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Cochin Sightseeing Guide
Cochin doesn’t receive the attention that it is arguably due, a fact that pleases the relatively few tourists who decide to take a look around. This town is full of historic sites dating to Portuguese colonial times, many of which were renovated or outright rebuilt by Dutch and British colonists.For
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Udaipur Shopping Guide - Find where and what to shop and buy
Udaipur is fantastic for traditional crafts and everything from wooden statues to silk ties and high-end fashions can be had. The best shopping is in the many bazaars that can be found all over Udaipur.The bazaars have just about everything on offer, including sari silk-clad photo albums, and all it
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Cochin Travel Guide - A destination overview of Cochin, India
Cochin is a South Indian destination that has served as an important colonial port since the 16th century. It’s considered to be the cultural hub of Kerala, with contributions from Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim, Jewish and Christian communities. Known for its sites as well as shopping and nightlife, Cochi
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Cochin Shopping Guide
Cochin may not have the massive shopping complexes of larger Indian cities, but it still offers a satisfying selection of antiques and handicrafts. Tourists who enjoy the experience will get plenty of mileage out of the small shops and galleries in the area.The handicrafts offered in Cochin include
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Cochin Travel Tips
Cochin has been a diverse, international destination for centuries, and today’s tourists find locals well-versed in the customs of the West. This enhances the opportunity for cultural exchange and also makes shopping and price negotiation easier, as locals are more likely to speak and understand Eng
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Hyderabad Travel Tips - Helpful hints and advice on local destination information
Hyderabad is one of Indias safest large cities; however, a number of terrorist bombings shook the citys confidence in 2007. The attacks targeted major tourist attractions including Mecca Masjid, Kothi and Lumbini Park.Although violent crime is uncommon, walking around late at night is best avoided,
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Hyderabad Travel Guide - Your destination overview of Hyderabad, India
On entering Hyderabad, visitors are immediately blinded by an urban maze of gleaming malls and glass-fronted office blocks. However, once they discover the charming Old City, they realize there is substance behind the shiny surface.Hyderabad was originally founded on the edge of the River Musi. This
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Hyderabad Shopping Guide - Find where and what to shop and buy
Hyderabad has been at the heart of Indias commercial industry for centuries. Shopping in Hyderabads various bazaars and outlets allows visitors valuable insight into the local culture, as well as the opportunity to hunt for unique gifts and beautiful souvenirs.Hyderabad is famed for its exquisite pe
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Udaipur Food and Dining Guide - Restaurants, where to eat, and more
While Udaipur is not as high profile for its eating as Madras or Mumbai, this is India, and it still has great food. There are curries galore in any and every bazaar that can be had for a snip and at any heat, right up to the swankiest restaurants amid the picturesque Lake Pichola.For food of the re
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Udaipur Travel Tips - Helpful hints and advice on local destination information
Udaipur is one of the more relaxed and safer cities in northern India, with little violent crime and hassle for foreigners. Pickpockets and scammers are apparent, however, while being aware of certain vaccinations before traveling to India is advised. Udaipur is best visited in the winter when it is
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Cochin Entertainment Guide
Cochin has a long list of activities available to visitors, spanning cultural exhibitions, theme parks and water sports. Outdoor sports are particularly attractive due to Cochin’s beaches, mineral springs and forests.The cultural background of Cochin is fascinating. One of the world’s oldest martial
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Udaipur Travel Guide - Your destination overview of Udaipur, India
Situated up in the Aravalli Mountains of the northwest Rajasthan area and not far southwest of Delhi, historic Udaipur is one of Indias romantic hotspots. Founded by Maharana Udai Singh in 1568, it is often coined the ‘City of Dawn and is positioned on the sizeable Lake Pichola.In essence, Udaipur i
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Hyderabad Food and Dining Guide - Restaurants, where to eat, and more
Hyderabad is well known for its delectable cuisine. Dishes have a strong Mughal flavor, and locals have a great passion for food, similar to the Mughals. Meat dishes are prominent, and the pounded meat dish of haleem is the most popular dish in the area.Hyderabadi biryani (a rice dish) is not just a
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What to see and do in Mumbai – a guide of monuments, caves, parks and beaches
Amidst the daily chaos of this city that’s striving towards modernity and power, there is still culture, history, architecture and temples. The British Raj certainly left their mark on this city. But it is still a city of two halves, next to shiny metal shopping malls are slum dwellers living in pov
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Mumbai – a guide of where to eat in the city
Whilst in Mumbai, every visitor has to try traditional Marathi food which can be very mild, or very spicy. The main ingredients are rice, millet vegetables, lentils, fruit and special grasses called sorghum. Popular dishes are puranpoli (sweet flatbread), modak (sweet dumpling) and a deep fried pota
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Mumbai – a guide of where to shop in the city
As one of India’s biggest cities with a fast growing economy, Mumbai has many attractive western shopping malls. There are also plenty of markets and stalls to grab a real Indian bargain too such as the famous Colaba Causeway in South Mumbai. Mumbai has everything from designer labels and local fash
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Mumbai – a guide of where to sleep in the city
As the largest city in India, accommodation in Mumbai mostly consists of hotels and only a few hostels. The bustling cosmopolitan city does offer cheap hotels from the reasonable and comfortable 2-3 star properties to luxurious and glamorous 5 star hotels. Stay on Marine Drive to be among the action
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Rajasthan – a guide to which areas to visit in the desert state of India
<span>As the largest state in the whole of India, which originally comprised of 22 areas that have now been brought together to form the one state, Rajasthan can seem overwhelming to begin with. Fear not; this guide lays out the most prominent cities and towns to visit in this desert state and
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Rajasthan – What to see and do in the desert state
<span>The largest state in India is home to the pink city of Jaipur, famous for its well organised bazars; lose yourself inside the walls and barter to your heart’s content. </span><span>Each city has ancient well preserved forts and holy temples to venture to which are full of his
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Where to eat in Rajasthan – local delicacies and regional dishes
<span>Rajasthan is such a huge and diverse state, so claiming one national dish is rather hard. However, Rajasthan is a mainly vegetarian state and food is cooked in ghee (rich butter). Daal Baati (lentil curry dumplings) is a popular dish and desserts are eaten before the main meal. Due to th
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