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Getting Inspired by India

Did you know that the country with the second-largest population is also one of the most visited? Literal millions come here every year: 2012 alone saw over 6.5M foreign tourists coming into the country. Fortunately, the land is large enough to support the constant influx of sightseers. India is also one of the largest countries in the world in terms of land area—the seventh largest, to be exact. This is no small territory that you can cover in a day or a mere week. Getting to know India and feeling the rhythm of the land’s heartbeat requires time and more than a little bit of exposure to the country through traveling. It only makes it all the more worthwhile to explore for the eager adventurer.

Where should one start? Well, why not with the great monuments? India owns more than its fair share of world heritage sites and internationally known locations, including that epic tribute to romantic sentiment, the beautiful Taj Mahal. In Jaipur one may see such sights as the Jal Mahal, a five-story building in the middle of a lake and sitting on the water instead of on an island. In Mumbai one can discover a trove of treasures at Chor Bazaar, where the best buys can often be found by the best hagglers. In Srinagar one may see for oneself the changing colors of the pool at Kheer Bawani (black waters at the pool have generally foreshadowed a disaster). Every part of India boasts something at which mankind may marvel.

One may bask in Indian culture as well: why not don a sari or learn the local dances, or perhaps participate in some local festivals? And if all this seems too rustic for you, why not get your cultural experience from the comfort of a modern theatre, where Bollywood films can be found playing with the latest flicks from Hollywood?

India is indeed a land of marvels for the eager tourist. There is much to be seen and sampled, much to touch and taste. And for the tourist who comes with an open mind and heart, there is surely the experience of a lifetime just waiting for him.

What to Wear in Srinagar for the Traveller

November 21, 2013 By Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The primary concern when you want to know what to wear in Srinagar is the weather, but that should not be the sole consideration in your sartorial choices. This is because culture as well as socio-political circumstances need to be taken into account as well by the smart traveller, especially in areas like the Kashmir, which have historically been places of dispute as well as unrest. Srinagar itself was fairly recently a place of some terrorist acts that did not spare tourists, and has only calmed down in the past decade. Even if the statistics show that violence in the area has taken a sharp dip in the last ten years, it is best to be prepared for all eventualities, and this actually touches on what you are wearing.

What to Wear in Srinagar

Casual wear in Srinagar – India

Generally, it is best to avoid drawing too much attention to yourself, just to bring down the chances of being targeted by kidnappers (a fairly rare occurrence, but still a possibility) from unlawful factions. Stay away from flashy clothes and ones that display a lot of skin: this is generally the rule for travellers in India, anyway, due to the country’s conservative roots. Wearing jewellery is certainly not advised because you would just be advertising yourself as a target for pickpockets and ladies should keep their stilettos and high heels packed away unless attending a formal event in a closed or gated venue; the more sensible your footwear, the better, as it provides the ability to move fast in emergencies and the ability to negotiate less than pristine sidewalks easily. Note that it is best to have closed shoes, especially in the winter. [Read more…]

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Shopping in Calcutta: Top 5 Places to Go

November 14, 2013 By Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

After visiting Calcutta’s many tourist attractions, what is the next best thing to do? Shopping. To many, shopping in Calcutta comes as top priority since the city has a number of interesting malls and open markets.

Shopping in Calcutta

Forum Mall in Calcutta – India

The five most popular shopping venues are the New Market on Lindsay Street, Dakshinapan Shopping Center on Ghariahat Road in Dhakuria, Forum Mall on Elgin Road, Chowringhee Road near the Oberoi Grand Hotel, and Oxford Bookstore on Park Street. The first stop is always New Market, also known as Hogg’s Market, since it is the city’s oldest and most well-known local market. It just blows away tourists as they navigate through more than 2,000 stalls. However, it could get too crowded and hot, and the bargaining too noisy. [Read more…]

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Getting Around Calcutta: Which Form of Transport Is the Cheapest?

November 14, 2013 By Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Considered by many as India’s cultural capital, Kolkata is one of the country’s four major metropolitan cities. (It also goes by its former name, Calcutta.) As the capital of West Bengal, Kolkata is known for its rich culture, exciting festivals, mystical attractions, friendly townspeople, and a growing IT industry. Locals are known to be connoisseurs of Indian art and sports, and foreign travelers are said to never forget the beauty of the city after they visit. Below are important tips when getting around Calcutta.

Getting around Calcutta

Getting around Calcutta by human-rickshaw

As you visit the city for the first time, you will definitely be surprised to see the overabundance of yellow ambassador taxis on the streets, each fighting the usually crowded city traffic to get a fair share of passengers. These are metered taxis that could pick up or drop off passengers anywhere. They are easily available. You will also see a red taxi that is called “green taxi” for some reason (supposed reasons vary on this). [Read more…]

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What to Wear in Calcutta: Consider 3 Things

November 14, 2013 By Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

When vacationing in another country, there are always three things to consider when deciding what clothes to wear. Consider the weather or environment, local culture and purpose for visiting. Focusing on these three, below are a few practical tips on what to wear in Calcutta.

What to Wear in Calcutta

Salwar Kameez dress in Calcutta – India

Calcutta, or Kolkata as it is now called, is a tropical city in West Bengal, India. As most Asian cities, Kolkata is very warm and humid, often too warm and too humid. When visiting in summer, temperature could shoot to a scorching 41°C. Summer begins in April and ends in June when monsoon arrives, although it could rain any day in the year. [Read more…]

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Exciting Culture and Festivals in Calcutta

November 14, 2013 By Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The best way to understand a foreign land and enjoy vacationing while there is to understand local culture and festivals. Calcutta is a mesmerizing city in West Bengal, India, attracting foreign tourists from all over the world just by the mention of its name. The culture and festivals in Calcutta are very colorful and unique in many ways. Below are few of the major ones.

Culture and Festivals in Calcutta

Durga Puja Festivals in Calcutta – India

The fact that Calcutta (or Kolkata, its modern name) observes two New Year celebrations tell tourists that they are in a city that is made up of two (or many) different worlds. Calcutta welcomes the Western New Year on the night of December 31st with much fanfare. (Most of the action happens in Park Street.) After four months, the city celebrates the Bengali New Year around April 15. [Read more…]

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Best and Easy Ways of Getting to Calcutta

November 14, 2013 By Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Kolkata is the capital and most exciting city of West Bengal, India. Formerly and still widely known as Calcutta, Kolkata is the largest city in Bengal, which is an area that includes both West Bengal and Bangladesh. Where is Kolkata? With coordinates 22°32’N latitude and 88°21’E longitude, Kolkata is easy to reach since it is one of the most visited cities in India. International tourists are getting to Calcutta by the millions every year.

Getting to Calcutta

Calcutta’s Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport – India

Calcutta’s Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is one of the busiest in the country. Operating here are about ten international carriers, which include Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, United Airways, China Easter Airlines, Thai Airways, and AirAsia. Getting to Kolkata by air through the city’s domestic airport, DumDum Airport, is also very busy as it connects to all major cities in India and the capital of Bangladesh. [Read more…]

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