Is there somewhere you really want to travel to, or just yearn to know better? Do you want all the essential facts about India at your fingertips? If you want to know what it's really about (rather than the things your parents think you should see!), The Real India is a great place to start.

. What's hot: India highlights you really won't want to miss

. Spend a night dreaming on a houseboat in Srinagar

. Discover the best area in Mumbai for exploring the street markets

. Start making decisions about which of the selection of delicious street foods you're going to try first

. Explore the Golden City of Jaisalmer

. Need-to-know information about Internet access, mobile networks, dialling codes and more

Whether you are planning a trip or a holiday, just day-dreaming about one or simply need to know the facts, The Real India is your essential guide.

It is part of 'The Real' series - guides for young people to find out what particular countries are really about.