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India is a land of shrill contrast, earthy flavors and diverse culture, welcomes every year innumerable visitors. If you are still in two minds to explore the land , we would suggest you to read the following points carefully to catch the fever.

- To travel in the Indian subcontinent is quite a task. Home of obstinate mountains, timid lakes, ferine forests, where every step is a litmus test for travelers. 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 79

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India is a country full of paradoxes. Be it economic stratas in the society, culture, climate or the terrain. A nation of contradictions, is one of the world oldest civilization and 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.

- 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. Bordering with Pakistan, in the west lies arid Thar desert. Southern part of India is very different from rest of India. Entire south is composed of peninsular Deccan plateau, which is dwelt on two hilly coastal ranges, the Western and Eastern ghats. India is home of rivers and have a religious significance of each river. Ganga and Yamuna are the main two

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Roadways

Interesting Facts on India

– While India is notorious for its jerking roads , still travel by road is a common choice. The country has 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 endlessly within cities are marvelous. Many small, out-of-the-way places are accessible only by road. Road travel is the most inexpensive way of getting around. But, you can't expect the roads like of Europe and America,you may suffer from frequent jolts but the scenic beauty of Indian villages and rural area are something for which you must bear the brunt. We offers you comfortable, air-conditioned coaches and comfortable cars. In India, Hire-and-drive, Rent-a-Car services are also easily available, in large cities and other important tourist places. Chauffeur-driven cars are easy to hire

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India is the world's largest, oldest, continuous civilization. India never invaded any country in her last 10000 years of history.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.According to the Gemological Institute of America, up until 1896, India was the only source for diamonds to the world.When many cultures were only nomadic forest dwellers over 5000years ago, Indians established Harappan culture in Sindhu Valley (Indus Valley Civilization)Varanasi, also known as Benares, was called "the ancient city" when Lord Buddha visited it in 500 B.C.E, and is the oldest, continuously inhabited city in the world today

Delhi – Located in the northern India on the bank river Yamuna, the capital city is second largest metropolis after Mumbai with a population of over 13 million. The city is rich with historical culture,human diversity and modern outlook. Both Old and New Delhi exert a captivating charm on visitors while old Delhi is famous for imperial monuments like Red fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun Tomb and mazy streets of Chandni Chowk, New Delhi is illustrious for shopping malls, museums, art houses.

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 secrets of the city's Rajput past in royal Amber Fort or lost yourself into the steps of mysterious Jantar Mantar. There are innumerable palaces and forts that are the favorite spots for tourists, both Indian and foreign. The city has a unique culture that one should experienced.

Bikaner -Bikaner is fine amalgamation of gothic grandeur with modern city's lifestyle popularly known for royal forts with a timeless appeal. Also famous for camel ride, the ship of desert is an inseparable part of life here. Bikaner is a home of many attractive tourist places. Junagarh Fort, Lalgarh Palace and Ganga Golden Jubilee Museum are some of the most sought after tourist places in Bikaner.historic wealth is the major attraction among tourists.

ZONES

Rajasthan and North India

Red Fort Delhi

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Ma Hidamba TempleShimla

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Ladakh

- Staying calm on the Beas River Valley, Manali is an important hill station in the Himalayan mountains of Himachal Pradesh. It is popular Himalayan tourist destination widely famous for its Hashish trail. Although it is quiet and modest village but because of tourists traffic , the place is overcrowded with hotels and restaurants. Skiing is major past time in Manali.

- 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 happening place where it is always crowded with tourists. Besides, there are some ancient temples, which also attracts tourists.

– Dharamshala is a small town in Himachal Pradesh well associated with Hinduism and Buddhism for a long time. Hill station is wooded with oak and conifer trees and snow capped mountains enfold three sides of the town. Main attractions are Mc Leod Ganj, Bhagsunag Falls, St. John Church, Dal Lake and number of Buddhist monasteries.

- 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.

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North East and Kolkata

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Passighat - Arunachal Pradesh

Assam

Sikkim

Arunachal Pradesh

– Located south of eastern Himalayas on the bank of Brahmaputra and the Barak river, the state is most developed among seven sisters. (north eastern states). It is 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.

