Kanpur Uttar Pradesh, India Travel Guide
Major mobile providers Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea. Extensive scope and affordable data plans.
Wi-Fi in most hotels, cafes, and major malls. Mobile data with a local SIM reliable and affordable.
Main local language is Hindi. English widely understood in tourist settings.
India Post offices available for domestic and international letters and parcels.
To ensure continuous connectivity, consider an Airalo eSIM for flexible data plans or a Solis Wi-Fi device for reliable portable internet.
Navigating Kanpur's daily rhythm local operating hours.
Shops: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Malls: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Many markets one weekly closing day.
Restaurants: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Some open earlier for breakfast, street food later into night.
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Closed weekends and public holidays.
Banks: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Mon-Sat (closed 2nd & 4th Sat, Sundays, holidays).
India observes numerous public and religious holidays. Services may be limited.
Consider Priority Pass for airport lounge access. If your flight is disrupted, Compensair a valuable service to help claim your compensation.
Embrace local customs for a respectful and rewarding travel experience.
Traditional 'Namaste' (palms together, slight bow) for hello, goodbye, thank you.
Modesty an aspect of dress, especially for women. Avoid overly revealing clothing.
Use your right hand for eating. Avoid touching food that has your left hand.
Always ask for permission before photographing individuals, especially women and children.
Your mindfulness of local customs and communication efforts lead to a more enriching and respectful journey through Kanpur.
