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Why India ? Guides – We are sensible enough to judge the need of an overland traveler. It would be improper from our side if we India is a land of shrill contrast, earthy flavors and arrange everything and let you free to explore in a strange diverse culture, welcomes every year innumerable city. Therefore, one of our trained, experienced and English visitors. If you are still in two minds to explore the land , speaking guide will accompany you in different we would suggest you to read the following points destinations. The person will be trustworthy and know the carefully to catch the fever. intricate details of the place and make your journey comfortable. Your Journey With Travel Horizon Transport – We provide you with a fleet of high speed cars and buses. Our facilities include a motor pool with modern Careful Planning - To travel in the Indian subcontinent is air-conditioned motor coaches, comfortable cars. A quite a task. Home of obstinate mountains, timid lakes, network of our own branch offices provides the highest ferine forests, where every step is a litmus test for travelers. standard of service throughout the country. Due to its geographical configuration and diverse cultural colloquialism, travelers sometimes face immense difficulties. A trustworthy travel agency could be handy at that point, who can guide you, treat you like friend and help you out from adverse situations. The success of each of our tours is based upon careful, thorough and imaginative planning.

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India Overviews Accessibility Notwithstanding the convoluted passages across the whole India, the land is well connected by roads, railway tracks and airports. Although there is excellent India is a country full of paradoxes. Be it economic stratas land transport links throughout the country, these are often in the society, culture, climate or the terrain. A nation of over crowded and uncomfortable and the distance between contradictions, is one of the world oldest civilization and major centers requires lengthy journeys. seventh- largest country by geographical area. India's population grows exponentially where its middle class is larger than the total population of the USA. It is the largest democracy in the world. To being a pluralistic, multi- lingual and multi-ethnic society, India has a rich biodiversity and a home of versatile wildlife.

Geographic Location - India's northern and north-eastern states are partially located in the Himalayan range. The rest part of it consists of the fertile Indo-Gangetic plane. India Airports : - Indian flights within India is popular and Bordering with , in the west lies arid Thar desert. offers excellent access to destinations throughout the country. Southern part of India is very different from rest of India. There are over 30 major airports in India, along with many Entire south is composed of peninsular Deccan plateau, smaller terminals, making most regions within the country which is dwelt on two hilly coastal ranges, the Western and easily accessible by air. Eastern ghats. India is home of rivers and have a religious significance of each river. Ganga and Yamuna are the main two largest Major International Airports rivers. Other rivers are Brahmaputra, Godavari, Kaveri, Narmada and Krishna.India has three archipelagos - Accessibility – Notwithstanding the convoluted passages Lakshadweep, which lies off the south-western coast, the across the whole India, the land is well connected by roads, volcanic Andaman and Nicobar Islands in south -east and railway tracks and airports. Although there is excellent land the wild Sunderbans in the Ganges Delta of West Bengal. transport links throughout the country, these are often over crowded and uncomfortable and the distance between major centers requires lengthy journeys.

India Airports : - Indian flights within India is popular and offers excellent access to destinations throughout the country. There are over 30 major airports in India, along with many smaller terminals, making most regions within the country easily accessible by air.

Major International Airports

Environment- Mercurial climatic conditions is matched 1)Indira Gandhi International Airport – Located in the with India's diverse nature. Most of the country lies in south of Delhi it is one of the largest. All the major airlines are tropics and so India remain warm and humid most of the landed in this airport like AeroSvit Airlines, Aeroflot, Air year, but it is cold in the Himalayas, where freezing Astana, Air Canada, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, mountains are delightful. In many parts of India there is a Alitalia, American Airlines Cargo, Ariana Afghan Airlines, rainy season between June and September, known as the Asiana, Austrian Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, Biman Monsoon (meaning seasonal wind). The Monsoon brings Bangladesh, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Airlines, very heavy rain, and in some areas flooding. However, China Eastern, Continental, Druk Air, EVA Air, Emirates, sometimes the rain fails to arrive, causing problems across Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Fedex, Gulf Air, Indian the countryside, with crops failing and land becoming Airlines, Airlines, Jet Airways (India), KLM, Korean very dry. Drought can be as terrible a problem as floods. Air, Kuwait Airways, Kyrgyzstan Airlines, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan Int´l etc. There are 3 terminals and 2 runways. Travel Horizon India

4)Chennai International Airport- Chennai airport is the 2)Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport major one in south India. It is a host of many airlines. – Located in the north of Kolkata,It is one of the main Presently, 15 International airlines operate from Chennai airline serving airports where Air Deccan, Air India, Air Airport. These are: Air India, Air Mauritius, British Sahara, Alliance Air, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Dart Airways, Delta Air, Emirates, Gulf Air, Indian Airlines, Aviation, British Airways, Druk Air, GMG Airlines, Gulf Jet Airways, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Malaysia Air, Indian Airlines, Jet Airways (India), Lufthansa, Airlines, Oman Air, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Singapore Malaysia Airlines and others airlines are jaunted. There Airlines, and Sri Lankan Airlines. It has two runways and are cargo facilities and other facilities like 27 short term 1st to have aerobridge at Domestic Terminal parking spaces, 1 Airport Hotel, Post Office, Bank, Other International Airport Bureau de Change, Restaurants, Cafeterias, VIP Lounge, 01. Ahmedabad Airport Duty Free Shop, Newsagent/Tobacconist, Gift Shop, 02. Bangalore Airport Tourist Help Desk, Car Rental, Taxi Service/Rank, First 03. Calicut Airport Aid etc. 04. Cochin Airport 05. Goa Airport 06. Guwahati Airport 07. Hyderabad Airport 08. Jaipur Airport 09. Nagpur Airport 10 Trivandrum Airport 3) Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport – It is Apart from those there are other airports present in even located about 25 km north of the city. It is the busiest remotest state place like Leh and Andaman and Nicobar airport in India. To and from the transport service is Islands. readily available in the form of taxis and EATS bus service also local buses are plying but not advisable. Everyday it is crowded with number of airlines naming Aeroflot, Air Deccan, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Air Seychelles, Alitalia, Alliance Air, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Dart Aviation, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Delta Air Lines, EVA Air, Egyptair, El Al, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Fedex, Gulf Air, Indian Airlines, Iran Air, Jet Airways (India), Korean Air, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Northwest Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan Int´l, Polar Air Cargo, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Royal Nepal, SAA Cargo, SIA Cargo, Sahara Airlines, Saudi Arabian, Srilankan Cargo, Swiss, Syrian Arab, Thai Airways, United Parcel Service, Yemenia and others. There are cargo and passengers facilities available. Goa Airport Railways – The biggest public sector organization in India, Indian railways have been a great integrating force for more than 150 years. It is also a commonly used mode of long distance transportation in India. The rail network traverses the length and width of the country, covering a total length of 63,140 km. Its operations cover 28 states and three Union Territories and also linked with the neighboring countries like Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Traveling through rail is one of the most fascinating and educating experience where most of the India can be visible on the stations and on the way. Unique type of toilet system often amuse foreign travelers. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Travel Horizon India

