Publisher Description

Delhi bombards the senses with its vibrant chaos, yet not far away is the peace of the mountains. From spiritual pursuits to mountain trekking, Footprint's Handbook provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this fascinating region of India. . Practicalities section with essential advice on getting to and around Northwest India. . Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and relax. . Includes information on tour operators and activities, from spectacular railway journeys to Raj relics. . Detailed maps for Delhi, Amritsar, Leh and other key destinations in the region. . Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint's Delhi & Northwest India Handbook provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of the most beautiful regions of India.

Author Biography

A freelance writer and editor from England, Vanessa Betts went to India in 1997 as the first stop on a round-the-world ticket, and found that nowhere else could quite compare. She has lived and worked overseas for most of the last 16 years. Victoria McCulloch is a nomad currently calling Goa home. Armed with a laptop and a yoga mat, she plies her trade as freelance journalist and Kundalini Yoga teacher. She first ventured to India in1997, but has been living in the 'motherland' for the last seven years and can now only drink her tea with masala in it. Victoria has also been influenced by the music and chanting in India and is recording her second mantra album.

Table of Contents

1) Planning your trip 2) Delhi 3) North from Delhi (Chandigahr & around; Amritsar & around; Southern Himachal; Kinnaur & Spiti; Kullu Valley; Lahaul & the Manali-Leh Road; Northern Himchal; Trekking in Himachal) 4) Jammu & Kashmir (Kashmir Valley; Ladakh) 5) Practicalities 6) Footnotes

Long Description

Delhi bombards the senses with its vibrant chaos, yet not far away is the peace of the mountains. From spiritual pursuits to mountain trekking, Footprint's Handbook provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this fascinating region of India.* Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around Northwest India.* Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and relax.* Includes information on tour operators and activities, from spectacular railway journeys to Raj relics.* Detailed maps for Delhi, Amritsar, Leh and other key destinations in the region.* Slim enough to fit in your pocket.With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint's Delhi & Northwest India Handbook provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of the most beautiful regions of India.

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