Your trip to INDIA can be a rich and rewarding experience. There are ancient cultures and artistic traditions to admire and a wealth of natural wonders to see, all co-existing with modern societies. However, the customs and local conditions can be as distant from home as the miles, and travelers should plan their trips carefully.
Most South Asian countries have strict regulations against the unlicensed export of antiquities. Items that are antique or even appear to be , may be confiscated by customs officials unless the traveler has proof of authorization from the appropriate government office to export the antique, or proof that the item is not an antique.
Yellow fever
Any person (including infants) arriving by air or sea without a certificate is detained in insulation for a period up to 6 days if arriving within 6 days of departing from an infected area.
Malaria
risk exists throughout the year in the whole country excluding parts of the States of Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Sikkim . No certificate required, but a course of anti-malaria pills is recommended.
Drinking water
Bottled water is available and usually provided in flasks in hotel rooms. For people with delicate digestive systems. It is advisable to use bottled mineral water, this is widely available.
Facilities
It is advisable to bring specific medicines. There are state operated facilities in all towns and cities and private consultants and specialists in urban areas.
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