Hey…nobody told me they moved India to Europe

I have only been in the northern-central part of India (mostly in Rajasthan). I did the “golden triangle” visiting New Deli, Agra, and Jaipur. I was there for about 10 days and tried to cram in a LOT. I hired a driver who drove me to each location and at times I was in the car for 5 hours straight. It is difficult to really get a feel for a place when you are rushing but since India is abundant in beautiful, interesting, and unique sights, it is easy to get a sense of life and culture in a short period there. I absolutely loved Rajasthan and didn’t mind being in the car observing people during their daily activities. There are plenty of forts, temples, etc to visit and if you go through a travel agency, they can put together a package to meet you needs (interests, time constraints, budget, etc.) and can make it almost-all-inclusive (except meals). I did this and was on a serious budget but I got all the transportation, accommodation, tour guides and escorts (as a solo woman, I needed a male escort to tour the mosques). It was worth it though I wish I had slightly thicker skin/was more assertive at times. Be careful, many drivers make a commission when they take tourists to their “friend’s” shops for “discounted” items. It is kinda hard to get out of being taken to carpet-makers, silversmiths, and artisans of the like but at the same time, you do get to learn about the crafts and see things made. India is amazing.