City guide

India

India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the world's seventh-largest country by area and the largest by population.

Type Country

Why go

  • Country in South Asia.
  • Served by Amla Airport.

History

India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the world's seventh-largest country by area and the largest by population. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the southwest, and the Bay of Bengal on the southeast, it shares land borders with Pakistan to the west; China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north; and Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east. In the Indian Ocean, India is near Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

Airports

Thuniabhand Airport 40 km to the centre
MP, IN
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CHINDWARA AIRFIELD 41 km to the centre
MP, IN
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Amla Airport; 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for India. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Tours & experiences