Roadways – While India is notorious for its jerking roads , still travel by road is a common choice. The country has ZONES crossed many spheres of road travel. Road network that is one of the largest in the world having grand system of national highways, state highways and the roads that run Rajasthan and North India endlessly within cities are marvelous. Many small, out-of- the-way places are accessible only by road. Road travel is Delhi – Located in the northern India on the bank river the most inexpensive way of getting around. But, you can't Yamuna, the capital city is second largest metropolis after expect the roads like of Europe and America,you may Mumbai with a population of over 13 million. The city is suffer from frequent jolts but the scenic beauty of Indian rich with historical culture,human diversity and modern villages and rural area are something for which you must outlook. Both Old and New Delhi exert a captivating bear the brunt. We offers you comfortable, air-conditioned charm on visitors while old Delhi is famous for imperial coaches and comfortable cars. In India, Hire-and-drive, monuments like Red fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb Rent-a-Car services are also easily available, in large cities and mazy streets of Chandni Chowk, New Delhi is and other important tourist places. Chauffeur-driven cars illustrious for shopping malls, museums, art houses. are easy to hire

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Red Fort Delhi Jaipur – Settled in the rugged hills of the Aravalis capital of Rajasthan known as 'Pink City' is known for its natural beauty and historical relics. Lose yourself unwinding the Interesting Facts on India secrets of the city's Rajput past in royal Amber Fort or lost yourself into the steps of mysterious Jantar Mantar. There India is the world's largest, oldest, continuous civilization. are innumerable palaces and forts that are the favorite spots India never invaded any country in her last 10000 years of for tourists, both Indian and foreign. The city has a unique history. culture that one should experienced. India invented the Number System. Zero was invented by Aryabhatta. Ayurveda is the earliest school of medicine known to humans.Charaka, the father of medicine consolidated Ayurveda 2500 years ago. Today, Ayurveda is fast regaining its rightful place in our civilization. The value of "pi" was first alculated by Budhayana, and he explained the concept of what is known as the Pythagorean Theorem. He discovered this in the 6th century, long before the European mathematicians. Amber Fort, Jaipur According to the Gemological Institute of America, up until Bikaner -Bikaner is fine amalgamation of gothic 1896, India was the only source for diamonds to the world. grandeur with modern city's lifestyle popularly known for When many cultures were only nomadic forest dwellers royal forts with a timeless appeal. Also famous for camel over 5000years ago, Indians established Harappan culture ride, the ship of desert is an inseparable part of life here. in Sindhu Valley (Indus Valley Civilization) Bikaner is a home of many attractive tourist places. Varanasi, also known as Benares, was called "the ancient Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace and Ganga Golden Jubilee city" when Lord Buddha visited it in 500 B.C.E, and is the Museum are some of the most sought after tourist places in oldest, continuously inhabited city in the world today Bikaner. historic wealth is the major attraction among tourists. Travel Horizon India

Jodhpur – Jodhpur , the second largest city in Rajasthan set Agra – Agra is a city located on the banks of Yamuna at the edge of Thar desert is famous for many beautiful river in state of . Mainly famous for palaces, forts, temples and scenic beauty of desert imperial Taj Mahal but also illustrated for Agra Fort and landscape. The city is also known as ' City' as it enjoys Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World sunny weather all over year. Prime sites are Mehrangarh Heritage Sites. Also, excursion from Agra to Mathura fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhavan Palace. Massive that is 58 kms is a good option. It is famous as the Mehrangarh fort on a 125 m rocky hill with its historic birthplace of Krishna now one of the major pilgrimage wealth is the major attraction among tourists. centers for the and has become a prominent spiritual tourist attraction in India.

Mehrangarh fort Lucknow – Lucknow, capital city of most populous state that is Uttar Pradesh is famous for courteous behavior of its Taj Mahal Agra people and poetry. The city lies near the Gomti river was the Amritsar – Amritsar means “Pool of the Nectar of city of Nawabs, the ancient Muslim rulers. Rulers of the Immortality” is in Punjab, India. The city is dominated by city of Lucknow had a taste for art, dance and all this the history of the Sikhs and many of their sacred shrines are is quiet evident from what the city offers visitors. found in and around the city. It has narrow zig zag streets Mussoorie - Mussoorie is a former British hill station in the mostly developed in the 17th and 18th century. The city has foothills of the Himalayas, located in the new state of a peculiar example of introvert planning system and has Uttaranchal. It’s a place of beauty, fresh mountain air, lush uniques areas called Katras. The Katras are self styled green forests, quiet hideaways, nature tours and more. With residential units that provided unique defence system its varied flora & fauna , its absolutely a scenic beauty. during attacks on the city. A historical city known for Mussoorie is conveniently connected to road by Delhi and religious heritage has also armed with malls, clubs and major cities and is the 'Gateway' to Yamunotri and Gangotri parks and made a name in world class tourist destination. Shrines of Northern India. Chandigarh - Known as 'City of Beautiful', Chandigarh serves as the capital of two state: Punjab and Haryana. famed for its neatly laid out residential blocks, grid-planned roads and numerous gardens. The Shivalik range forms a spectacular backdrop to the city. Chamba - The city lies on the Ravi river between two mountain ridges is in the Himachal Pradesh. It is built on two terraces; on the lower are public offices and the Bhuri Museum, while on the upper is the residential area. Famous places in Chamba are Chamunda Devi temples, Hari Rai Temple, Rang Mahal, of Scotland, Rock Garden and many more.

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Manali - Staying calm on the Beas River Valley, Manali is an important hill station in the Himalayan mountains of North East and Kolkata Himachal Pradesh. It is popular Himalayan tourist destination widely famous for its Hashish trail. Although it – Located south of eastern Himalayas on the bank is quiet and modest village but because of tourists traffic , of Brahmaputra and the Barak river, the state is most the place is overcrowded with hotels and restaurants. developed among seven sisters. (north eastern states). It is Skiing is major past time in Manali. a home of World Heritage Sites like Kaziranga and Manas wildlife sanctuaries where one can witness one horned rhinoceros and tiger respectively. This north eastern state is entangle with rebellion movements has a rich petroleum resource and exquisite tea gardens.

Ma Hidamba Temple Shimla - Once a summer capital in India, the natural beauty of the 2159 m high Shimla makes it one of the most popular hill resorts in the country. Shimla's Mall is the Elephant happening place where it is always crowded with tourists. Sikkim – The small north eastern state nestled in the Besides, there are some ancient temples, which also Himalayas is the least populous state in India. Sikkim is attracts tourists. surrounded by Nepal to the west, Tibet (China) to the Dharamshala – Dharamshala is a small town in Himachal north, Bhutan to the west and the Indian state of West Pradesh well associated with and Buddhism for Bengal to the south has some of the loftiest mountains in a long time. Hill station is wooded with oak and conifer the world. Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest peak, is trees and snow capped mountains enfold three sides of the located in the north western part of the state on the town. Main attractions are Mc Leod Ganj, Bhagsunag boundary with Nepal,, and can be seen from most parts of Falls, St. John Church, Dal Lake and number of Buddhist the state. Sikkim has become one of India's most visited monasteries. states, owing to its reputation of cleanliness, scenic beauty and political stability. Arunachal Pradesh – 'Land of rising sun' is known for its mysterious and magical culture, located on the north eastern of India, the place is well deserve for the offbeat travelers. It is bounded by independent countries on the three sides and by Assam and Nagaland in the south. The long international border comprises of Bhutan on its west (160 km), the Tibet region of China on its northern and north east border (1080 km) and Myanmar (formerly Burma (440km) on the eastern border.

