It is hard to put your finger on what exactly it is that makes India so special. Travelers usually point to a kind of ineffable mystique that goes far beyond the country’s incredible landscapes and rich cultural, historical and culinary heritage. In reality, it may just be that the mixture of these things makes sure that it occupies a special place in the imagination of anyone who visits. India is a deceptively large country. Its 29 states cover the vast tract of land that makes up much of the Indian subcontinent. Seeing everything on a single trip would be nigh…