Indian travel tips
🍛 Must-Try Indian Delicacies 🍛Curries: Relish creamy Butter Chicken or spicy Lamb Rogan Josh, best paired with garlic naan or steamed basmati rice. 🍽️Thali: A vibrant platter featuring 6-8 mini bowls of regional curries, dal, pickles, and desserts like gulab jamun (pro tip: Unlimited refills!).🥞Paratha: Flaky stuffed flatbreads—try aloo (potato) or mooli (radish) versions at Delhi’s Paranthe Wali Gali. 🥛Lassi: Sweet/savory yogurt drinks; mango lassi or namkeen lassi (with cumin) are iconic. 🚆 Navigating India Like a Pro 🚆Trains: Book AC2 Tier (balance of comfort/price) via IRCTC; Rajdhani Express offers meals.🚌Buses: Opt for Volvo AC coaches for long routes (e.g., Delhi-Jaipur).🏍️Auto-rickshaws: Always negotiate fares before boarding (Uber Auto app works in metros). 🛍️ Authentic Souvenirs Spices: Kashmiri saffron, Malabar peppercorns, and garam masala from Delhi’s Khari Baoli market. Handicrafts: ✨Pashmina shawls (Kashmir)✨Blue pottery (Jaipur)✨Sandookh (carved wooden trunks)✨Sarees: Banarasi silk (Varanasi) or Kanchipuram cotton (Chennai). ⚠️ Travel Smart 📌Sacred Sites: Remove shoes/wear headscarves at gurdwaras; no leather in Jain temples.🍽️Food Safety: Stick to hot, cooked street food (look for busy stalls); avoid salads/ice.❗Theft Prevention: Use crossbody bags in crowds; keep cash in multiple pockets. #Indian#New Delhi#Indian food #travel guide#Indian tips#food diary