– The small north eastern state nestled in the Himalayas is the least populous state in India. Sikkim is surrounded by Nepal to the west, Tibet (China) to the north, Bhutan to the west and the Indian state of West Bengal to the south has some of the loftiest mountains in the world. Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest peak, is located in the north western part of the state on the boundary with Nepal , and can be seen from most parts of the state. Sikkim has become one of India's most visited states, owing to its reputation of cleanliness, scenic beauty and political stability.

– 'Land of rising sun' is known for its mysterious and magical culture, located on the north eastern tip 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.

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Nagaland

- Tripura is a landlocked hilly state in north east of India. Tripura has several diverse ethno-linguistic groups, which has given rise to a composite culture. The dominant culture is Bengali. Tripura has a rich cultural heritage of music, fine arts, handicrafts and dance. Music is an integral part of the tribal people of Tripura. There are number of tourist attractions like Buddha Vihar, Tripura State Museum, Jampui Hills, Amarpur and others.

– It is a hill state located far north eastern part of India with a population of nearly two million people , 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.

Mizoram - An amalgamation of the former north and south Lushai hill districts, Mizoram is a land of great 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 - 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 palace and beautiful temples.

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Kolkata- Kolkata is famous for its liveness and known as a cultural capital of country where people have enough time to engage themselves in cultural activities, chatting, politics and other activities, which are nonessential to their routine job. At first look Calcutta seems to be slovenly and unkempt but beauty lies on the crowded and dirty narrow lanes and numerous bylanes, which is very discordant from other metropolitan cities in India. Known as an urban disaster, Kolkata remains a favorite spot among travelers because of its sheer energy, imagination and zest for life.

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 Hindu pilgrimage sites, wonderfully wide white-sand beaches, fishing farms and excellent resorts make it a sought after tourist destination.

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.

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- 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 S i t e . A l so Buddh i s t s i t e s l i ke Ra tnag i r i , Udaigiri,Khandagiri,Lalitgiri, Dhauli are famous tourist attractions.

– Khajuraho is a small village in Madhya Pradesh become a hotspot among tourists for its erotic sculptured temples. It is also one of the World Heritage Site. It is one of the top tourist places of India. Khajuraho is India's unique gift of love to the world, contradicts Indian conservative culture. The temples are grouped into three geographical divisions : western, eastern and southern. An Airport also has been built in this small village.

– Mumbai is the financial capital of India famous for its incredible pace and Hindi film industry (Bollywood). Though it doesn't have much historical relics like in other metropolitan cities, Mumbai has

Travel Horizon IndiaTravel Horizon IndiaUjjain – Ujjain is an ancient city of central India located in Madhya Pradesh. Tourist places ranges from temples to observatory to palaces and heritage structures. For Hindus, this is a holy site. Tourist attractions in Ujjain are Jai Singh observatory , Mahakal Mandir, and Kalideh Palace, which display superb domes built in Persian style.

Orchha - Orchha, now a small hamlet in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The place is not all about history and 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 the plateau which looks isolated and cut off from the rest of the countryside. The place is full of temples, palaces, tomb and mosques. Bhopal – Bhopal the capital of Madhya Pradesh also famously known as 'city of lakes', situated around two artificial lakes amidst picturesque settings. The laid-back and charming city has crowded market place, ancient mosques and exquisite palaces. The city is also a gateway to the Buddhist center- Sanchi- and the neolithic caves of Bhimbetka.

Pachmarhi- Pachmarhi located in Madhya Pradesh is an archaeological 'treasure-house' rich in amazing cave paintings. It is well known hill destination with green shades sweep up the mountains.Bridle paths lead into tranquil forest glades, groves of wild bamboo and jamun, dense sal forests and delicate bamboo thickets. Must see places are Mahadeo, Sunder Kund, Pandav Caves, Satpura National Park and medieval churches.

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Boat at Sunset in The Lake at Bhopal

Kerala and South India

Trivandrum

Cochin

Mysore

Hyderabad

Badami

- Trivandrum, the State Capital of Kerala is famous for its historical temples, museum and a long shore 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 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 Islands, Jewish Synagogue, St. Francis Church, Bolghatty Palace, Chinese Fishing nets, Hill Palace Museum and Mattancherry Palace.

