Things To Know
- Highlights – The Taj Mahal, Jaipur, Varanasi, Beaches of Goa
- Language – Hindi, English, and 32 Regional Languages
- Currency – Indian Rupee (INR)
- Power Outlets – India uses power plug and socket types C and D. The standard voltage is 230 V, with a standard frequency of 50 Hz. I always travel with a universal adapter to ensure I can keep all my devices and batteries fully charged.
- Safety – India is a generally safe place to visit.
- Water Safety – Avoid drinking or brushing your teeth with tap water in India. Use filtered, bottled water to drink and brush your teeth. I travel with a LARQ purifying water bottle to be safe.
- Transportation – Uber is available in cities. Taxis, Meru cabs, and Tuk Tuks are also readily available.
Best Time To Visit
Generally, the best time to visit India is from the months of October through March. The weather this time of year tends to be warm and dry with plenty of sunshine.
When visiting the southern states, the best time to go would start in November, as the monsoons would have ended and your chances of sunshine increase. The heat can be oppressive in May and June.
When visiting the far north, travel is best from June through August, even though many other parts of the country are experiencing monsoons during this time. Trekking in the Himalayas is at its peak during August and September.