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by adena tripwolf

Come for the curry, stay for the celebration!

India’s rich life philosophies and religious traditions make it a destination for true believers, know-it-alls, and skeptics alike. Hindus, Buddhists, Muslims, and Christians, to name but a few, live alongside one other in this all-encompassing place. You'll feel that your eyes can't open wide enough to take in all the beautiful colors, sights, and people. Do not expect to see India in two weeks; indeed, plan to spend months here if you can. Truthfully, this vast and encompassing place demands a lifetime. You will probably first notice the overcrowded and polluted cities, but if you can't see the beauty in this part of humanity, remember that India has deserts to the west, the Himalayas to the north, tropics to the south, islands to the east, and everything and anything in between . . . so start exploring! Visit Darjeeling and drink the tea that kept the British in India so long, and try Rajasthani garam masalas that will change your palate for life. Once you can differentiate a nan, roti, dosa, parantha, puri, and. . . only then will you know that you’ve spent an adequate amount of time in India. If you fall in love with India, you will have to return. Either way, India's the place to meet people and circumstances that will change your life.

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India Facts

country in Asia
  • capital:New Delhi
  • population:1129866154
  • area:32872600
  • time zone:GMT +5:30
  • languages:Hindi,English,many others
  • religions:Hindu 81%,Islam 13%,Christian 2%,Sikh 2%
  • GDP per capita (PPP):3737
  • literacy:61
  • electricity:230 V (50 Hz)
  • electric plug type:C,D
  • calling code:91
  • internet TLD:.in

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Top 10 Things to do in India voted by the tripwolf community

Taj Mahal

sight Taj Mahal

in Agra, India

The grand tomb of the empress Mumtaz-i-Mahal in Agra. Even if you have seen many illustrations, there is nothing like a visit to the Taj Mahal. Magical, like in a dream, the Taj Mahal appears when you a...

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13 votes
Gateway of India

sight Gateway of India

in Mumbai (Bombay), India

Built in the early 1900's by the British, but crafted after the 16th century Musli architecture, this is a gateway to Mumbai. A huge basalt arch, well visible from the sea where this monument is also l...

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6 votes
Amber Fort, Jaipur

sight Amber Fort, Jaipur

in Jaipur, India

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6 votes

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Top Trips through India

Getting from Calcutta to Darjeeling and then Sikkim created by adena on 2009-09-09 21:20:52

From Calcutta, either go to Howrah Station or Kolkata Station and buy a train ticket to Siliguri/NJP (New Jalpaijuri). Here, as soon as you get out of the station, as an auto rickshaw driver to bring ...

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2 votes

The Better Alternative to India's Golden Triangle created by cristina on 2009-11-11 21:11:29

Alright, so this is more of a Golden Pentagon, and it will probably take at least 2 weeks even though you could feasibly do the Golden Triangle - i.e. India's most visited cities of Delhi, Agra and Ja...

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2 votes

Finding Your Inner Yogi: Holistic and Alternative Stuff in India created by cristina on 2009-11-13 21:19:41

I'll admit, I didn't go to India solely to meditate, practice reiki, or whatever, but I did dabble quite a bit while I was there. Even if you're not so much into holistic healing, some of these treat...

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no no he estado por eso busco informacion

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with over 20 percent of the worlds population, its a culture you should not miss out on!

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