Buddhism Ladakh - Moonlandlh or LgLittle Tibeh often called , the land of snow and mystery coupled with interesting history, Ladakh invite striking bleakness through the eyes of a traveler. In an extremely harsh environment where most of the time temperature is hovering around minuses, still it attracts travelers. Exotic monasteries and lifestyle of Ladhakis are the main attractions. Passighat - Arunachal Pradesh Travel Horizon India

Tripura - Tripura is a landlocked hilly state in north east Kolkata- Kolkata is famous for its liveness and known as a of India. Tripura has several diverse ethno-linguistic cultural capital of country where people have enough time groups, which has given rise to a composite culture. The to engage themselves in cultural activities, chatting, politics dominant culture is Bengali. Tripura has a rich cultural and other activities, which are nonessential to their routine heritage of music, fine arts, handicrafts and dance. Music job. At first look Calcutta seems to be slovenly and unkempt is an integral part of the tribal people of Tripura. There are but beauty lies on the crowded and dirty narrow lanes and number of tourist attractions like Buddha Vihar, Tripura numerous bylanes, which is very discordant from other State Museum, Jampui Hills, Amarpur and others. metropolitan cities in India. Known as an urban disaster, Nagaland – It is a hill state located far north eastern part of Kolkata remains a favorite spot among travelers because of India with a population of nearly two million people , its sheer energy, imagination and zest for life. making it one of the barren state in India. Nagaland is mountainous state with rich biodiversity. The Great Indian Hornbill is one of the most famous birds found in the state. Nagaland is basically a tribal state with Christianity is the predominant religion of nagaland. The World War II Cemetery that lies in a beautiful surrounding, the Cathedral of Reconciliation with its striking red roof, the Bara Basti, the Nagaland Museum, Nagaland Zoo and Park are some of the attractions of Kohima.

Victoria Memorial Puri – Situated on the eastern coastline of the country, Puri is one of the holiest places in India. Blessed with some exotic temples and a finest beach, it is must see for any overland traveler. Puri has a typical tropical climate and is best visited during the winters between October to April. The Jagannath Temple, one of the four most important Nagaland People Hindu pilgrimage sites, wonderfully wide white-sand Mizoram - An amalgamation of the former north and beaches, farms and excellent resorts make it a south Lushai hill districts, Mizoram is a land of great sought after tourist destination. natural beauty, an endless variety of landscape with rich flora and fauna, clusters of pines and quaint villages with houses on piles. The flavor of social life in the Mizo society has undergone tremendous change over the last few years. Main attractions are handicraft, virgin forest and waterfalls. - Manipur means “ the jewel of a land” . The name is well suited with its beautiful landscapes, smoky blue mountains and abundant forests. Nestled in the northeast corner of India state is not only famous for nature's charisma but also for its culture, especially divine Manipuri dance form.There are number of tourist attractions like Govindajee temple,World War II cemetery, Langthabal , which features relics of historical Puri Fishmer Man palace and beautiful temples. Bhubaneswar - The capital of Orissa, Bhubaneswar is an important city of the temple triangle of Orissa. Bhubaneswar is well-planned road with broad tree lined road and empty spaces. Bhubaneswar is the gateway to Orissa, it has all the modern facilities and attractions cannot be overlooked. It has a home of several tourist attractions, famous is Sun Temple also a World Heritage Site. Also Buddhist sites like Ratnagiri, Udaigiri,Khandagiri,Lalitgiri, Dhauli are famous tourist attractions. Travel Horizon India

Bhubaneswar - The capital of Orissa, Bhubaneswar is an Pune – Once a small village is now one of the most important city of the temple triangle of Orissa. happening cities in India, Pune made it big on the map with Bhubaneswar is well-planned road with broad tree lined its strong industrial base as well as liberal thoughts and road and empty spaces. Bhubaneswar is the gateway to culture. With a large number of colleges and institution Orissa, it has all the modern facilities and attractions Pune is a home to students from all parts of the country. cannot be overlooked. It has a home of several tourist Pune University is also a good place to visit. From Pune attractions, famous is Sun Temple also a World Heritage tourists have an option to explore nearby beautiful hilly Site. Also Buddhist sites like Ratnagiri, place of Lonavala and Khandala. Udaigiri,Khandagiri,Lalitgiri, Dhauli are famous tourist Matheran - Matheran is attractions. an undulating hilltop maske- d in shady trees, that sprawls Languidly at an altitude of Mumbai and Central 800 m in the state of Mahara- Stra The place is little bit is- Khajuraho – Khajuraho is a small village in Madhya olated and serene as vehicle- Pradesh become a hotspot among tourists for its erotic s of any kind are not allow- sculptured temples. It is also one of the World Heritage ed in the town. An adventur- Site. It is one of the top tourist places of India. Khajuraho ous two hour ascent in a toy is India's unique gift of love to the world, contradicts train with food and drink Indian conservative culture. The temples are grouped into vendors and monkeys jumping three geographical divisions : western, eastern and southern. An Airport also has been built in this small laying hide and seek attracts village. Many visitors. Pune University Sanchi - Sanchi is 68 kilometers north of Bhopal in the state of , unique and famous for more than 50 magnificent Buddhist monuments that crown the hilltop of Sanchi. The great Sanchi Stupa is the most famous of all in Sanchi. he stupa is the most characteristic monument of Buddhist India. Originally stupas were mounds covering the relics of the Buddha or his followers. Indore – Industrial city in Madhya Pradesh have plenty of tourist attractions – palaces, temples and monuments, which embellished the whole city. The prominent tourist attractions in Indore are the architectural marvels , one of Khajuraho the famous structure Mumbai – Mumbai is the financial capital of India is the Rajwada or the famous for its incredible pace and Hindi film industry Old Palace, located in (Bollywood). Though it doesn't have much historical the old city, is a 200 relics like in other metropolitan cities, Mumbai has -year-old palace. Ex- always managed to allure people across the world. cursions can be made Signature attraction of Mumbai is Gateway of India, there from Indore to inter- are many other popular tourist attraction like Prince of esting sites nearby. Wales Museum , Hanging Garden, Juhu Beach and For the spiritually in offcourse never to miss, the Film City. clined, a trip to the Omkareswar temple will be good one.

