India Guidebooks & Maps

Huge and mysterious, India is home to the Hindu and Buddhist religions while boasting the world's largest Islamic populations and one of the oldest Jewish communities. With such a spiritual heritage, it's not surprising that religion saturates and enriches almost every activity in the country. With stunning photographs and evocative text Sacred India explores and celebrates the country's many faiths, whisking readers away on an unforgettable tour that stops at a Sikh temple, a Hindu wedding, visits Ramadan fasters and a host of other Holy sites and events.

On the west coast of India, there is a tiny region known as Goa, with a history of European colonization and western influence. David Tomory presents armchair travellers with a fascinating portrait of both the people and history of Goa with Hello Goodnight. Based on his real-life travels and adventures through the unique region, Hello Goodnight studies the attitudes and feelings of both westerners and natives. Engaging text and insights transport readers to this culturally distinct land.

Every great journey begins with a single step. If you’re an aspiring, world wise, globe trotter, you should make your first steps count with the Read This First series of travel guides from the people who bring you the Lonely Planet travel guides. Everything from obtaining a Visa, to planning an itinerary, to budgeting, to staying healthy is covered. Read This First: Asia by Pete Cruttenden and Chris Rowthorn combines advice, anecdotes, and factual information to be sure that you’re fully prepared for your journey before you ever leave your domicile.

The best way to deal with trouble is to be prepared before trouble ever has a chance to happen. With the Lonely Planet Healthy Travel series of guides, you’ll get answers to any health question you could possible ask as a tourist or adventurous traveller. Lonely Planet Healthy Travel: Asia and India has advice about how to find medical help, how to treat cuts, bruises, and sprains, and what to do if you’ve got a fever. You’ll even get advice on women’s health issues and easy to understand graphs and diagrams. All material has been approved by travel health specialists so you know you’re in safe hands with the Lonely Planet Healthy Travel series.

Whether you’re hiking at the base of a remote mountain in the Himalayas or enjoying the best shopping in all of Paris, Lonely Planet guides are your best source of travel information and advice. The specially commissioned writers at Lonely Planet offer listings on the best in accommodations, transportation and cuisine regardless of the size of your budget. Lonely Planet Central Asia – 2nd Edition by Bradley Mayhew, Richard Plunkett and Simon Richmond features outstanding colour photography, 55 detailed maps, and expert tips on local cultures you will inevitably encounter.