At a Glance:
India is the largest country in the Indian subcontinent in the south of Asia. India prides itself on being the largest democracy on earth. It’s also an extremely diverse country, with vast differences in geography, climate, culture, language and ethnicity across its expanse.
Be ready to be amazed by clamour and diversity in India. If you enjoy cosmologies and thrive on sensual being, it is one of the most intricate and rewarding dramas unfolding on earth.
Nothing in the country is ever quite predictable; the only thing to expect is the unexpected, which comes in many forms and will always want to sit next to you. India is a litmus test for many travellers - some are only too happy to leave, while others stay for a lifetime.
Such a rich history has spawned palaces, temples and monuments. Indeed, the most frequently visited part of India is the Golden Triangle. The unfairly maligned great cities of Mumbai and Kolkata have a bustling, colourful charm, while the holy city of Varasani or the awe-inspiring temples of Tamil Nadu are worthy objects of pilgrimage. For those who prefer more sybaritic pleasures, tackle the palm-fringed beaches of Goa. And for solitude, India ripples with mountains and hills, from the towering beauty of the Himalayas to pine forests, lakes and babbling streams.
One of the fascinations of India is the juxtaposition of old and new; centuries of history rubbing shoulders with the computer age; and Bangalore’s ‘Silicon Valley’ is as much a part of the world’s largest democracy as its remotest village.
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