India: Land of Enchantment

India is one of the oldest civilizations of the world. It's also one of the most mysterious to foreigners and travelers who visit her land for the first time. India is a land of contrast – of ancient farming and agricultural techniques in one area to bustling, cosmopolitan cities in another. It's the one place you might see a fancy car share the same road as a cart pulled by a bullock. India has a wealth of treasures to show visitors, and choices of things to do and see are nearly limitless.

India  

• Currency: Rupee
• Language: Hindi
• Climate: Summer is hot and humid with average temperatures of around or over 100°F, while winters average about 64°F   
• Capital: New Delhi

India has played a major role in the world's economics for centuries and things haven't changed in the 21st. India is still a leader in IT development and cutting edge technologies. Over 5,000 years old, India is steeped in culture, lore, mysticism and history. Visitors to India may experience everything from trekking through jungles to visiting the exquisite Taj Mahal. From lush mountains filled with wildlife to the deserts, India is filled with scenic landscapes, historic landmarks and ancient temples and ruins.

From battle-scarred forts scattered throughout former British-held territories to health spas that focus on catering to your every whim, India offers something for everyone. With a wonderful diversity of ethnic foods and cooking styles, India offers the palate some of the most exotic and delicious food in the world. When it comes to hospitality, India spares nothing to ensure guests enjoy their visit. Friendly and warm, India invites and welcomes travelers from around the world all year long to visit her treasures.

Visitors to India can see the Himalayas to the north or frolic on white, sandy beaches to the south. Visit the palaces where maharajas lived in luxury or hike the back roads to experience the rustic lifestyle that is still a part of life for many native Indians. From the Western Ghats to wildlife sanctuaries, India is a place of many surprises, each one more awesome than the last.

Why Health Tourism in India?
Without a doubt, India has become the medical tourism capital of the modern world. Offering the latest technological advances, experienced and expert physicians and surgeons and the very best in patient care, India has secured her place in the world as a premier medical travel destination.

Specializing in orthopedic, cardiac, transplant and plastic and cosmetic surgical procedures, India is also a leader in nuclear medicine, neurosurgery and cancer procedures. American medical travelers flock to India for such treatments because of the enormous savings to be had - nearly a tenth of the cost of procedures and surgeries in the U.S. It's no wonder that medical tourism in India is increasing at a rate of about 30% a year.

10 Fun Things to Do in India

• Explore the Ellora Caves
• Enjoy fine dining in New Delhi
• Visit the Taj Mahal
• Hike through Keoladeo National Park
• Visit the Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi
• Check out Agra Fort
• Visit the monuments at Pattadakal
• Go shopping in New Delhi
• Bask in nature in the Sundarbans National Park
• Bike the back roads and enjoy the lush scenery

India will amaze and awe, no doubt about it. This colorful, ancient and yet very modern land offers visitors endless opportunities to enjoy everything from a mud bath to the spectacle of the Taj Mahal. The people and the culture of this exotic land will burrow into your heart and memories forever. Guaranteed.