– Mysore is the second largest city in the Indian state of Karnataka. Mysore is a beautiful city of palaces, gardens, and sacred temples and is famous for its silk and sandalwood and incense center." Mysore attractions are Brindavan gardens, Kabani Jungle Lodge(80 km away),Chamarajendra art gallery,Lalitha palace, Maharaja palace and some beautiful temples.

– The city ofNizams has lush green trees lined up on the sides of roads famous for elegantCharminar. The city kn-own for its rich history,culture, mosques, monu-ents, a rich and variedher-itage in arts, crafts and d-ance. and Sal-ar Jung Museum museu-ms are the prime attracti-Ons of Hyderabad.

- The town is Situated in North Karnataka and is well known for its magnificent carved cave temples, artificial lake, museums and rock-cut into a cliff. Famous four cave temples- the main attractions of the town are carved out of sandstone on the cliff of a hill. The nearest airport is Belgaum -150 km. On can also take up rail coach to Badami that is well connected to Bangalore

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- In a recent times Bangalore is one of the hottest cities in India. With advent of numerous IT companies Bangalore has developed a sound economy and modern lifestyle. There are numerous gardens in this "Garden City" and historical sites too that are worth visiting. Vidhan Soudha, Cubbon Park, Lal Bagh Botanical Garden and some beautiful temples are the main attractions.

- Hampi is a village in northern Karnataka famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijaynagar and it is declared a World Heritage site. The main tourist spots in Hampi can be divided into two broad areas: the Hampi Bazaar area and the Royal center near Kamalapuram. Main attractions are Virupaksha temple, Vittal temple, Queen's bath, Lotus Palace.

– 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.

– 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 Tamil Nadu. 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.

– Capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, 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 swamp forests. There are number of islands like Neil, Ross and Chatam islands, which are beautiful destination to visit.

Virupaksha temple

India has tropical climate. The subcontinent has eight climatic zones all of which only have the monsoon rains in common. Latitudinal and physiological factors have greatly influenced the climate characteristics of the country.

Mainly Indian climate can be broadly categorized into three seasons :

During summer, the western region is the hottest. Hilly 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.

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 the other hand Jaisalmer is the driest area, which receives only 10 cm annual rainfall.

Northern regions are the coldest of all where night temperature dropping up to 2- 3 degrees Celsius. The Himalayan regions are the coldest particularly Ladakh and Kashmir. Southern parts remains temperate.

Climate

Summer : April to June

Monsoons : June to October

Winter : October to March

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– Arguably the most beautiful mausoleum in the worldrightly deserved to be oneof the Seven wonders ofthe world, temple of lo-ve is scintillating, fabul-ous, mesmerizing andalways short of adjec-tives. The UNESCO W-orld Heritage Site is one- of its kind across the w-orld located on the banksof river Yamuna in Agra.The walls of this whitemarble edifice were em-Bellished with geometric and floral patterns inlaid with precious stones. The marble masterpiece is credited to the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan because of ultimate realization of his dream,who set up this mausoleum in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. One of the top destinations of the world, provoke tourist across the world.

Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan

Konark Sun Temple

Ayurveda

- Most salient admonisher of the country’sturbulent past are the many forts and palaces, whichlie scattered across India. Mainly Rajasthan is fam-ous for forts and palaces but one can witness the whole India is stained with exot-ic forts and palaces. One can

- The legendary city of Konark is located 30 km north of Puri and 64 km from Bhubaneshwar and is very near to the coastline. The Sun temple, which is the main attraction here, was constructed in the 13th century. The black pagoda at Konark is a grand and magnificent temple in the form of the suns char riot drawn by seven horses marking the 7 days of the week. The Konark Sun Temple also houses a Natamandira or dancing hall. Only two auxiliary temples out of the 22 exist today. The Vaishnadevi Mayadevi Temple stand to the West it. The Sun temple of Narasimhadeva is a depiction in stone of the life of those times' royal, social, religious and military. The intricate carvings on the walls and wheels of the chariot are unprecedented in history.

– 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.

