Author(s): David Abram

Travel

The Rough Guide to South India is the ultimate handbook to this fascinating region. The guide opens with a full-colour section introducing the authors' highlights with some inspirational photography and essential information on the region's diverse attractions, from enjoying an ayurvedic massage to exploring the ruins at Hampi. The Rough Guide offers comprehensive and practical advice on everything from finding the best places to stay and the most comfortable means of transport, to spotting elephants in the Cardamon Hills and negotiating Mumbai. The guide also provides a lucid and informative insight into South India's history, religions, architecture, music and dance.