Something that visitors find striking about Indian society is the way in which the different levels of society relate to each other. To a greater or lesser extent, there is a division everywhere in the world among wealthy, powerful families and poor, unprivileged families, with a middle ground made up of business and professional people. … Read More The caste system in India
Every year, spring comes to India with a huge explosion that lasts two whole days. But it is not a bomb explosion, nor an earthquake. Neither is it that flowers come into bloom or butterflies are being born. In fact, it is the Spring Festival, also known as Holaka, Dhulheti, Phagwa, Dhulandi or Dhulendi or … Read More Festival of colours in India: Holi
If there is an iconic image of travelling in India, it is surely that of a bright coloured train packed with people, going across places of scenic beauty that appear straight out of a movie. This is the railway scenario in India: trains and more trains that go all over the country, covering short, middle … Read More Travelling in India, a country for trains
Top Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Trip to India Travelling to India, especially if you are a first-time visit can be a massive culture shock. It’s busy and noisy, you get hit by an abundance of different smells, it’s colourful, it’s an assault on the senses. There’s nothing subtle about it. However, if … Read More Top Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Trip to India
Shopping in India I love to look around the markets and bazaars when I am on holiday. It gives me a real sense of the country I am visiting. When you have your e-Tourist Visa for India, why not plan ahead and think about the kind of things you could buy whilst you are there? … Read More Shopping in India
Indian Customs and Culture With your e-Tourist Visa printed out and the packing done, it’s time to consider how things may differ in India. As with all countries, India has its own customs and traditions. Whilst Indians are very forgiving of foreigners who are not aware of their ways, it’s always a good idea to … Read More Indian Customs and Culture
