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KNOW INDIA

Getting to know India

A starting point for visitors and friends of India around the world.

Sources reviewed: 17 September 2026 · Free to read

Choose a region and a reason to visit

India is best explored with time to understand individual places. Start with your interests — heritage, nature, food, art or learning — and explore the Ministry of Tourism’s destination information. Check local opening times and travel conditions before finalising plans.

Incredible India: official tourism information ↗

Check travel documents through official channels

Visa routes and eligibility depend on factors including nationality and purpose of travel. Use the Government of India’s visa portal and the appropriate Indian mission for current requirements. PLS Foundation does not issue visas or decide eligibility.

Government of India: visa portal ↗

Visit with curiosity and respect

Ask about local customs instead of assuming they are the same everywhere. Follow instructions at religious and heritage sites. Seek consent for photographs of people, avoid feeding or approaching unfamiliar animals and keep public places clean. These are our practical suggestions for considerate travel.

Learn beyond an itinerary

The National Portal of India connects readers with public information about the country. Pair it with our guides to heritage, science and national symbols, then follow the original sources for more detail.

National Portal of India: Explore India ↗

Keep exploring

All India guides → · Free learning library →