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India for beginners: what you need to know
A few expert tips will help you enjoy this challenging but magical country, writes Nina Karnikowski.
A few expert tips will help you enjoy this challenging but magical country, writes Nina Karnikowski.
Ancient buildings over water, ornamental bridges – there are good reasons this beautiful city has been dubbed the Venice of the East.
When manta rays gather to feast on plankton, it's also a treat for snorkellers who can frolic in an underwater playground alongside these gracious creatures.
We cycle past open-air butchers' shops where skinny men in ragged dhotis are hacking up bloody carcasses.
Look at your plate as a painter's palate, Kuruvita advises. 'Take a little bit of everything and mix it together.'
Honestly, it's stupidly, madly, insanely paradisaical, this place.
Travellers can still find middle-of-the-road affordability in this super friendly country.
An innovative oasis of Japanese calm and the perfect counterpoint to the hustle of Colombo.
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