Rajasthan

With insights into the colourful tribal cultures, plush palaces and forbidding forts this "Footprint" guide provides information on one of India's most fascinating states. Including an excellent wildlife section covering the jungles, home to majestic wildlife and tiger watching as well as a specialist activity guide including: desert safaris, trekking tours and motorbiking. There is information also provided on: the very best natural sights; critical listings for travellers on all budgets on where to eat, sleep and drink; lively entertainment listings; highlights map showing the best sights; detailed information on markets and how to get to them; key information on Mumbai, Delhi and Agra, gateways to the state; and the lowdown on Indian cuisine and where to find the best restaurants. This is a new edition of Footprint's guide to the most popular destinations within India. It has comprehensive coverage of the Golden Triangle: Agra, Jaipur and Delhi. As with all Footprint destination guides, this book shows travellers how they can escape the tourist hourdes and get off the beaten track.
There is essential information to help you get the best from visits to the most popular attractions, including the Taj Mahal. It is packed with detailed cultural and historical information to help travellers get under the skin of this fascinating part of the world.