailed coverage of sights, accommodations, and restaurants give you the info you need to make your experience enriching and hassle-free.  If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you.

The best guide to India, packed with essentials
City sights, from Agra's Taj Mahal to Mysore's palace
Himalayan treks, wildlife safaris, camel and Jeep trips
Temples, mosques, forts, colorful festivals, ageless art
Bazaars and shops with silks, rugs, handcrafted jewelry

Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget
Palace hotels, havelis, urbane high-rises, beach resorts, bungalows, mountain lodges, safari tents
Posh hotel restaurants, seaside fish shacks, and garden cafés serving the best tandooris, biriyanis, and kebabs



Fresh, thorough, practical--off and on the beaten path
Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands
Reviews based on visits by the most knowledgeable writers
The top special-interest tours and tour operators



34 pages of maps, 60 vacation itineraries, and more
Important contacts, smart travel tips (from cutting costs to staying healthy)
What's Where
Pleasures & Pastimes
Festivals
Vocabulary and dining glossary

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

• Paperback: 396 pages
• Publisher: Fodor's; 2nd edition (April 28, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0679034897
• ISBN-13: 978-0679034896
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,328,394 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book!, August 10, 2000

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This review is from: India: The Best of the Cities and Villages, Palaces, Temples, Wildlife Parks, Mountains and Beaches (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

This is one of the best books I have ever ead! It tells you all about where to go in India. It also tells you about their culture!