India is chaotic, charismatic, and undeniably charming \u2013 yet it\u2019s impossible to sum it up in just a few words. It\u2019s huge. And it\u2019s vast size lends itself to diversity in every way, with 22 official languages, 121 unofficial ones, 29 states, and multiple religions. From snow-capped Himalayan peaks to wild beaches and the lush Keralan backwaters, there is a diverse range of landscapes too, home to an array of cultures and great biodiversity. Explore its National Parks to spot Bengal tigers, rhinos, elephants, and several species of leopard. Get lost in its cities, a wild mix of endless crowds, colourful markets, gleaming hotels, ultra-modern metro systems and life at the other end of the spectrum. Whether you stay on the beaten path or get firmly off it, you\u2019ll encounter some of the most passionate and generous people. And it\u2019s the people that will make your stay unforgettable \u2013 whether it\u2019s your first trip or your tenth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":3872,"template":"","format":"standard","country_category":[193],"when-filter":[],"type-filter":[],"who-filter":[],"appeal-filter":[],"class_list":["post-4171","destination","type-destination","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","country_category-asia-en-us"],"yoast_head":"\n