Thomas Cook Ltd. India, Burma, and Ceylon: Information for Travellers and Residents. London: T. Cook & Son, 1912.

India, Burma, and Ceylon: Information for Travellers and Residents is a reference guide issued by Thomas Cook & Son for visitors and expatriates in British India and surrounding territories in the early 20th century. The volume compiles practical notes on transport, accommodations, administrative procedures, and routes connecting major cities and colonial hubs. It includes concise information on climate, communication systems, and regional travel conditions, reflecting the needs of both short-term travelers and long-term residents. The guide documents the structure of organized mobility in South Asia during the period and the expanding role of commercial travel services.

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