India is an immeasurable land of diversity and contrasts: ice peaks in the Himalayas, the Ganges basin in the north, the deserts and semi-deserts of the west, the Deccan plateau, or the sandy beaches and jungle areas in the south. Fascinating landscapes and unparalleled cultural treasures beckon everywhere. Over 290 illustrations showcase India in all its diversity, while six specials cover holy men and meditation, India's exotic wildlife, Maharajas and Mughal emperors, the pantheon of gods, Mahatma Gandhi, and Indian cuisine.