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Ujjain – Ujjain is an ancient city of central India located in Madhya Pradesh. Tourist places ranges from temples to Kerala and South India observatory to palaces and heritage structures. For Hindus, this is a holy site. Tourist attractions in Ujjain are Trivandrum - Trivandrum, the State Capital of Kerala is Jai Singh observatory , Mahakal Mandir, and Kalideh famous for its historical temples, museum and a long shore Palace, which display superb domes built in Persian style. line, with internationally renowned beaches, backwater stretches, and a rich cultural heritage. The famous places are Shri Padmanava Temple, Zoological Park, Shangumukham Beach and beautiful Veli Tourist Village. Cochin – Cochin or Kochi is the commercial and industrial capital of Kerala. It is located on the western coast of Kerala. Cochin is set on a cluster of islands surrounded by sparkling blue lagoons and backwaters on the vast area of the Vemband lake. The main tourist attractions in Cochin are willingdon Mahakal Mandir Islands, Jewish , St. Francis Church, Bolghatty Orchha - Orchha, now a small hamlet in the state of Palace, Chinese Fishing nets, Hill Palace Museum and Madhya Pradesh. The place is not all about history and Mattancherry Palace. legends but it has grandeur beauty with exotic valley and serene rivers. Important tourist attractions are Raj Mahal, Jahangir Mahal, Rai Parveen Mahal and some ancient temples. Mandu – A deep and wide valley located in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It separates the plateau from the tableland in the north. Deep ravines cut into the sides of Chinese Fishing nets the plateau which looks isolated and cut off from the rest Mysore – Mysore is the second largest city in the Indian state of the countryside. The place is full of temples, palaces, of Karnataka. Mysore is a beautiful city of palaces, gardens, tomb and . and sacred temples and is famous for its silk and sandalwood Bhopal – Bhopal the capital of Madhya Pradesh also and incense center." Mysore attractions are Brindavan famously known as 'city of lakes', situated around two gardens, Kabani Jungle Lodge(80 km away),Chamarajendra artificial lakes amidst picturesque settings. The laid-back art gallery,Lalitha palace, Maharaja palace and some and charming city has crowded market place, ancient beautiful temples. mosques and exquisite palaces. The city is also a gateway Hyderabad – The city of to the Buddhist center- Sanchi- and the neolithic caves of Nizams has lush green trees Bhimbetka. lined up on the sides of roads famous for elegant Charminar. The city kn- own for its rich history, culture, mosques, monu- ents, a rich and variedher- itage in arts, crafts and d- ance. Charminar and Sal- ar Jung Museum museu- ms are the prime attracti- Boat at Sunset in The Lake at Bhopal Ons of Hyderabad. Pachmarhi- Pachmarhi located in Madhya Pradesh is an Badami - The town is archaeological 'treasure-house' rich in amazing cave paintings. It is well known hill destination with green Situated in North Karnataka and is well known for its shades sweep up the mountains.Bridle paths lead into magnificent carved cave temples, artificial lake, museums tranquil forest glades, groves of wild bamboo and jamun, and rock-cut into a cliff. Famous four cave temples- the dense sal forests and delicate bamboo thickets. Must see main attractions of the town are carved out of sandstone on places are Mahadeo, Sunder Kund, Pandav Caves, the cliff of a hill. The nearest airport is Belgaum -150 km. Satpura National Park and medieval churches. On can also take up rail coach to Badami that is well connected to Bangalore Travel Horizon India

Bangalore - In a recent times Bangalore is one of the hottest cities in India. With advent of numerous IT Climate companies Bangalore has developed a sound economy and modern lifestyle. There are numerous gardens in this India has tropical climate. The subcontinent has eight "Garden City" and historical sites too that are worth climatic zones all of which only have the monsoon rains visiting. Vidhan Soudha, Cubbon Park, Lal Bagh in common. Latitudinal and physiological factors have Botanical Garden and some beautiful temples are the greatly influenced the climate characteristics of the main attractions. country. Hampi - Hampi is a village in northern Karnataka famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile medieval Hindu Mainly Indian climate can be broadly categorized into kingdom of Vijaynagar and it is declared a World three seasons : Heritage site. The main tourist spots in Hampi can be divided into two broad areas: the Hampi Bazaar area and Summer : April to June the Royal center near Kamalapuram. Main attractions are Virupaksha temple, Vittal temple, Queen's bath, Lotus During summer, the western region is the hottest. Hilly Palace. regions are cool and pleasant. The day temperature in Rajasthan can be shoot up to 50 degrees Celsius. Northern plains are also constantly hot. Comparative to North and west, eastern and southern regions are less hot but humidity is around 90 percent.

Monsoons : June to October

There are two types of monsoons patterns: the southwest monsoon lasts from June to October, and the northeast from October to December. Northeast part of India receives the highest rainfall above 200 cm annually. On Virupaksha temple the other hand Jaisalmer is the driest area, which receives only 10 cm annual rainfall. Kanchipuram – The Indian state located in south India is seven most sacred pilgrims centers for the Hindus and a home of thousand temples. It is famous for temples and silk sarees, which are woven manually by skilled weavers some of these silk weavers are here from more than 400 years ago. Such is the popularity of Kanchipuram silk that the city hosts the world famous Silk Tourism Festival in the month of October, each year. Madurai – A city with a rich cultural heritage of more than 2500 years old and has functioned as an important commercial center located on the bank of river Vaigai in the Indian state of . The city of Madurai is originally built around the Meenakshi temple. Though there are numerous other temples in Madurai, which is why it is known as the "Temple City", the Meenakshi temple's architectural grandeur subdues all other masterpieces. Port Blair – Capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Winter : October to March which is a union territory of India attracts tourists for its picturesque location spread over a number of hills and natural heritage with evergreen moist deciduous and Northern regions are the coldest of all where night swamp forests. There are number of islands like Neil, temperature dropping up to 2- 3 degrees Celsius. The Ross and Chatam islands, which are beautiful destination Himalayan regions are the coldest particularly Ladakh to visit. and Kashmir. Southern parts remains temperate. Travel Horizon India

Taj Mahal – Arguably the most beautiful Corbett National Park – First natio- mausoleum in the world nal park in India located foothills rightly deserved to be one of the western Himalayas in the districts of the Seven wonders of of and Pauri Garhwal in the the world, temple of lo- state of Uttaranchal includes the Son- ve is scintillating, fabul- Anadi Wildlife Sanctuary. It has rich ous, mesmerizing and biodiversity bristles here in a variety always short of adjec- of shapes and sizes, including about tives. The UNESCO W- 50 mammal species, 577 birds and at orld Heritage Site is one- east 25 different reptiles. The river teems of its kind across the w- with mahseer, gharial, mugger and flocks orld located on the banks of cormorants. The national park offers of river Yamuna in Agra. TIGER The walls of this white unique experience of wildlife specially designed for marble edifice were em- adventurous, experimental as well as serious-minded Bellished with geometric and floral patterns inlaid wildlife-buffers. with precious stones. The marble masterpiece is Palace on Wheels - Palace on wheels is a luxury train credited to the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan because equipped with all the kinds of solace. The heritage tourist of ultimate realization of his dream,who set up this train runs through the land of desert presents you luxury, mausoleum in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz which was a way of life for the kings at one time. It is a train Mahal. One of the top destinations of the world, with historic charm and modern conveniences. Dining provoke tourist across the world. onboard Palace on Wheels will be different with the two Khajuraho – Khajuraho is a modest village not more than special restaurants named Maharaja and Maharani, serving 3000 residents surrounded by forestlands. The marvelous exotic Indian, continental and Rajasthani cuisine. Along temples made this place well renowned in the world and with other facilities of a well stocked bar, a reading and invite numerous tourists across the world every year. This relaxing coach and 24 hours attendants serving round the UNESCO World Heritage Site has topped visiting clock. The Palace on Wheels covers the most fascinating destination in India after Taj Mahal. Bold exciting tourist destinations of India. A tour to the Pink city of Jaipur, sculptures carved on the temples often astonish people. Ranthambore National Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and Erotic sculptures represent religious fervor and their the Taj Mahal at Agra on this fabulous train is truly a great aesthetic sensuality depicts life in every form and mood. experience and an unforgettable journey of a lifetime. Kerala Backwaters – Journey through the exotic Kaziranga National Park – This national park is located in backwaters of Kerala is one of the memorable experience. the heart of Assam is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Backwaters refers to the large inland lakes of Kerala, Sites. It is inhabited by the world's largest population of one- consisting of the entire network of lakes, canals, estuaries horned rhinoceroses as well many other animals also get and curious water formation. The waterways link remote the opportunity to encounter its other natural inhabitants, villages and islands with the main land. It is a beautiful the mammoth pachyderms, deer and herds of Wild bufallo, experience to cruise in the backwaters in country boats. wild pigs, Otters, Tigers and Leopards. Mihimukh is the The scenery flashes up vivid contrasts of breathtaking starting point for the park and elephants can be hired from greens and deep blues. here to enter the sanctuary. An elephant-ride to roaming in the park is most secure and enjoyable experience. The weather in Kaziranga is pleasant throughout the year.

