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India is not always the easiest country to travel in, with severe heat at times and some depressing scenes of poverty, but the interest and enjoyment usually out weighs any difficulties. There are a few important health and safety issues that should be noted however to ensure a stress free trip.

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When to go: the weather plays a big factor in deciding when to visit India and in a country of is size, the conditions vary significantly from place to place. There are three seasons: hot, rainy (monsoon) and cool. Generally speaking, the most comfortable to visit the major destinations is in the cooler period from November to February.

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Money: the currency in India is the Indian Rupee, which comes in denominations of 1,000, 500, 100, 50, 20, 10, and 5 for notes; with 5, 2, and 1 for coins. British Pounds and US dollars are the easiest currencies to exchange. It is illegal to exchange money through unauthorised dealers, but cash can be easily exchanged at banks, airports, or money exchange booths.

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Emergency: India’s emergency services response is a little erratic compared to many other countries and is only really viable in the biggest cities.

Ambulance: 102

Police: 100

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