{"id":185076,"date":"2020-08-09T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-09T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/what-is-india-famous-for\/"},"modified":"2020-08-09T11:00:00","modified_gmt":"2020-08-09T08:00:00","slug":"what-is-india-famous-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/","title":{"rendered":"#What is India famous for?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a253c921b833\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a253c921b833\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Over_a_billion_people\" >Over a billion people<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Indian_food\" >Indian food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Religion_and_spirituality\" >Religion and spirituality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Cricket\" >Cricket<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Festivals\" >Festivals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Yoga\" >Yoga<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Taj_Mahal\" >Taj Mahal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Nature_and_Landscapes\" >Nature and Landscapes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Mahatma_Gandhi\" >Mahatma Gandhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Textiles_other_exports\" >Textiles &amp; other exports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Bollywood\" >Bollywood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#Travel_experience\" >Travel experience<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/what-is-india-famous-for\/#About_the_authors\" >About the authors<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;<strong>#What is India famous for?<\/strong>&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">In India\u2019s chapter of our famous things across the globe <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/watch-movies-tv-seriess\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"8\" title=\"Watch Movies &amp; TV Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">series<\/a>, we have invited our fellow blogger Riddhi Mukund of \u201cDiscover New Paths\u201d <strong>What is India famous for?<\/strong> This is her interesting response!<\/p>\n<p>You would be hard-pressed to find a country with more culture, religion, buzz, architecture, and natural landscapes than India.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Although they were born in the UK, Mukund and Riddhi from Discover New Paths are of Indian origin and have <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">travel<\/a>ed there multiple times. Indian culture has played a huge part in their lives, but they have narrowed down their top 12 things India is famous for.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Over_a_billion_people\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Over_a_billion_people\"><\/span>Over a billion people<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>That\u2019s right, India has a population of more than 1.3 billion people. This makes it second only to China in terms of countries with the highest populations in the world, despite being less than half its size.<\/p>\n<p>India is often described as more of a continent than a country. Traditions, beliefs, landscapes, and cuisine vary massively across the country. In fact, there are 22 major official languages and thousands of dialects.<\/p>\n<p>The villages are the heart of India, where the pace of life is slower, and agriculture feeds the rest of the country. At the other end of the spectrum, the mega-cities are as modern as any other country with their efficient transport systems, multinational malls, and business districts.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The cities, however, are also the most populous parts of India. Although they are home to some of the wealthiest individuals in Asia, they also have densely-populated slum areas where most live below the poverty line.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t matter where you are in India, people have one endearing trait in common \u2013 they are open, curious, and chatty. Without a doubt, travelers will have plenty of local people <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>roaching them to ask questions and share more about their wonderful country.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_food\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_food\"><\/span>Indian food<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>All over the world, Indian food has become a popular choice for families and friends wanting to dine out. If you enjoy your local Indian restaurant, imagine how good the food must be in the country itself.<\/p>\n<p>Indian food is made with fresh ingredients, filled with flavor and spices, and incredibly cheap \u2013 you can have a full meal for less than \u20ac1. And with over 30% of the population classed as vegetarians, and vegetables being a key part of the remaining population\u2019s diet, you won\u2019t miss meat one bit.<\/p>\n<p>Every region has something different to offer. Northern states such as Rajasthan and Punjab are famous for their curries and paratha \u2013 flatbread bread stuffed with spicy mash potato, mixed vegetables or paneer (cottage cheese), topped with plenty of butter!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In the South, curries are accompanied by rice instead of chapatis or paratha. In fact, rice is a key ingredient in many regional dishes such as idli and uttapam. Still, arguably the most popular is dosa \u2013 huge paper-thin rice pancakes served with vegetables, chutneys, and soups.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Mumbai is the home of street-food. Pav bhaji, pani puri, the Bombay sandwich\u2026 there is just far too much to list and describe. And after eating to your heart\u2019s content, you can wash it all down with a thick, creamy lassi or a delicious, cold falooda.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Indian food is clearly one of the most famous things about India.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food.jpg\" alt=\"What Is India Famous For?\" class=\"wp-image-19155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food.jpg\" alt=\"What Is India Famous For?\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-19155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Food-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Traditional South Indian thali, consisting of plain rice, sambhar (soup made with lentils), rasam (spicy tomato soup), vegetable curry, pickle, fresh curd and poppadom.