Presents the fascinating world of India, a place of extraordinary natural beauty - pristine beaches, placid backwaters, mountain peaks - and a place of architecture, cosmopolitan cities, world-class resorts and Ayurvedic spas, and natural wildernesses where tigers stalk their prey. This book provides the guidance needed to make a trip to India.

One of "Frommer's" most seasoned travel writers takes on the fascinating world of India, a place of extraordinary natural beauty - pristine beaches under swaying palm trees, placid backwaters in lush surrounds, mountain peaks that stretch into the clouds - and a place of architectural wonders, cosmopolitan cities, world-class resorts and Ayurvedic spas, and glorious natural wildernesses where tigers stalk their prey. As it does so well, Frommer's has done the legwork for you, and is not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money and putting the focus on ease of travel. With "Frommer's India, 1st Edition", you'll be armed with all the smart, savvy guidance you'll need to make your trip to one of the most exotic places in the world a trip of a lifetime.

• List of Maps.What's New in India.1. The Best of India.2. Planning Your Trip to India.3. Suggested India Itineraries.4. Mumbai: City of Dreamers.5. Goa: Party in Paradise.6. God's Own Country: Kerala & Lakshadweep.7. Tamil Nadu: The Temple Tour.8. Karnataka & Hyderabad: Kingdoms of the South.9. The Heart of India: Delhi, the Taj, Uttar Pradesh & Madhya Pradesh.10. Rajasthan: Land of Princes.11. Himachal Pradesh: On Top of the World.12. Uttaranchal: Sacred Source of the Ganges.13. Kolkata (Calcutta) & East India.Appendix: India in Depth.Index.