Footwear/Clothing in Delhi
Oct 7th, 2003, 04:32 AM
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Footwear/Clothing in Delhi
I'll be in Delhi and Jaipur in late December for a few days, on my way to Nepal. I have a carry-on bag, so I need to keep packing to a minimum. Typical temperatures for December in Delhi appear fairly moderate (for someone in the northern U.S.) and I am wondering whether I should pack sandals or closed-toe shoes (in addition to my hiking boots for Nepal)and whether I should bring pants or long skirts. Thank you for any suggestions.
Oct 7th, 2003, 04:58 AM
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You should definitely bring closed shoes and long pants and skirts for Delhi in December. Nights and early mornings can be very cool. Also, the locals will be dressed for winter (it is for them) in sweaters, shawls, etc. so you will look a little funny in shorts and T-shirts. . . Also, there is a dress code at the Friday mosque which would not permit you to enter in shorts. Closed shoes are better in any event as there is a lot of dirt, dust and grime in Delhi.
Average temps are generally in the low to mid 70s and sunny. It a very nice time to be in Delhi. There is usually fog in the early morning and evening, so beware of this if you are flying at those times, you can have long delays.
Average temps are generally in the low to mid 70s and sunny. It a very nice time to be in Delhi. There is usually fog in the early morning and evening, so beware of this if you are flying at those times, you can have long delays.
Oct 7th, 2003, 05:19 AM
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Thanks for your response. I generally wear long skirts traveling in Asia (never shorts), but pants are warmer if the temperatures are cool. Think I'll stick with pants and pair of closed-toe shoes.
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Response to JudySue: I'm in New Delhi right now, and it was 93 degrees F today. I'm guessing that Nov. will be a bit cooler, but still plenty warm. I packed only closed shoes, but the rest of our work group (6 others) have regularly worn sandals & shorts (not too short, though). On a trip to Agra, the guys in shorts had to wrap a piece of muslin around them to enter the holy area. I was very thankful for my socks, since they make you remove your shoes and it is definately very, very dirty, even at the historical sites.
