India does not do subtle. You sit down to plan a quick tour of the north, and immediately the Golden Triangle commands your attention. Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur are absolute heavyweights. They give you the raw history, the massive Mughal architecture, and the chaotic energy you expect from a trip to the subcontinent.
But there is a catch. The Golden Triangle is intense. By the time you finish your third massive sandstone fort in five days, your feet will ache. The heat, the crowds, and the constant