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Festivals of India

Diwali

Holi

Eid-ul-Fitr

: Celebrated in the month of October/November, Diwali is the biggest festival of Hindus all over the world. It is known as the 'Festival of Lights'. The festival is celebrated by rich- poor, young or old through out the country with great spirit

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Ganesh Chaturthi :

Maha Shivaratri :

Durga Puja is the biggest festival of the Bengali's in India. It is celebrated in the month of Kartik or Ashwin (in the month of September and October). Devotees offer prayers to the ten armed Goddess Durga. It was Durga who vanquished the buffalo demon Mahishasura. People pray that the Goddess Durga arrives on an elephant and departs on boat. The arrival of Goddess Durga on elephant signifies good harvest and the departure 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.

Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on the birthday of the Lord Ganesh. It is celebrated for five to ten days. It falls on the forth day of the Bhadrapada (between August and September). It is celebrated with lot of devotion in all the parts of India especially in Maharashtra. The grand processions is carried out by the people, carrying the immense idol of the Lord Ganesh, which is immersed in the water. The houses and temples are cleaned and white washed properly before the idol of Ganesh is installed. Every coommunity makes its own pandals. People usually fasts during these days and distribute sweets to one another.

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

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Hindi Words of Use

EnglishHelloHow do you doThanksWelcomeWhats the price?Please lessen the priceWhere are we going?Are you okay?ElephantBananasApplesI want thisWhats your name?Please come here?I want a CabWhere is the police station?Where is the hotel?Pardon meWhere are you fromIs there is someone who can speak EnglishYesNoI don’t rememberSee you laterWhats your name ?My name is

Hindi Namaste Apka Kya haal hain Shukriya / Dhanyawad Apka Swagat (Swa –gat) hain. Yeh kitne (kith-ne) ka hain ? Thoda (Tho –da) kam karo Hum kaha ja rahe hain Kya aap thik (the-ek ) hain? Haathi Kela Seb Mujhe yeh chahiye. Aapka kya naam hain Idhar aa jao Mujhe Taxi chahiye Police station kaha hain. Yeh hotel kaha par hain Maaf Kariye Aap kaha sein ho Yaha par kisi ko angrezi aati hain. Haan Nahin Mujhe Yaad nahin Phir milengein Aapka naam kya hain Mera Naam hain.

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India Tourism Offices Abroad

New York ( United States of America )

Los Angeles ( United States of America )

Canada

Frankfurt (Germany)

Johannesburg (South Africa)

Amsterdam ( Netherlands )

S.L. Khyriem, Regional Director, Indiatourism1270, Avenue of Americas, Suite 1808, 18th Floor,New York 10020 USAPhone : +1-212-586-4901/ 4902 /4903,Fax : +1-212-582-3274,E-mail: rd@itonyc.com, ad@itonyc.com

Mr. Vikas Rustagi, Director, Indiatourism3550 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 204,Los Angeles, California 90010 2485 USA.Phone: +1-213-380-8855Fax : +1-213-380-6111E-mail : indiatourismla@aol.com

Mr. I..R.V.Rao, Information Officer, Indiatourism60 Bloor Street, West Suite 1003,Toronto, M4 W3, B8, Canada.Phone : +1-416-962-3787 / 3788Fax : +1-416-962-6279E-mail : indiatourism@bellnet.ca

Mr. G.S. Kushwaha, Regional Director, IndiatourismBasler Strasse 48, D-60329, Frankfurt, AM-MAIN 1,Federal Republic of GermanyPhone : + 49-69-2429490, 24294927Fax : + 49-69-24294977,

Mr. J.P. Shaw, Director, IndiatourismP.O. Box 412542, Craighall 2024, Hyde Lane, Lancaster GateJohannesburg-2000, South AfricaPhone : +27-11-3250880Fax : +27-11-3250882E-mail: goito@global.co.zaz

Shri M.R. Pattanaik, Director, IndiatourismRokin 9/15, 1012 KK Amsterdam,Phone: +31-20-6208991Fax : +31-20-6383059Email : info.nl@india-tourism.com, director.nl@india-tourism.com

India Tourism Offices Abroad

Australia (Sydney)