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Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan - Most salient admonisher of the country’s Festivals of India turbulent past are the many forts and palaces, which Diwali : Celebrated in the month of October/November, lie scattered across India. Diwali is the biggest festival of Hindus all over the world. It is Mainly Rajasthan is fam- known as the 'Festival of Lights'. The festival is celebrated by ous for forts and palaces but rich- poor, young or old through out the country with great spirit one can witness the whol and enthusiasm. It commemorates the Lord Rama's return to his e India is stained with exot- kingdom- Ayodhya, after the exile of 14 years. It celebrates the ic forts and palaces. One can victory of good over bad. Diwali is celebrated for five days. Sun Temple - The legendary city of Konark is Homes are decorated with diyas or lamps. Gifts are exchanged located 30 km north of Puri and 64 km from Bhubaneshwar among the people and sweets are distributed by everyone. and is very near to the coastline. The Sun temple, which is People burn crackers and perform Lashmi puja in the evening. the main attraction here, was constructed in the 13th century. The black pagoda at Konark is a grand and Holi : Holi is the most colourful and oldest festival of the magnificent temple in the form of the char riot drawn Hindus. It is celebrated on Phalgun Purnima (in the month of by seven horses marking the 7 days of the week. The March). It marks the arrival of spring and the death of Holika. also houses a Natamandira or dancing People dance in joy and smear colour on each other. Young ones hall. Only two auxiliary temples out of the 22 exist today. go out in the streets, play pranks, throw colour water balloons The Vaishnadevi Mayadevi Temple stand to the West it. The on each other and shout Holi hai means 'It's Holi'. Normally it is Sun temple of Narasimhadeva is a depiction in stone of the celebrated for two days. On the first day bonfires are lit and on life of those times' royal, social, religious and military. The the second day colours are sprayed. Holi is celebrated for 16 intricate carvings on the walls and wheels of the chariot are days in Mathura. Hindus all over the world eagerly wait for this unprecedented in history. festival. Ayurveda – Ayurveda is as old as Indian civilization, which is medicinal system based on holistic approach rooted in vedic culture. As the term 'Ayurveda' denotes to 'the knowledge of life' it's not only a system to cure disease but the system teaching us how to achieve perfect health. Ayurveda is a complex medicinal system and confined not only to the physical aspects but also to the spirits of human being. Since treatment of diseases in ayurvedic with herbs, side effects are practically nil. So its safe to use ayurvedic drugs in any conditions. In India ayurvedic treatment in Kerala is famous. System of treatment is special as it include oil bath, leaf bundle massage, rice bundle massage etc. Ayurvedic massage treatment is very famous among tourists. Nowadays, in the age of lethal diseases, ayurvedic system of finding out of body types have abysmal importance. Holi Eid-ul-Fitr – Eid-ul-Fitr is the festival of Fast Breaking. Muslims gather in the mosques to offer prayer to the Allha. It is celebrated to mark the end of Ramzan. The festival lasts for three days, but the first day is the most important. People give gifts to one another and exchange greetings of 'Eid Mubarak'. Homes are decorated with bright colours. Giving special charity on this occasion is obligatory. Muslims prepare luxurious feasts on this day. It is the day of happiness and rejoicing.

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Durga Puja : Durga Puja is the biggest festival of the Pongal : Pongal is the harvest festival celebrated in the month Bengali's in India. It is celebrated in the month of Kartik or of Janurary. People offer prayers to the Sun God and rain God Ashwin (in the month of September and October). on this day. It is mainly celebrated in South India. It is a four Devotees offer prayers to the ten armed Goddess Durga. It day festival. In the north it is called as Sankranti. In certain was Durga who vanquished the buffalo demon areas cattle races are held to enliven the atmosphere. When Mahishasura. People pray that the Goddess Durga arrives the harvest is over people thanks God, earth and their cattles. on an elephant and departs on boat. The arrival of Goddess Homes are decorated with the rangaloi of rice flours. This Durga on elephant signifies good harvest and the departure festival is mostly celebrated in the villages. on boat signifies good harvest and flood. The streets enliven with the sounds of drums. People decorate their homes, wear new clothes and prepare mouth water delicacies for them.

Durga Puja Pongal Ganesh Chaturthi : Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on the Onam : Onam is the biggest festival celebrated in the Indian birthday of the Lord Ganesh. It is celebrated for five to ten state of Kerala. It falls in between August and September. The days. It falls on the forth day of the Bhadrapada (between festival marks the home coming of the legendary King August and September). It is celebrated with lot of devotion Mahabali. Snake Boat race and the Kathakali dance enliven in all the parts of India especially in Maharashtra. The the atmosphere of this day. It is most important harvest grand processions is carried out by the people, carrying the festival, attracting thousands of visitors from all over the immense idol of the Lord Ganesh, which is immersed in the world. Carnival of Onam lasts for ten days, which is carried water. The houses and temples are cleaned and white out with drum, music and dance performances. People offer washed properly before the idol of Ganesh is installed. prayers to the Lord Vishnu on tis day. Every coommunity makes its own pandals. People usually fasts during these days and distribute sweets to one another. Christmas :Christmas is the birth anniversary of Jesus. It is the annual holiday all over the world. It is celebrated on the 25 th December every year. People decorate their houses with the small clay oil- burning lamps. X- Mas trees are beautifully decorated with the stars, lights, glitters, tinsels, toys, plastic fruits and gifts. Churches are fully filled with the red flowers and are decorated with poinsettias on the Christmas Eve. Christians in Mumbai display manger in front of their front window and are also seen hanging mango leaves on their roof tops. Carol singing enliven the Christmas festival with great enthusiasm. People exchange gifts and prepare delicious cakes on this occasion. Ganesh Chaturthi

Maha Shivaratri : It is celebrated on the sixth night of the dark Phalgun (Feburay or March) every year. It is the same night when Lord Shiva performed Tandava. People keep fast on this day and offer prayers, milk, sweets and flowers to the idol of the Lord Shiva. It is celebrated through out the country, but is most popular in Uttar Pradesh. It is also believed that on this day Shivaji and Parvati tied knot. All the ceremonies takes place during the night. Temples are beautifully decorated with lights on this moonless night. Christmas Travel Horizon India

Top 10 Things To Do In India Watch Indian Films : Watching a handful of bollywood movies made for a good breaks between seeing India. Bollywood flicks are the most popular entertainment media Mehandi : The Indian Version of Tatoos : – Mehandi in in India. Songs, drama, action everything you will get in a Indian culture is old and recently it has been introduced in typical Hindi film. Although most of the films are on the Euro-American culture. Although its a custom in India to wrong side of reality yet, films are so addictive that one sport mehandi in various ceremonies, Mehandi is an art might fall for bollywood flicks. Dance scenes in the middle form done by henna leaves, which is an organic plant of the film (something similar to Hollywood classic movies- material, dried and powdered, and then mixed with water Sound of Music or Bagets?!), might be putting you in a and essential oils to make a temporary stain on the skin. hilarious hysteria at how the Indian guys dances around Henna is used traditionally as a decoration on the hands trees. Long 3 hours movie can be enchanting and be and feet of brides in India. Elaborate floral and decorative memorable for ever or exactly opposite could be happen motifs of gods and goddesses are painted, with the belief with you. Sometimes big banner films are so crap and that the longer the stains last, the more blessings are sometimes even a 2 hours film have enough ingredients to brought to the newly married couple. Today Mehendi, as ooze tears from the audience. trendy alternative to tattoos, is an in-thing in the West. Even in different popular glossies, spread the Mehendi trend even further.

