How to Reach Kanha & Get Around

Eat only freshly cooked food

Train platform numbers change frequently - Always check the electronic boards or ask railway staff, even if your ticket shows a platform number.

Winters are harsh in unexpected places - Delhi, Jaipur, and northern plains have surprisingly cold winters (near 0°C), while Chennai stays warm year-round.

Wildlife danger differs by state - Leopard attacks in Himachal Pradesh, elephant corridors in Kerala, tiger areas in Madhya Pradesh require different precautions.

Transit hotels near borders are economical - Rather than expensive city hotels, border town accommodations offer cheap stays between states.

Traffic safety varies enormously - Kerala has better road discipline; Delhi and northern highways are chaotic. Adjust driving/crossing behavior accordingly.

Walking side by side is fine everywhere - Simply walking together without physical contact is completely acceptable across India.

Foreign couples aren't exempt - Being a tourist doesn't give you a pass. In fact, you might attract even more attention and criticism.

Buy state-specific handicrafts in origin states - Kashmiri shawls in Kashmir, Mysore silk in Karnataka, Madhubani paintings in Bihar cost less at source.

Ayurvedic treatments vary regionally - Kerala has authentic traditional Ayurveda; other states have varying quality. Research credentials carefully everywhere.

Tipping expectations differ - More expected in metropolitan areas and tourist states like Goa; less customary in smaller towns and conservative states.

Sitting together in public spaces is acceptable - Couples can sit together in restaurants, cafes, parks, and public transport without issue.

Trust your instincts differently - Same situation feels different in different states due to cultural contexts. Recalibrate your safety sensors as you move between regions.

Consider reverse migration timing - Travel against domestic tourist flow: visit hill stations in monsoon, beaches in summer, cities during festival exodus.