Border Brief: India

Capital: New Delhi

Language: Hindi and English are official languages. Other regional languages dominate in each corresponding region.

Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)

Best time to visit: Spring/Autumn - Winter (for South India)

First bite: Dum Aloo Kashmiri

First drink: Chai (From a street chaiwalla)

Best for: Temples, heritage, nature, cities, culture shock.

Getting around: ★★☆☆☆

Safety: ★★★☆☆

Solo travel: ★★★☆☆

Budget: $$

Return factor: ★★★★☆