Indian Movies Walk in The Bazaars : Indian experience will be incomplete without hovering around local bazaar (local market). Plenty of roadside shops with honking sellers are mind-boggling. Every place in India have a unique flavor of its bazaars but one thing is common, the chaotic crowd. Walking down on the narrow path between shops on either Mehandi sides, bargaining with sellers, witnessing diverse cultural people and experience an unparalleled olfactory sensation Adventure Sports : Because of India's diverse are something, which one can only found in Indian bazaar. topography and climate, its a sought after destination for adventurous aficionados. On land , water and in the air, A Visit to Yoga Ashram : Yoga is originated in the Land of you can enjoy whatsoever form of adventure in India you one of the ancient civilization in the world. Resting serenely think of. The gargantuan mountains give umpteen scope on the banks of the holy Ganga (Ganges), nestled in the lap for rock climbing, trekking, skiing, skating, mount biking. of the Himalayas in Rishikesh, are ashrams (charity homes) While on the other hand the hotfooting river from these in an atmosphere of true spiritual humility. Stay at any Yoga mountains are just wild for river rafting, and canoeing . If Ashram for few days and surely toxins from your body and you are a wildlife buff and love to explore wild beast in mind will be eliminated. Day starts in typical ashram with their home, you have plenty of options in India's dense and chanting, meditation , yoga and lecture on it. Major ashrams ferine forests. Human adventure mania is not only have residential rooms that retain the simplicity of ashram confined to water and land but also spread its wings to air. living and yet are equipped with the necessary modern Paragliding, hand gliding, hot air ballooning, etc. are some amenities. options to give incredible experience.

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Follow The Buddha Trail : - India is the birth place of Lord Buddha and visiting Buddha's places is an Traveling Tips enlightening experience. Buddhist pilgrimage sites attracts several people, follow the path and visit India invite millions of travelers across the world every Bodhgaya , a little, quaint village in where year. It has well established infrastructure for outlanders. Buddha is said to have attained Nirvana. Another You need patience and some trivial information to get your places of interests are Lumbini, Kushinagar, experience more fruitful. Bodhgaya, and Sarnath. 01.Carry little, you will find every essential items wherever you go.

02.India is a tropical country. Therefore, fill up your haversack with cotton clothes, however, during winter months north and highlands of south do get cold at night. Day is sweet warm weather, light jacket is ok. Women should avoid skimpy clothes to avoid glares of public. Respect the culture.

Mahabodhi Temple Bodhgaya 03.Photocopy your passport, travel visas, airline tickets and Lunch in a Punjabi Dhaba : - Lunch at any Punjabi Dhaba other important documents. Keep a list of credit cards and preferably on the roadside of highways is an absolute charge and copies separate from the originals. delight . A decent dhaba is a thing not only of nourishment but of joy- it connects people not only to this beautiful land 04.3Keep your international driving license,it would be called India but also with our past, with the stops used by needed for emergency, even if you are not planning to drive, travelers from ancient times and great encounters and deep it would be handy at some extent. understanding those pauses. Hot Air Ballooning : - Flying like a bird, through 05.Avoid drinking water from unknown sources. Keep a the sky with heedless enthusiasm-- floating in the cool mineral bottle with you. breeze, swooping high and low looking down from a new paradise the running life, endless stretch of green 06.Carry a fast aid box with you. vegetation and other targets below! Opt an Eco Resort : - Want a break from the drudgery of 07.Be wary of shammer and guides. Never leave your the city life, opt for an Eco Resort, which nestled amidst a luggage, briefcase or other items unattended. rustic ambiance away from the noise and pollution of the city, the resorts are ideal for for those who respect nature 08.Do remember to bring some insect repellent, mosquito and knows to appreciate the beauty . One of the most sought coils or even an electronic repellent. Mosquitoes in India after resorts are in Kerala, made with locally available can be fierce. materials and built in traditional style. Overload Senses with Safaris : Groaning sounds of wild 09.Change currency only from official moneychangers. beasts that sends spine chilling shiver with an unparalleled experience is the only thing you'll get during a safari tour in 10.Always respect religious shrines and places of worship. various wildlife sanctuaries and national park in India. Wear decent clothes and for women wear a scarf wherever With rich biodiversity, India is one of the favorite require. destination for the wildlife buff. There are number of places like Kaziranga national Park, Periyar national park, Corbett 11.Those touring attractions in restricted areas such as national park and many others. Arunachal Pradesh , Nagaland , and some part of Kashmir must procure special Restricted Area tour permits that are issued by authorized India Tourist Offices.

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English Hindi Hello Namaste How do you do Apka Kya haal hain Thanks Shukriya / Dhanyawad Welcome Apka Swagat (Swa –gat) hain. Whats the price? Yeh kitne (kith-ne) ka hain ? Please lessen the price Thoda (Tho –da) kam karo Where are we going? Hum kaha ja rahe hain Are you okay? Kya aap thik (the-ek ) hain? Elephant Haathi Bananas Kela Apples Seb I want this Mujhe yeh chahiye. Whats your name? Aapka kya naam hain Please come here? Idhar aa jao I want a Cab Mujhe Taxi chahiye Where is the police station? Police station kaha hain. Where is the hotel? Yeh hotel kaha par hain Pardon me Maaf Kariye Where are you from Aap kaha sein ho Is there is someone who can speak English Yaha par kisi ko angrezi aati hain. Yes Haan No Nahin I don’t remember Mujhe Yaad nahin See you later Phir milengein Whats your name ? Aapka naam kya hain My name is Mera Naam hain. Travel Horizon India India Tourism Offices Abroad India Tourism Offices Abroad

New York ( United States of America ) Australia (Sydney) S.L. Khyriem, Regional Director, Indiatourism Mr. G.S. Dhar, Jt. DG, Indiatourism 1270, Avenue of Americas, Suite 1808, 18th Floor, Level 5, 135 King Street, Glasshouse Shopping Complex New York 10020 USA Sydney, NSW 2000 Phone : +1-212-586-4901/ 4902 /4903, Tel: + 61 2 9221 9555 Fax : +1-212-582-3274, Fax: + 61 2 9221 9777 E-mail: [email protected], [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]

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Afghanistan Khajuraho Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Near Western Group of Temples 5/50-F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110021 Aurangabad Telphone +91-11-2688 3602, 2410 0412, 2410 3331 Krishna Vilas,Station Road Fax +91-11-2687 5439, 2467 0486

