Capital: New Delhi

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)

Country Code: +91

Do I need a Visa? Visas are  required for many countries, best to check Government of India's website for the current requirements for each individual country

How will I charge my devices? India’s electrical current is 230v, 50 Hz

How do I get there?  Well, if you’re heading to Delhi (DEL) and flying from…
New York: 14.5 hours
Los Angeles: 21.45 hours
Toronto: 17.5  hours
Sao Paulo: 20.5 hours
London: 9 hours

 

Geography:  India extends into the Indian Ocean at its most southern points, while it’s northern territories border the majestic Himalayan mountain range.  The Ganges River travels through this massive country which is divided up into different states, all with unique local regional languages.

Time Zones: GMT +5:30

How's the weather? Just like India’s landscape, its weather is equally diverse with snow common in the far north and periods of high temperatures and heavy rainfall towards the central and south regions.  India has three distinct seasons, winter, summer and monsoon which is June through October, best to avoid travel during that period.