Activities - Discover more

Do your own research and see what other information is out there for the taking. You can bury yourself in a book and discover more about South Asian food or the effects of the British empire. You can surf the web by visiting some of our recommended websites. You can even plan your own trip to South Asia.

Delve deeper and improve your knowledge. This selection of books are just some of our favourites to help you discover more about South Asian culture.
Link toMinistry of Tourism, India
 This government website provides lots of information about travelling in India from transport to city guides and accommodation.
Link to 'Incredible India' travel log
 An independent website with well laid out travel information. It features Indian culture and heritage and emphasises adventure.

Link toBangladesh's Tourism Organization
 Contains everything you need to know about tourism in Bangladesh with maps and recommendations.
Link toWikiTravel's guide to South Asia
 This website provides up-to-date world-wide travel guides. Its section on South Asia is well worth a visit.

Link toPakistan's Ministry of Tourism
 Another government website full of travelling tips for Pakistan from its mountains to its cities.
Link toRough Guide
 Check out the Asian destinations section of this well-respected site for information on all aspects of travel.

Link toSchool of Oriental and African Studies
 Part of the University of London, SOAS is the leading centre for all aspects of Asian culture, art and history in Britain.
Link toThe Ancient India and Iran Trust
 Based in Cambridge, the Trust is a centre for visiting researchers, seminars, talks and conferences.

Link toAsia Research Centre, LSE
 The centre encourages and coordinates social science research in Asian studies. The site links to research papers, talks and seminars.
Link toHigh Commission of India, London
 The High Commission acts as a portal for all information relating to India including travel, culture, economy and current affairs.

Link toAsia House
 Promotes the appreciation and understanding of Asian arts, religions and economies.
Link toAkademi South Asian Dance, UK
 A London-based dance organisation which promotes South Asian dance in the UK.

Link to Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland
 The RAS encourages and facilitates Asian Studies in Britain.
Link toredhotcurry.com
 This website is the leading Asian lifestyle website with informative articles of many subject including food, religion and entertainment.