In the last two decades, India has become a must-see destination not only among young military veterans, but also people of all ages who are drawn to this unique country. Anyone who has traveled to India knows that a lot of planning is needed to make the most of the trip to the country, and with the following tips you can plan an unforgettable trip to India that will accompany you for many years, here is a collection of tips and recommendations for a trip to India:

Recommendation 1: Do not insist on visiting every piece of land in India

India is a large country that has countless recommended destinations as well as less touristy destinations that attract those looking for an unconventional trip. Although the temptation to cover as much ground as possible is great, try not to “spread out” too much when visiting India. To make the most of your trip, choose a few select destinations and focus on them. Even walking for a few minutes in the streets of India is a powerful experience in itself, so it is recommended that you take your time and travel to a limited number of destinations so that you can experience as much as possible of what they have to offer.

 

Recommendation 2: Visit the villages and not just the big cities

India has a number of large cities that are visited by millions of tourists from all over the world and Israel every year. Cities like Delhi, Mumbai are beautiful, but try to get out of the cities once in a while to travel in the villages of India. The pace of life in the Indian villages is slower and more relaxed, and you can also enjoy clean and fresh air – which is not always possible to find in the big cities.

 

Recommendation 3: Purchase a SIM card suitable for your device

India has many winding roads, and it’s easy to get lost if you’re not sure where you’re going. To avoid such situations and so that you can communicate with others and also be able to read maps, purchase a SIM card that matches the type of your mobile device. Thanks to this, you can feel safe and have internet available, through which you can search which destinations are more recommended, which ones are less, where it is dangerous to walk around, where you are at the moment, and more. To avoid problems, purchase an international SIM card and not a local Indian card which is difficult to obtain in most cases. In this context, it is also recommended to install in advance recommended apps for traveling abroad, especially in India.

 

Recommendation 4: Dress according to the culture and not just according to the weather

India is a relatively conservative country, so revealing clothing is not well received there and it may even be dangerous. Although it is hot in the country, it is important to dress with clothing that will cover your body without revealing too much. This is especially important when entering temples in a country where the body must be covered. In order not to suffer from excessive heat, wear long cotton and linen clothes that will allow your skin to breathe so that you will not feel the sweltering heat.

 

Recommendation 5: Do not be tempted to purchase expensive religious objects

Outside the temples in India, many hawkers wait who are looking not only for a living, but also for tourists who can sell them various religious objects at exorbitant prices. Those vendors will put pressure on you to buy what they offer, but if you don’t want to make such a purchase, politely refuse and walk away from the place. In many cases, religious objects are sold at high prices which indicate that they are not necessarily surrounded by a traditional aura, but that there are peddlers who want to extract as much money as possible from tourists and temple visitors.

 

Recommendation 6: Beware of pickpockets

In India, there are many pickpockets on the city streets, and there are quite a few tourists who find themselves without a wallet or valuables after spending a few minutes on the street. To prevent this from happening to you, do not keep wallets and valuables in your back pocket. Apart from that, it is recommended to walk around with a hidden pouch that includes a zipper so that it is not easy to take your wallet and other important items from you. It is also important not to wear a lot of jewelry so as not to draw attention to yourself, to dress simply so that you can walk around the streets without fear.

 

Recommendation 7: Get used to sharing your personal space

When you walk around Israel and other countries in the world, chances are you will have quite a bit of personal space that other people won’t be in. On the other hand, in India the situation is completely different; Today there are close to 1.3 billion people in the country of India and the tourist places are very crowded. Therefore, when you walk the streets of India and travel on public transport in the country, prepare for a lack of personal space. People will crowd you and won’t be afraid to approach you, so you have to prepare for the idea and be ready to give up your personal space, at least partially.

 

Recommendation 8: Take liquid toilet paper with you for disinfection everywhere

Unfortunately, the rumors about India are true; There are places in the country that are not clean, to say the least, so it is important to have hand sanitizer with you. When you leave such places, wash your hands and also your forearms. In addition, take toilet paper with you everywhere you go because there is a shortage of this product in public places and especially in public toilets. For more information on recommended equipment for India.

 

Get used to “India time” where things don’t happen on time

In the country of India there is a different pace of life, and this applies not only to the country’s residents, but also to the various services in it. When you fly for a trip to India, be patient and take into account that things you expect will not always happen on time; Trains and buses will be delayed, residents of the country will not always meet you at the time you set, and in general, you will have to wait quite a bit for different people and services. Waiting takes quite a bit of getting used to, especially when it comes to public transportation, so if you need to get to a certain place on time, take a bus or other vehicle earlier than you planned.

 

Recommendation 10: Beware of fake card offices

One of the biggest scams in India’s big cities is setting up fake ticket booths for public transport. If you purchase these tickets, you will not be able to travel by public transportation, or you will be asked to get off it while traveling. To prevent this from happening, make sure you have internet available at all times – this way you can check if the ticket office that offers you tickets is legitimate or if it offers fake tickets.

 

Recommendation 11: Do not show affection in public if you are traveling with your partner

Public displays of affection, such as kissing and hugging, are not acceptable in India. If you are going to travel the country with your spouse, avoid expressing affection