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Welcome........................................................3
Introduction to India..................................4
About Hyderabad
Time Zone
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Welcome to India!
This travel guide has been designed for you to help prepare for your upcoming trip to Hyderabad.
We have included introductory information to provide an orientation to the city along with general
travel information to help you plan your trip. We also offer a few ideas for enjoying your free time
while you are in India.
Please let us know if you have any questions about the content of this guide or the planning of your
upcoming trip. We want to make your travel and stay with us as pleasant as possible. We look forward
to seeing you in India!
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Introduction to India
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Introduction to India
India, the worlds largest democracy, has a very
diverse population, geography and climate. India
is the worlds second most populous country,
and the worlds seventh largest country in area.
Indias earliest known civilization (25001700 BC) is the Indus Valley, identified by its
interesting culture as well as its artifacts. The
origins of Hinduism and the caste system are
attributed to the Vedic culture (about 1500 BC).
The history of India was strongly influenced
by the migration, invasion and expansion of
other nations, including the Mongols (under the
direction of Genghis Khan), the Greeks (under
Alexander the Great), the Mughals and the
British. Significant progress and development
has occurred since Indias independence from
Britain was granted in 1947, at which time
India adopted a parliamentary system of
government with a union of states proclaiming
itself to be a Sovereign Democratic Republic.
Present-day India is one of the top five
industrialized nations in the world with
the third largest reservoir of scientific and
technological manpower. It produces every
conceivable industrial item and consumer
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About Hyderabad
Hyderabad is the capital of Andhra Pradesh
and also its most populous city. Located in the
southern part of India, the city was founded
in 1590, during the reign of the Qutb Shahi
dynasty. A host of influences have shaped the
character of this city over the last 400 years.
Well-known for its strong cultural identity and
religious diversity, the city is remarkable for its
well-preserved monuments and many examples
of fine arts. Hyderabad has a distinctive culture
and cuisine which is an interesting amalgam of
Hindu and Muslim traditions. The indigenous
cuisine draws its parentage from multiple
culinary traditionsMughal, South Indian and
Persian.
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Time Zones
The following lists the difference between India
and a few other major locations*:
Amsterdam, The Netherlands - 4.5 hours
behind India
Paris, France - 4.5 hours behind India
San Francisco, US - 13.5 hours behind India
New York, US - 10.5 hours behind India
London, UK - 5.5 hours behind India
Sydney, Australia - 5.5 hours ahead of India
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Embassy Location
Source: http://india.gov.in/overseas/
foreign_emb_india.php
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Avoid ice.
Use bottled water to brush teeth.
Eat only thoroughly cooked food or fruits and
vegetables.
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Availability of Goods
Foreign Currency
Telephone Use
Not all mobile phones work in India. It is
highly dependent on the service provided by
your carrier and the type of phone you carry.
Check with your carrier ahead of time to best
understand your options for phone usage while
you are in India.
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Eating Out
Indian food has a wide range of varied cuisines.
In fact, there are so many types of food in
India that it becomes difficult to choose from
the diverse range of traditional food. Just
like the amalgamation of cultures, there is
an amalgamation of food styles. Read on for
further details on traditional regional cuisine.
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Tipping Guidelines
Tipping in India is a common practice. There are
basically two types of tips. In the first case, the
tip is paid after the work is completed. In the
second case, tip is given beforehand to ensure a
good service. In hotels, porters and room service
attendants are generally tipped at the end of
the stay. However, the amount of tip varies
depending on the type of services rendered and
the type of establishment.
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Local Sightseeing
and Attractions
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Charminar
Golconda Fort
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Necklace Road
Necklace Road is a popular boulevard, adjoining
the Hussain Sagar Lake and providing a scenic
atmosphere with lush lawns and long rows of
flower beds. This has become the-place-tobe for the Hyderabadis in the evenings. It is a
recreational spot which is busy throughout the
year with exhibitions, music shows, sports and
games. Eat Street and the Waterfront Caf, two
renowned restaurants, are an absolute delight
to all taste buds. Both offer a magnificent view
of the lake along with the city.
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About Accenture
Accenture is a global management consulting,
technology services and outsourcing company,
with more than 176,000 people serving
clients in more than 120 countries. Combining
unparalleled experience, comprehensive
capabilities across all industries and business
functions, and extensive research on the
worlds most successful companies, Accenture
collaborates with clients to help them become
high-performance businesses and governments.
The company generated net revenues of
US$21.58 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug.
31, 2009. Its home page is www.accenture.com.
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