India: The Best of the Cities and Villages, Palaces, Temples, Wildlife Parks, Mountains and Beaches

The best guide to India, packed with essentials

City sights, from Agra's Taj Mahal to Mysore's palace
Himalayan treks, wildlife safaris, camel trips
Temples, mosques, religious festivals, ageless art
Bazaars and shops with silks, rugs, hand-loomed fabrics

Where to stay and eat, no matter what your budget

Palace hotels, havelis, urbane modern high-rises, beach resorts, mountain lodges, safari tents, bungalows
Hotel restaurants serving international cuisines; local best bets for tandooris, biryanis, koftas, kebabs, and more

Fresh, thorough, practical--from writers you can trust

Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands
Reviews based on visits by the most knowledgeable writers
The best special-interest tours and tour operators in India

31 pages of maps--and dozens of unique features

Important Contacts A to Z; Smart Travel Tips (from cutting costs to important hints for staying healthy); Fodor's Choice; What's Where in India; Pleasures & Pastimes; festivals; special-interest vacations; background essay; further reading; videos to watch