Editing India (section)

== Female, travelling solo ==

India is generally safe for women (thanks to anti violence philosophies and religions) but sometimes Western women are seen as easy targets. A few tips that might make your life on the road a bit easier:

* CouchSurfers in general are just fine and trustworthy folks, but take care and check references of people you consider as hosts.
* Dress modestly: tank tops, mini skirts and shorts are not your best bet. No need to overdo it though, capris and shirt covering a bit more than your shoulders should be okay. Tank top and long-sleeved shirt in light fabric and in local style would be perfect, also covers from the sun. Dress elegantly like a local in a Shalwar Kameez sample outfits shown here. This is essential especially when you travel down South or conservative places like Rajasthan.
* Learn the art of ignoring people - does not mean you can't talk to anyone at all but the more responsive you seem the more disturbance you get from taxi guys and people trying to sell stuff to you, when just walking down the street.
* Cover story of a boyfriend or husband, wearing a "wedding ring" might be a bit overboard but might come in handy if the conversation needs to end sooner rather than later.
Learning the phrase "leave me alone" or something similar in Hindi or other local language might help (or make the guys more persistent).
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