Madras (Chennai) ALGERIA S M Naqui154,Anna Salai Embassy of the People s Democratic Republic of Algeria Bangalore E-120, First floor, Malcha Marg,Chanakyapuri, KFC Building New Delhi - 110 021. 48,Church Street Telphone +91-11-2614 6706, 2614 7036 Email: [email protected] Fax +91-11-2614 7033 Tlx 031-72373 DZND Bhubaneswar B/21,B.J.B Nagar ANGOLA Email : [email protected] Embassy of the Republic of Angola 5 Poorvi Marg,Vasant Vihar Bombay (Mumbai) New Delhi-110057 Ram P Chopra123 M Karve Road Telphone +91-11-26146197; 26146195 Email : [email protected] Fax +91-11-26146190; 2614 684 Tlx 72038 EANG IN Calcutta Web www.angolaembassyindia.com 'Embassy' 4,Shakespeare sarani Email : [email protected] ARGENTINA Embassy of the Argentine Republic Patna B-2, Anand Niketan Sudama Palace New Delhi-110021 Kankar Bagh Road Telphone +91-11- 5166 1982, 84, 84 Email : [email protected] Fax +91-11- 5166 1988, 89

Guwahati AUSTRALIA B.K. Kakall Road,Ulubari High Commission for Australia Email : [email protected] 1/50-G, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110021 Hyderabad Telphone +91-11-4139 9900; 41221000 3-6-369/A-30 Sandozi Building Fax +91-11-41494379; 2688 2732; 2688 7536 2nd Floor, 26 Himayatnagar Email : [email protected] AUSTRIA Embassy of Austria Jaipur EP 13, Chandergupta Marg, Chanakyapuri State Hotel Khasa Kothi New Delhi-110021 Email : [email protected] Telphone +91-11-26889 050, 049, 039, 037 Fax +91-11-2688 6929 Varanasi 15-B,The Mall Email : [email protected]

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BANGLADESH CANADA High Commission for the People s Republic of Canadian High Commission Bangladesh 7/8, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri EP-39, Dr.Radhakrishana Marg, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110021 New Delhi-110024 Telphone +91-11-5178 2000 Telphone +91-11-2412 1389-94, Fax +91-11-5178 2020 Fax +91-11- 2687 8953, 2687 8955 CHILE BELGIUM Embassy of the Republic of Chile Embassy of Belgium 146, Jor Bagh 50 N, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110003 New Delhi-110021 Telphone +91-11-2461 7123, 2461 7165, 2461 7270 Telphone +91-11-42428000 Fax +91-11-2461 7102 Fax +91-11-42428002 Web www.diplomatie.be/newdelhi CHINA Embassy of the Peoples Republic of China BHUTAN 50 D, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri Royal Bhutanese Embassy New Delhi-110021 Chandra Gupta Marg, Chanakyapuri Telphone +91-11-2611-2345 New Delhi-110021 Fax +91-11-2688 5486 Telphone +91-11-2688 9807, 2688 9809, 2688 9230 Web www.chinaembassy.org.in Fax +91-11-2687 6710, 2467 4664 COLOMBIA BRAZIL Embassy of Colombia Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil 3 Palam Marg, 8, Aurangzeb Road First Floor, Vasant Vihar Telphone +91-11-2301 7301 New Delhi-110057 Fax +91-11-2379 3684 Telphone +91-11-51662103, 51662105, 51662106, 51662109 BULGARIA Fax +91-11-51662108 Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria EP 16/17, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri CROATIA New Delhi-110021 Embassy of the Republic of Croatia Telphone +91-11-2611 5549, 2611 5551, 2410 8048 A-15, West End Fax +91-11-2687 6190, 2687 1677 New Delhi-110021 Web www.bulgariaembindia.com Telphone +91-11- 5166 3101,2,3 Fax +91-11-2687-6873, 5166 3100 BURKINA FASO Embassy of Burkina Faso LIBYA F-3/1 Vasant Vihar, New Delhi-110057 Peoples Bureau of the Greate Socialist Peoples Libyan Arab Telphone +91-11-2614 0641, 2614 0642 Jamahiriya Fax +91-11- 2614 0630 22, Golf Links New Delhi-110003 Telphone +91-11-2469 7717, 2469 7771 CAMBODIA Fax +91-11-2463 3005 Royal Embassy of Cambodia Tlx 31-65193 LIBY IN N 14, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi-110017 Telphone +91-11-2649 5092 CYPRUS Fax +91-11-2649 5093 High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus 106, Jor Bagh CUBA New Delhi-110003 Embassy of the Republic of Cuba Telphone +91-11-2469 7503, 2469 7508 W-124 A, Greater Kailash Part I, New Delhi-110048 Fax +91-11-2462-8828 Telphone +91-11-2622 2467, 68, 70 Fax +91-11-2622 2469 Travel Horizon India

DENMARK ERMANY Royal Danish Embassy Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany 11, Aurangzeb Road Telphone +91-11-2687 1831 New Delhi-110011 Fax +91-11-2687 3117 Telphone +91-11-42090700 Fax +91-11-2379 2019, 2379 2891 GHANA Ghana High Commission 50 N, Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt New Delhi-110021 1/50 M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri Telphone +91-11-2688 3298, 2688 3315, 2688 3338 New Delhi-110021 Fax +91-11-2688 3202 Telphone +91-11-2611 4096, 2611 4097 Fax +91-11-2688 5355 GREECE Embassy of Greece CZECH REPUBLIC EP 32, Dr. S Radhakrishnan Marg Embassy of the Czech Republic Chanakyapuri 50 M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110021 New Delhi-110021 Telphone +91-11-2688 0700 Telphone +91-11-2611 0205, 2611 0318, 2688 6218 Fax +91-11-2688 8010 Fax +91-11-2688 6221 Web www.greeceinindia.com Web www.mfa.cz/newdelhi GUYANA ETHIOPIA High Commission of the Republic of Guyana Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of F-8/22 Ethiopia Vasant Vihar 7/50-G, Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110057 New Delhi-110021 Telphone +91-11- 41665717; 41665718 Telphone +91-11-2611 9513, 2611 9514, 2467 5366, 2467 5377 HUNGARY Fax +91-11-2687 5731 Embassy of the Republic of Hungary 2/50 M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri FIJI New Delhi-110021 The Fiji High Commission Telphone +91-11-2611 4737, 2611 4738, 2611 4739, 2611 N-87 Panchsheel Park 4740 New Delhi-110017 Fax +91-11-2688 6742 Telphone +91-11-51751093; 51751094 Fax +91-11-51751095 INDONESIA Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia FINLAND 50 A, Chanakyapuri Embassy of Finland Kautilaya Marg E 3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110021 New Delhi-110021 Telphone +91-11-2611 8642, 2611 8643, 2611 8644, 2611 Telphone +91-11- 4149 7500; 41497570 8645, Fax +91-11-4149 7555, 4149 7550 Fax +91-11-2687 4402, 2688 6763, 2688 8279 Web www.finland.org.in Tlx 31-72179 KBRI IN, 31-72375 KBRI IN

FRANCE IRAN Embassy of France Embassy of the Islamic Repulic of Iran 2/50 E, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri 5, Barakhamba Road New Delhi-110021 New Delhi-110001 Telphone +91-11-2419 6100 Telphone +91-11-2332 9600, 01, 02 Fax +91-11-2419 6119 Fax +91-11-2332 5493

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IRAQ JAPAN Embassy of the Republic of Iraq Embassy of Japan B-5/8 Vasant Vihar 50 G, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110057 New Delhi-110 021 Telphone +91-11-2614 9085, 2614 9034 Telphone +91-11-2687 6564, 2687 6581 Fax +91-11-2614 9076 Fax +91-11-2688 5587 Tlx 31-66253 IRAQ IN JORDAN IRELAND Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Emabssy of Ireland 17, Motilal Nehru Marg, 230, Jor Bagh New Delhi- 110 011. New Delhi-110003 Telphone +91-11-2465 3318, 2465 3099 Telphone +91-11-2462 6733, 2462 6741, 2462 6743 Fax +91-11-2465 3353 Fax +91-11-2469 7053 Tlx 2465 3368 Web: irelandinindia.com Web: www.jordanembassyindia.org

