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destination:india |
 From
the intricate palaces of the maharajas to the desperate streets of
Calcutta, from the cold heights of the Himalayas to the hot, dusty
plains of the South, India is a land of extreme diversity.
With a population nearing 1 billion, India is a swarm of sights, sounds and smells.. |
| The Taj
Majal with its everchanging moods, is an architectural phenomenon.
Nearby in Agra, Red
Fort shares similar architectural wonder. Birthplace of both
the Hindu and Buddhist religions, India is host to an amazing amount
of sacred sites.
In Varanasi the bathing ghats in the Ganges
River are a pilgrimage site for the Hindu population. India
hosts many Tibetan
refugee camps, including the new home of Tibet's Dalai Lama
who ocassionaly holds public
audiences. A camel
safari in Rajasthan gives unique insight into the local
tribes. The beaches
in Goa are a popular hangout for the backpacking crowd. India's religious
sites and adventurous activities have made it a popular item on Equator's
"Favorites" list accessible from the menu above. For an armchair tour of India, click the Photo Tour or Video Tour buttons to the left. Ready to plan your trip? Use the Trip Planner at left to map out all the details. Explore. Relax. Enjoy. Destination: India. |