Best Time to Visit

A trip to New Delhi would be perfect around October and November or February and March when the pleasant autumn makes it for a comfortable tour around the city's famous landmarks. This is also the period when festivities like 'Diwali' Festival (in October) and other genres of festivals (ranging from drama to literature to film festivals) are held. Summer is known for being humid, whereas winter is known for being cold. Woollen clothes are highly recommended since temperatures vary from 22°C to 5°C.

Passport/Visa

All foreign nationals entering India are required to possess a valid international travel document with a valid visa. A visa is required for most nationalities, with the exception of Bhutan, Nepal and the Maldives (if not arriving from mainland China). The visa has to be requested through an online application, and the instruction for filling in the application and for scheduling appointments can be seen at the visa department's website. Be aware that a visa can only be acquired via this online application, and without any intermediary – do not follow agents who claim speedy/express grant of e-Visa.

Indira Gandhi International Airport

Indira Gandhi International Airport is a major hub for domestic and international air travel. The domestic terminals (1A and 1B) are located 15 kilometres from the city centre and the international terminal is a further 8 kilometres out. All international visitors must have a valid visa for entry. A free shuttle bus service operates between the terminals. Metro, taxis, buses and rickshaws are available at the airport to take you into the city. The metro is the fastest and most comfortable way to reach the city centre. The first train leaves the airport 5.15am and the last at 11.15pm.

• Web:

  www.newdelhiairport.in

• Address:

  Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi

• Phone:

  +91 12 4337 6000

Taxi

It is easy to hail a taxi or rickshaw on the street, especially in the city centre, at the airport or train stations. To avoid the hassle of haggling for a price, try the Delhi Traffic Police Pre-Paid Taxi Booth at the airport or book taxis through your hotel. For short journeys around the city, auto-rickshaws are fast, convenient and inexpensive, while the cycle rickshaws are far more atmospheric and peaceful. Hello 24: +91 11 42424242 www.hello42cab.com Meru: +91 11 44224422 www.merucabs.com

Buses

The bus system in New Delhi is cheap and serves many routes. According to western standards, this might not be the most comfortable way to travel around town. There are both red and green buses. The main bus station is called Delhi Inter State Bus Terminal and is located north of the Old Delhi train station.

• Address:

  New Delhi

Electricity

The power plugs and sockets are of type C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.