Singapore (Singapore)

Tokyo ( Japan )

Singapore (Singapore)

Tokyo ( Japan )

Mr. G.S. Dhar, Jt. DG, IndiatourismLevel 5, 135 King Street, Glasshouse Shopping ComplexSydney, NSW 2000Tel: + 61 2 9221 9555Fax: + 61 2 9221 9777E-mail: info@indiatourism.com.au

Mr. K.N. Thakur, Director, Indiatourism20, Kramat Lane, # 01-01 United House,Singapore 228773Phone : +65-6235-3800Fax : +65-6235-8677E-mail: indtour.sing@pacific.net.sg

Mr. S.R. Meena, Regional Director, IndiatourismArt Masters, Ginza Building, 6-9 Floor, 6-5-12 Ginza,Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 104-0061, JapanPhone: +81-3-3571 5062 /63, 3571-5196 / 97Fax : +81-3-3571 5235E-mail: indtour@blue.ocn.ne.jpMr. G.S. Dhar, Jt. DG, IndiatourismLevel 5, 135 King Street, Glasshouse Shopping ComplexSydney, NSW 2000Tel: + 61 2 9221 9555Fax: + 61 2 9221 9777E-mail: info@indiatourism.com.au

Mr. K.N. Thakur, Director, Indiatourism20, Kramat Lane, # 01-01 United House,Singapore 228773Phone : +65-6235-3800Fax : +65-6235-8677E-mail: indtour.sing@pacific.net.sg

Mr. S.R. Meena, Regional Director, IndiatourismArt Masters, Ginza Building, 6-9 Floor, 6-5-12 Ginza,Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 104-0061, JapanPhone: +81-3-3571 5062 /63, 3571-5196 / 97Fax : +81-3-3571 5235E-mail: indtour@blue.ocn.ne.jp

Tourism Offices in India

Khajuraho

Aurangabad

Madras (Chennai)

Bangalore

Bhubaneswar

Bombay (Mumbai)

Calcutta

Patna

Guwahati

Hyderabad

Jaipur

Varanasi

Thiruvananthapuram

Near Western Group of Temples

Krishna Vilas,Station Road

S M Naqui154,Anna Salai

KFC Building48,Church StreetEmail: bangalore@tourisminindia.com

B/21,B.J.B NagarEmail : bhubaneswar@tourisminindia.com

Ram P Chopra123 M Karve RoadEmail : mumbai@tourisminindia.com

'Embassy' 4,Shakespeare saraniEmail : calcutta@tourisminindia.com

Sudama PalaceKankar Bagh RoadEmail : patna@tourisminindia.com

B.K. Kakall Road,UlubariEmail : guwahati@tourisminindia.com

3-6-369/A-30 Sandozi Building2nd Floor, 26 HimayatnagarEmail : hyderabad@tourismindia.com

State Hotel Khasa KothiEmail : jaipur@tourisminindia.com

15-B,The MallEmail : varansi@tourisminindia.com

Airport CounterEmail : thiruvananthapuram@tourisminindia.com

Foreign Embassies in India

Afghanistan

ALGERIA

ANGOLA

ARGENTINA

AUSTRALIA

AUSTRIA

Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan5/50-F Shantipath, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2688 3602, 2410 0412, 2410 3331Fax +91-11-2687 5439, 2467 0486

Embassy of the People s Democratic Republic of AlgeriaE-120, First floor, Malcha Marg,Chanakyapuri,New Delhi - 110 021.Telphone +91-11-2614 6706, 2614 7036Fax +91-11-2614 7033Tlx 031-72373 DZND

Embassy of the Republic of Angola5 Poorvi Marg,Vasant ViharNew Delhi-110057Telphone +91-11-26146197; 26146195Fax +91-11-26146190; 2614 684Tlx 72038 EANG INWeb www.angolaembassyindia.com

Embassy of the Argentine RepublicB-2, Anand NiketanNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11- 5166 1982, 84, 84Fax +91-11- 5166 1988, 89

High Commission for Australia1/50-G, Shantipath, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-4139 9900; 41221000Fax +91-11-41494379; 2688 2732; 2688 7536

