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India

The iconic Taj Mahal at sunrise (photo: Natasha von Geldern)

India is a massive country with masses to offer; visitors can lose themselves in the hustle and bustle of New Delhi or relax in more scenic escapes such as Simla.

India: Essential information
Capital – New Delhi
Major cities – Varanasi, Bombay, Calcutta
Major resorts – Goa, Darjeeling, Simla
Time Zone – GMT +5.5
Languages – Hindi (primary), English, plus 17 other official languages including Bengali and Urdu
To learn the basics of Hindi visit www.ukindia.com
India currency - India uses Rupees.
Approximate exchange rate:1EL is worth around one pence
For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc

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