India is a country located in Southeast Asia, having an enormous population of 1.37 billion people, making it the second-most populous country in the whole world! This country is known for its deeply rooted history, rich culture, and scenic beauty. Its climate is also very diverse, allowing you to relax on its beaches in the summers, but, also give you a taste of snowfall in the winters of the Himalayas.
India has 28 different ethnic groups and 22 official languages. English is also spoken here which can be a pro for tourists. India has a very complex yet interesting history. The Indus Civilization, Harappan Civilization, and Mughal Empire, etc. all occurred in India and each one of these eras brought something new to the country, such as the incredible palaces, statues, writings, and stunning religious buildings that make perfect sightseeing spots. Some sites that are a must-see include “The Taj Mahal”, a magnificent mausoleum in Agra; “The Golden Temple” in Amritsar, a majestic golden structure having great religious importance for the Sikhs, and “Vijayanagara”, an ancient city of arts and literature in South India. Delhi, the capital city, also contains numerous historic landmarks such as “The Red Fort”, “Lotus Temple”, “Jama Masjid”, “Qutub Minar” and more!
A “mogul” in the trade industry, the country is home to 12 seaports equally distributed over its coastline and has seen the exportation of silk and wool items along with jewelry, engineering goods, and much more.
India is also home to the Siddhi people. These are Bantu peoples of East African origin who arrived in India in the 7th century CE and mainly inhabit Gujarat, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. They number around 25-70,000 across the country and although most came as slaves, some came as merchants, sailors and mercenaries. Nowadays, many work in agricultural and service roles to survive and some perform cultural dances for locals and tourists visiting their communities.
There are many other tourist spots that are worth a visit. Ladakh for its beautiful snow-capped mountains and glacial lakes, Gujarat for the “Rann of Kutch” which is a stunning salt marsh or Jaisalmer for an experience of the golden Thar desert. India is such a culturally rich country that contains everything that you would wish to see, so come to India for your next trip and have the experience of a lifetime.
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