ISRAEL KENYA Embassy of Israel Kenya High Commission 3, Aurangzeb Road 34, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar New Delhi-110011 New Delhi-110057 Telphone +91-11-2301 3238 Telphone +91-11-2614 6537, 2614 6538, 2614 6540 Fax +91-11-304 14555 Fax +91-11-2614 6550 Web: delhi.mfa.gov.il Tlx 31-72166 KENR IN Web: www.kenyamission-delhi.com ITALY Embassy of Italy KUWAIT 50 E, Chandragupta Marg Embassy of the State of Kuwait Chanakyapuri 5 A, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri New Delhi-110021 New Delhi-110021 Telphone +91-11-2611 4355, 2611 4359, 2611 4353 Telphone +91-11-2410 0791 Fax +91-11-2687 3889 Fax +91-11-2687 3516 Tlx 31-82089 Web: www.kuwait-info.com Fax +91-11-2411-0818 LAOS LIBYA Embassy of the Lao People s Democratic Republic Peoples Bureau of the Greate Socialist Peoples Libyan A-104/7, Parmanand Estate, Maharani Bagh, Arab Jamahiriya New Delhi - 110 065 22, Golf Links Telphone +91-11-41327352 New Delhi-110003 Fax +91-11-41327353 Telphone +91-11-2469 7717, 2469 7771 Fax +91-11-2463 3005 LEBANON Tlx 31-65193 LIBY IN Embassy of Lebanon LUXEMBOURG H1, Anand Niketan, New Delhi-110021 Embassy of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Telphone +91-11-2411 0919, 2411-1415 730. Gadaipur Road Fax +91-11-2411-0818 Branch Post Office Gadaipur LUXEMBOURG Telphone +91-11-26801954, 2680 1966 Embassy of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Fax +91-11-26801971 730. Gadaipur Road Web: www.luxembourgindia.org Branch Post Office Gadaipur Telphone +91-11-26801954, 2680 1966 Fax +91-11-26801971 Web: www.luxembourgindia.org BELGIUM Indian Mission Abroad Embassy of India AFGHANISTAN 217 Chaussee de Vleurgat, Embassy of India 1050 Brussels, Malalai Watt, Shahre-Nau, Telephone: 00-322-6409140 Kabul, Afghanistan. Fax: 00-322-6489638 Telephone: 00-873-763095560 Email: Fax: 00-873-763095561 Web : Email: BHUTAN ANGOLA Embassy of India Embassy of India Liaison Office of the Embassy of, 18 A, Rua Marques das Minas, India in Bhutan, Caixa Postal 6040, Maculusso, Phuntsholing, Luanda, Bhutan. Angola Telephone: +9755-2635 Telephone: 00-244-2-392281, 371089 Fax: +00-975-5-252992 Fax: 00-244-2-371094 Email: Email: CAMBODIA (Royal government of) ARGENTINA Embassy of India Embassy of India No. 777, Avenida. Cordoba 950, 4th Floor, Monivong Blvd, 1054 Buenos Aires, Phnom Penh, Telephone: 00-54-11-43934001, 43934156 Cambodia. Fax: 00-54-11-43934063 Telephone: 00-855-23-210912, 210913 Email: Fax: 00-855-23-213640 Web : Email: AUSTRALIA CANADA High Commission of India High Commission of India 3-5, Moonah Place, Yarralumla, 10 Springfield Road, Canberra ACT 2600, Ottawa, Telephone: 00-61-2-62733999, 62733774 Telephone: 00-613-7443751-53 Fax: 00-61-2-62731308 Fax: 00-613-7440913 Email: Email: Web : Web : BAHRAIN CHILE Embassy of India Embassy of India Building 182, Road 2608, 871, Triana, Area 326, Ghudaibiya, Post Box No. 10433, PO Box No. 26106, Santiago, Chile. Adliya - 326, Telephone: 00-56-2-2352005, 2352633 Telephone: 00-973-712683, 712785,713832 Fax: 00-56-2-2359607 Fax: 00-973-715527 Email: Email: CHINA BANGLADESH Embassy of India High Commission of India 1. Dong Lu, House No. 2, Road No. 142, 100600 Gulshan-I, China Dhaka, Bangladesh Telephone: 00-86-10-65321908,65631858 Telephone: 00-8802-9889339, 9888789-91 Fax: 00-86-10-65324684 Fax: 00-8802-8817487 Email: Email: Web : Web : Travel Horizon India

DENMARK MAURITIUS Embassy of India High Commission of India Vangehusvej 15, 6th Floor, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark. Life Insurance Corporation of India Telephone: 00-45-39182888, 39299201 President John Kennedy Street, Fax: 00-45-39270218 PO Box 162,Port Louis, Mauritius Email: Telephone: 00-230-2083775, 2083776 Web : Fax: 00-230-2086859 ECUADOR Email: Embassy of India Web : (Under jurisdiction of Bogota,Colo, NEWZEALAND mbia Calle Francisco Andrade Marin, High Commission of India 274 y Eloy Alfaro, (Sector Parque La Carolina). 180 Molesworth Street, Telephone: + 00 593 2 290 9836 Ext 102, 00 593 PO Box 4045, 22444227 (Res) Wellington, Fax: +00 593 2 255 9749 (Direct) New Zealand Email: Telephone: 00-64-44736390-91 FIJI(Suva) Fax: 00-64-4-4990665 High Commission of India Email: Level 7, LICI Building, Web : Butt Street, PAKISTAN PO Box 471, High Commission of India Suva, Fiji G-5, Diplomatic Enclave, Telephone: 00-679-3301125 Islamabad, Fax: 00-679-3301032 Pakistan Email: Telephone: 00-92-51-2206950-54 JORDAN Fax: 00-92-51-2823386 Embassy of India Email: Jabal Amman, 1st circle, PORTUGAL PO Box 2168, Amman 11181, Embassy of India Jordan. Rua Pero da Covilha 16, Telephone: 00-962-6-4622098/4637262 Restelo, Fax: 00-962-6-4659540 1400 Lisbon, KUWAIT Portugal Embassy of India Telephone: 00-351-213041090 Diplomatic Enclave, Fax: 00-351-213016576 Arabian Gulf Street, Email: P.O. Box No. 1450 - Safat, VENEZUELA 13015-Safat, Kuwait. Embassy of India Telephone: 00-965-2530600, 2540612 Quinta Tagore, No. 12, Fax: 00-965-2525811 Avenida San Carlos, Email: La Floresta, Web : Caracas,Venezuela Telephone: 00-58-212-2857887 Embassy of India Fax: 00-58-212-2865131 Ul. Rejtana 15, Flats 2-7, Email: 02-516 Warsaw, Web : Poland Telephone: 00-48-22-8495800, 8496257 Fax: 00-48-22-8496705 Email: Web : Travel Horizon India Emergency Numbers Police : 100 Fire : 101 Ambulance : 102 CATS : 1099 AIDS Control Centre : 1097 Child Care: 1098 Indian Red Cross Society : 011-23711551 AIIMS : 011-26588700 India Tourism Office : 011-2332 0342, 2332 0005 / 8