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Mysore Palace: India’s Most Beautiful Building?
Posted 24 March 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
Introducing the Mysore Palace, one of India’s grandest architectural marvels. Photo by Spiros Vathis While the India’s Cup features many special sights, both natural and man-made, few locations can compare with what participants see at the Mysore Palace. Though the itself is modern, rebuilt after fire, it fits perfectly among the many […]
Free Pre-Activated Sim Cards for Tourists Entering India on E-Visas!
Posted 13 March 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
A Helpful initiative for tourists in India: free pre-activated sim cards on arrival. Using a phone abroad can be a nightmare for travelers, with hidden costs and service problems always a possibility. When arriving in fast-paced and sometimes confusing India, having a sim card is a great help for […]
Why You Should Drive Tamil Nadu’s East Coast Road
Posted 12 December 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
Many say that Tamil Nadu’s East Coast Road is one of South India’s essential drives. Photo by Ashwin Kumar With it’s scenic views left to the Bay of Bengal, Tamil Nadu’s East Coast Road is one of the best highways to drive in Southern India, taking you from Chennai right […]
Prepare To Sing National Anthem at Indian Cinemas
Posted 5 December 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
If you’re in India and want to catch a movie, don’t be surprised when the audience stands to attention just before the film starts: it is now mandatory to sing the national anthem at Indian Cinemas. When travelling to India, going to the movies is an essential experience. Whether you worship all […]
India’s 500 and 1000 Rupee Notes to be Abolished
Posted 9 November 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made the shock announcement that 500 and 1000 Rupee notes are to be abolished immediately, and those in circulation must be deposited before the end of the year. Modi has surprised many with the sudden discontinuation of the 500 and 1000 Rupee notes (valued at roughly […]
The Ruins of Hampi
Posted 27 October 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
Photo by Apadegal Once the centre of the Vijayanagara Empire, the ruins of Hampi are captivating. The miles of remains deserve days of exploration, and are an essential stop during any trip to Southern India. The area is walkable, but in the summer sun it’s best to explore on bike […]
The Oldest British Building in India
Posted 19 October 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
Photo by Plane Mad The oldest British building in India is St Mary’s Church, found in Chennai’s Fort St George. While India has many glorious temples and shrines going back millennia, the British also left their mark on the country. In Chennai’s Fort St George, the central area of what […]
Nagarhole National Park
Posted 14 October 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
Photo by Yathin S Krishnappa What can you expect to see at Karnataka’s Nagarhole National Park? It would be a waste to go to Southern India without seeing any animals, and there’s not many better places for that than Nagarhole National Park. Also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, you can find […]
Why You Should Visit the Western Ghats
Posted 11 October 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
Here’s why you should visit the Western Ghats. Sometimes India’s cities can be a little too fast-paced, a little too busy, and often a little too hot. When you need to take a break from the crowds, there’s no better way than to visit the Western Ghats. The mountain range […]
Books to Read Before Visiting Kerala
Posted 9 October 2016 by David IN / 0 responses
Books to read before visiting Kerala, India’s Southern paradise on the Arabian Sea Photo by Mehul Antani If you dream of travelling to India, there are few better ways than indulging in the literature of the region. While travel guides are useful when preparing for a trip, fiction can […]