Embassy of AustriaEP 13, Chandergupta Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-26889 050, 049, 039, 037Fax +91-11-2688 6929

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CHILE

CHINA

COLOMBIA

CROATIA

LIBYA

CYPRUS

Canadian High Commission7/8, Shantipath, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-5178 2000Fax +91-11-5178 2020

Embassy of the Republic of Chile146, Jor BaghNew Delhi-110003Telphone +91-11-2461 7123, 2461 7165, 2461 7270Fax +91-11-2461 7102

Embassy of the Peoples Republic of China50 D, Shantipath, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2611-2345Fax +91-11-2688 5486Web www.chinaembassy.org.in

Embassy of Colombia3 Palam Marg,First Floor, Vasant ViharNew Delhi-110057Telphone +91-11-51662103, 51662105, 51662106, 51662109Fax +91-11-51662108

Embassy of the Republic of CroatiaA-15, West EndNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11- 5166 3101,2,3Fax +91-11-2687-6873, 5166 3100

Peoples Bureau of the Greate Socialist Peoples Libyan Arab Jamahiriya22, Golf LinksNew Delhi-110003Telphone +91-11-2469 7717, 2469 7771Fax +91-11-2463 3005Tlx 31-65193 LIBY IN

High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus106, Jor BaghNew Delhi-110003Telphone +91-11-2469 7503, 2469 7508Fax +91-11-2462-8828

BANGLADESH

BELGIUM

BHUTAN

BRAZIL

BULGARIA

BURKINA FASO

CAMBODIA

CUBA

High Commission for the People s Republic of BangladeshEP-39, Dr.Radhakrishana Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110024Telphone +91-11-2412 1389-94,Fax +91-11- 2687 8953, 2687 8955

Embassy of Belgium50 N, Shantipath, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-42428000Fax +91-11-42428002Web www.diplomatie.be/newdelhi

Royal Bhutanese EmbassyChandra Gupta Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2688 9807, 2688 9809, 2688 9230Fax +91-11-2687 6710, 2467 4664

Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil8, Aurangzeb RoadTelphone +91-11-2301 7301Fax +91-11-2379 3684

Embassy of the Republic of BulgariaEP 16/17, Chandragupta Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2611 5549, 2611 5551, 2410 8048Fax +91-11-2687 6190, 2687 1677Web www.bulgariaembindia.com

Embassy of Burkina FasoF-3/1 Vasant Vihar, New Delhi-110057Telphone +91-11-2614 0641, 2614 0642Fax +91-11- 2614 0630

Royal Embassy of CambodiaN 14, Panchsheel Park, New Delhi-110017Telphone +91-11-2649 5092Fax +91-11-2649 5093

Embassy of the Republic of CubaW-124 A, Greater Kailash Part I, New Delhi-110048Telphone +91-11-2622 2467, 68, 70Fax +91-11-2622 2469

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EGYPT

CZECH REPUBLIC

ETHIOPIA

FIJI

FINLAND

FRANCE

Royal Danish Embassy11, Aurangzeb RoadNew Delhi-110011Telphone +91-11-42090700Fax +91-11-2379 2019, 2379 2891

Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt1/50 M, Niti Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2611 4096, 2611 4097Fax +91-11-2688 5355

Embassy of the Czech Republic50 M, Niti Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2611 0205, 2611 0318, 2688 6218Fax +91-11-2688 6221Web www.mfa.cz/newdelhi

Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia7/50-G, Satya Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2611 9513, 2611 9514, 2467 5366, 2467 5377Fax +91-11-2687 5731

The Fiji High CommissionN-87 Panchsheel ParkNew Delhi-110017Telphone +91-11-51751093; 51751094Fax +91-11-51751095

Embassy of FinlandE 3, Nyaya Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11- 4149 7500; 41497570Fax +91-11-4149 7555, 4149 7550Web www.finland.org.in

Embassy of France2/50 E, Shantipath, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2419 6100Fax +91-11-2419 6119

ERMANY

GHANA

GREECE

GUYANA

HUNGARY

INDONESIA

IRAN

Embassy of the Federal Republic of GermanyTelphone +91-11-2687 1831Fax +91-11-2687 3117

