India Handbook

by David Stott and Annie Dare

Published 1 October 2009
Where do you start when visiting India? The enigmatic sub-continent cannot fail to bewilder, bemuse, frustrate and captivate even the most seasoned traveller. With up-to-minute recommendations, the 17th edition of Footprint's revered and authoritative guide offers comprehensive advice on how to get the most from your trip. Whether you want to escape it all at a rural retreat, learn yoga in Goa, hike the Himalayas or be dazzled by Bollywood, this guide tells you everything you need to know. This title is critically acclaimed with unparalleled depth and coverage, ensuring travellers see the real India. It covers the lesser-travelled and more remote Northeastern states, enabling you to get off the beaten track. It features fantastic listings for all budgets. It includes detailed mapping and planning sections, perfect for navigating your way round this vast country. Annually updated - making this the most up-to-date guide available!

Goa

by Annie Dare

Published 29 October 2004
Magical coastline, white painted churches and clear blue sky. Anjuna, full-moon raves and weekly flea market. Tiny forts, hidden temples. Full colour maps. Exotic birdlife. Western Ghats, 'Sea of Milk'. Hindu festivals, christian holidays and plenty of coloured paint. Where to eat, sleep and drink. Old Goa, St Francis Xavier's tomb, Arch of the Viceroys. Diving, trekking, cycling. Strong summer sun, torrential monsoon rains. Slow boat on the inland estuary. Goa: mediterrean culture grafted onto India stock...