The Rough Guide to South India (Rough Guide Travel Guides)

by Rough Guides (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2003

  $3.29

  The guide opens with a colour section introducing the region's highlights with some photography and essential information on the region's diverse attractions, from enjoying an Ayurvedic massage to exploring the ruins at Hampi. It offers comprehensive and practical advice on everything from finding the best places to stay and the most comfortable means of transport, to spotting elephants in the Cardamon Hills and negotiating Mumbai. It also provides an informative insight into South India's history, religions, architecture, music and dance. There are also maps and plans for every region and town.

• Used

  Paperback
  2007

  $3.29

  The Rough Guide to South India is the ultimate handbook to this spectacular region. The full-colour section introduces South India's highlights from cruising on Kerala's teeming Kuttanad backwater region to the madness of the Maharasthran capital. This fully-updated 5th edition includes expanded coverage of Kerala and detailed accounts of all the attractions including the majestic temples of Tamil Nadu, the world most visited religious site of Venkatesshvara Temple, and the looming balfries and baroque churches of Old Goa. You'll find all the practical advice you'll need whether you're trekking in the Cardamom Hills, scuba-diving in the Andamans or traveling around Mumbai. The guide comes complete with critical reviews of all the best places to stay, eat, practice yoga, and includes maps and plans for every area. The Rough Guide to South India is like having a local friend plan your trip!