Ghana High Commission50 N, Satya Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2688 3298, 2688 3315, 2688 3338Fax +91-11-2688 3202

Embassy of GreeceEP 32, Dr. S Radhakrishnan MargChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2688 0700Fax +91-11-2688 8010Web www.greeceinindia.com

High Commission of the Republic of GuyanaF-8/22Vasant ViharNew Delhi-110057Telphone +91-11- 41665717; 41665718

Embassy of the Republic of Hungary2/50 M, Niti Marg, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2611 4737, 2611 4738, 2611 4739, 2611 4740Fax +91-11-2688 6742

Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia50 A, ChanakyapuriKautilaya MargNew Delhi-110021Telphone +91-11-2611 8642, 2611 8643, 2611 8644, 2611 8645,Fax +91-11-2687 4402, 2688 6763, 2688 8279Tlx 31-72179 KBRI IN, 31-72375 KBRI IN

Embassy of the Islamic Repulic of Iran5, Barakhamba RoadNew Delhi-110001Telphone +91-11-2332 9600, 01, 02Fax +91-11-2332 5493

Indian Mission AbroadAFGHANISTAN

ANGOLA

ARGENTINA

BAHRAIN

BANGLADESH

Embassy of IndiaMalalai Watt, Shahre-Nau,Kabul, Afghanistan.Telephone: 00-873-763095560Fax: 00-873-763095561Email:

Embassy of India18 A, Rua Marques das Minas,Caixa Postal 6040, Maculusso,Luanda,AngolaTelephone: 00-244-2-392281, 371089Fax: 00-244-2-371094Email:

Embassy of IndiaAvenida. Cordoba 950, 4th Floor,1054 Buenos Aires,Telephone: 00-54-11-43934001, 43934156Fax: 00-54-11-43934063Email: Web :

AUSTRALIAHigh Commission of India3-5, Moonah Place, Yarralumla,Canberra ACT 2600,Telephone: 00-61-2-62733999, 62733774Fax: 00-61-2-62731308Email: Web :

Embassy of IndiaBuilding 182, Road 2608,Area 326, Ghudaibiya,PO Box No. 26106,

Adliya - 326,Telephone: 00-973-712683, 712785,713832Fax: 00-973-715527Email:

High Commission of IndiaHouse No. 2, Road No. 142,Gulshan-I,Dhaka, BangladeshTelephone: 00-8802-9889339, 9888789-91Fax: 00-8802-8817487Email: Web :

BELGIUM

BHUTAN

CAMBODIA

CANADA

CHILE

CHINA

Embassy of India217 Chaussee de Vleurgat,1050 Brussels,Telephone: 00-322-6409140Fax: 00-322-6489638Email: Web :

Embassy of IndiaLiaison Office of the Embassy of,India in Bhutan,Phuntsholing,

Bhutan.Telephone: +9755-2635Fax: +00-975-5-252992Email:

(Royal government of) Embassy of IndiaNo. 777,Monivong Blvd,Phnom Penh,Cambodia.Telephone: 00-855-23-210912, 210913Fax: 00-855-23-213640Email:

High Commission of India10 Springfield Road,Ottawa,Telephone: 00-613-7443751-53Fax: 00-613-7440913Email: Web :

Embassy of India871, Triana,Post Box No. 10433,Santiago, Chile.Telephone: 00-56-2-2352005, 2352633Fax: 00-56-2-2359607Email:

Embassy of India1.Ritan Dong Lu,Beijing 100600ChinaTelephone: 00-86-10-65321908,65631858Fax: 00-86-10-65324684Email: Web :

DENMARK

ECUADOR

FIJI(Suva)

JORDAN

KUWAIT

POLAND

Embassy of IndiaVangehusvej 15,2100 Copenhagen, Denmark.Telephone: 00-45-39182888, 39299201Fax: 00-45-39270218Email: Web :

Embassy of India(Under jurisdiction of Bogota,Colo,mbia Calle Francisco Andrade Marin,274 y Eloy Alfaro, (Sector Parque La Carolina).Telephone: + 00 593 2 290 9836 Ext 102, 00 593 22444227 (Res)Fax: +00 593 2 255 9749 (Direct)

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