Lonely Planet India

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• Publisher: Lonely Planet
• Year: 2019
• Print ISBN: 9781787013698
• eBook ISBN: 9781788686822

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet's India is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Marvel at the intricate floral designs on the Taj Mahal, watch the setting sun cast a rosy glow over the otherworldly landscape of Hampi, and listen to monks chanting in the shadow of the mighty Himalaya in Ladakh - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of India and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's India: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, drink, sport, politics Covers Delhi, Rajasthan, Kashmir, Ladakh, Agra, Varanasi, Himachal Pradesh, Bihar, Rishikesh, West Bengal, Darjeeling, Goa, Bengaluru (Bangalore), Mumbai (Bombay), Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kerala, Andaman Islands and more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's India is our most comprehensive guide to India, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences. Looking for more coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's South India & Kerala; Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra; or Goa & Mumbai guides for an in-depth look at what these regions and cities have to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionar

Rajasthan

Eastern Rajasthan

Jaipur

Around Jaipur

Bharatpur & Keoladeo National Park

Alwar

Sariska Tiger Reserve & National Park

Ajmer

Pushkar

Ranthambhore National Park

Southern Rajasthan

Bundi

Kota

Chittorgarh (Chittor)

Udaipur

Around Udaipur

Mt Abu

Northern Rajasthan (Shekhawati)

Nawalgarh

Jhunjhunu

Fatehpur

Mandawa

Western Rajasthan

Jodhpur

Around Jodhpur

Jaisalmer

Around Jaisalmer

Bikaner

Around Bikaner

Rajasthan

Pop 77.1 million

Why Go?

It is said there is more history in Rajasthan than in the rest of India put together. Welcome to the Land of the Kings – a realm of maharajas, majestic forts and lavish palaces. India is littered with splendid architecture, but nowhere will you find fortresses quite as magnificent as those in Rajasthan, rising up imperiously from the landscape like fairy-tale mirages or epic movie sets.

Enchanting as they are, there is much more to this spectacular state than its architectural wonders. This is also a land of sweeping sand dunes and shaded jungle, of camel trains and wild tigers, of glittering jewels, vivid saris and vibrant culture. There are enough festivals here to fill a calendar, while the shopping and cuisine are nothing short of spectacular. In truth, Rajasthan just about has it all – it is the must-see state of India, brimming with startling, thought-provoking and, ultimately, unforgettable attractions.

When to Go

• Dec–Feb Pleasant daytime temperatures, but can get cold at night; peak tourists, peak prices.
• Sep–Nov, Feb & Mar Warm nights suit many visitors fleeing colder climes.
• Apr–Aug April and June are hot awaiting the monsoon, which brings rain in July and August.

Best Places to Eat

APeacock Rooftop Restaurant

AJagat Niwas Palace Hotel

ANiro’s

AAmbrai

AShri Mishrilal Hotel

Best Places to Stay

AHotel Pearl Palace

AInn Seventh Heaven

AJagat Niwas Palace Hotel

AHotel Ranthambhore Regency

AHaveli Braj Bhushanjee

Rajasthan Highlights

1 Jaisalmer Visiting the 12-century sandstone fort and riding a camel over silky sand dunes.

2 Udaipur Kicking back at a lakeside restaurant in Rajasthan’s most romantic city.

3 Pushkar Attending this extraordinary camel fair, which combines Hindu spiritualism, camel commerce and cultural celebration.

4 Jodhpur Viewing the Blue City from the ramparts of Rajasthan’s most spectacular fort, Mehrangarh.

5 Ranthambhore National Park Exploring this former hunting rese...

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• Welcome to India
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• Himachal Pradesh
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