India is a land of extraordinary contrasts, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, and natural wonders coexist with vibrant cities.
Topic |
Tip |
Clothing |
Lightwear + modest dress for temples |
Cash |
Keep ₹500–₹1000 for remote areas |
Transport |
Use autos, buses, or hire cars; few app taxis |
Food |
Eat at popular local spots, avoid street water |
Language |
English works; Malayalam & Tamil common |
Signal |
Weak in forests/hills – plan offline |
Festivals |
Kalpathy Ratholsavam (Nov), Onam (Aug–Sep) – great time to visit |
Women Safety |
Very safe; dress conservatively in villages |