"A whole wonderful world in a single country" India by SirRichard

India Travel Guide: 31,393 reviews and 73,089 photos

India is such a huge country that a single travel would not reflect its amazing variety. I've been twice there, once several years ago in the north, with an organised tour; and second, in august 2001, travelling on my own all along the south-west coast.

I'll put here some facts I found of interest, but I have the intention of keep going again to India, and try to understand this fascinationg continent, so I'll keep updating this page.

Southwest

India's southwest coast is a marvellous paradise. I travelled all the way down from Mumbai to Trivandrum along the coast on my own, visiting on the way:
- Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora caves)
- Puna
- Goa
- Mysore and Bangalore
- Cochin
- Kerala
- Varkala beach
- Trivandrum
I did it by bus/train, sleeping in local budget places and had a wonderful time!!!

Last visit to India: Aug 2001
Intro Updated Mar 8, 2004
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Reviews (55)

Beaches along the west coast Sports & Outdoors (1)

You can find a few nice beaches along the west coast, but probably Goa has the best ones. February is still high season... more travel advice

Raincoat or umbrella? What to Pack (3)

If you come in monsoon, be sure that you will have some rain sometime. I brought both a plastic anorak and an umbrella,... more travel advice

Palolem Beach Stall (Goa) Restaurants (4)

I arrived in Palolem on my way southwards from Panjim, just to take a couple of pics of the beach. But I liked the place... more travel advice

Panjim Inn Restaurant (Goa) Restaurants (4)

Panjim Inn is a little pension in an old colonial house in Fontainhas quartier. It is a hotel and a restaurant with a... more travel advice

Shopping (1)
Anjuna FleaMarket (Goa)
Nightlife (3)
See All The "blue waves" of Goa
Transportation (6)
See All Drive a rickshaw!
Local Customs (4)
See All Palace of Winds facade for women
Things to Do (13)
See All Jantar Mantar (Jaipur's Observatory)

Warnings Or Dangers (2)
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Off The Beaten Path (6)
See All Marble floor at the Taj Mahal
Favorites (5)
See All City Palace (Jaipur)
Hotels (4)
See All Palolem Beach Resort (Palolem, Goa)
Tourist Traps (3)
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Monsoon is an...

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Comments (128)

.comyati Nov 13, 2008 at 6:55 AM Report Abuse

u've read tremendously I suppose while traveling, i recomen dis book: Kill the mocking Bird and another one: The Bird of Paradise.
mallyak Sep 8, 2007 at 1:34 AM Report Abuse

The best pages on India I have read!Regards from sydney.
albaaust Mar 13, 2007 at 6:10 AM Report Abuse

Some great photos and tips Joaquin!
nora_south_africa Feb 11, 2007 at 7:42 AM Report Abuse

Hi, wow your pages are a joy to read! I love the art... its amazing, thanx for share it with us
songlines Jan 5, 2007 at 9:35 AM Report Abuse

Very much enjoyed your India pages and photos, will be back. I am planning my return journey lateron this year. Greetings from West Cork.
highlandlaura Jul 31, 2006 at 5:00 PM Report Abuse

Love your watercolours. Me gusta, muy bien, sus colores de agua!
RickinDutch Apr 1, 2006 at 9:59 AM Report Abuse

Excellent tips on India. Once visited it never leaves you, eh? Birthday greetings from Alaska!
Hexepatty Mar 9, 2006 at 11:30 AM Report Abuse

there are SOOOOO many villas in spain & france & portugal. Sigh... but i'm not a planner. just a muse, alas....
budapest8 Feb 13, 2006 at 9:22 PM Report Abuse

My India trip back was in`86 and seems not much has changed except more tourists and hotels +Indians have a much better standard of living! Gr8 tips and pics. Thx for sharing ..":*¨`*:·~My§ticÄl~·:*.隐形的 ღ (~_~)♫♫"
butterfly_girl Dec 13, 2005 at 6:09 AM Report Abuse

Fantastic page on India. Your paintings again....just beautiful! The colors....brilliant.