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Religion_and_spirituality\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Religion_and_spirituality\"><\/span>Religion and spirituality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>India is a very devout country, and people have a lot of pride in their religious beliefs. They practice many different religions, including Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism. However, Hinduism is the main religion, with over 75% of the population practicing. It also happens to be the oldest major religion in the world today.<\/p>\n<p>There are hundreds of religious sites of great significance in India. For example, Kedarnath, one of the most sacred temples found in the Himalayas. Varanasi, the timeless city where life and death merge into one. Dwarka, the birthplace of the Hindu god Krishna. The Ganges, the holiest river in India, and the home of an incredible pilgrimage site, Kumbh Mela \u2013 the largest faith gathering in the world where millions of people gather to pay homage to the river.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>These are all places that mean a great deal to Hindus, and many Indians will do their best to visit these places, no matter the cost or how long it takes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But it is not just religion. India is also known for its mysticism and spirituality, with some of the world\u2019s most significant philosophies originating from India. For many, belief in God is not about religion but more a way of life. Many dedicate their entire lives to worship and finding the meaning of life while living in a way that exhibits particular values such as unconditional love, unity, and respect.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India.jpg\" alt=\"What is India known for\" class=\"wp-image-19157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India.jpg\" alt=\"What is India known for\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-19157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Religion-in-India-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Priests performing evening aarti (paying homage) to the River Ganges at Triveni Ghat in Rishikesh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cricket\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cricket\"><\/span>Cricket<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although Hinduism is India\u2019s main religion, cricket is often light-heartedly referred to as a close second. It is the main sport in the country, and Indians are absolutely huge fans of it, with their most popular player ever \u2013 Sachin Tendulkar \u2013 revered by many as a God.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Not heard of cricket before? It\u2019s not very popular in Europe and the Americas, but it is huge in the Indian subcontinent, with other large nations like England, Australia, and South Africa also having strong national teams.<\/p>\n<p>Matches are played in packed out stadiums, with music, singing, dancing, and flag-waving throughout the <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/game\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"7\" title=\"Game\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">game<\/a>. Even when matches are abroad, Indian fans will often outnumber local country fans.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever part of India you visit, from cities to villages, you will find groups of children playing this sport wherever they can find space \u2013 both vast fields and narrow streets. Speak to any Indian, and they will tell you all you need to know about their beloved national sport.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festivals\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festivals\"><\/span>Festivals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many festivals take place throughout India, and most are usually centered around a religious story. However, all of them are celebrated with pomp and excitement. It is an opportunity for family and friends to come together and remember God in a joyful way. Here are some examples:<\/p>\n<p>Diwali \u2013 The most significant festival in India, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness. Families will fill their houses and streets with small lamps while enjoying great food, exchanging gifts, and watching firework displays.<\/p>\n<p>Ganesh Chathurthi \u2013 the birthday of Ganesh, the elephant-headed God of removing obstacles. On this occasion, colossal clay statues of Ganesh are first painted and decorated beautifully, before being taken to nearby seas and rivers. The journey is filled with singing and dancing before immersing the statue in the water.<\/p>\n<p>Holi \u2013 truly the world\u2019s most colorful festival, signifying the victory of good over evil. It is celebrated by throwing colored powders \u2013 pink, yellow, green, blue, and many more \u2013 over one another and dancing under water sprinklers. There is lots of dancing and food, whilst the religious aspect is symbolized by rituals around massive burning fires.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india.jpg\" alt=\"Famous things about India\" class=\"wp-image-19164\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india.jpg\" alt=\"Famous things about India\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-19164\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Holi-festival-india-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Holi Festival in India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yoga\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yoga\"><\/span>Yoga<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The popularity of yoga has significantly increased in the West over recent years. However, this ancient practice originated thousands of years ago in India.<\/p>\n<p>What yoga is best known outside of India is physical postures and stress-relief, but it is much more than this. At its core, it is about meditation and spiritual growth. In fact, the word \u201cYog\u201d translates to \u201cunion with God.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The physical, mental and spiritual exercises of true yoga are meant to bring one closer to God and to experience the joy and bliss that comes from this.<\/p>\n<p>The rise of Westernized yoga has made it difficult to come across authentic yoga, even in India. In Rishikesh, many yoga instructors teach the foundations of this practice, although some may neglect the spiritual essence.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To get a taste of real yoga, you can join one of many multi-day retreats available across India led by experienced and dedicated yogis.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taj_Mahal\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taj_Mahal\"><\/span>Taj Mahal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are some breathtaking examples of Indian architecture across the country, whether it\u2019s the forts of Rajasthan, the Golden Temple of Amritsar, or the ancient temples found in Hampi.<\/p>\n<p>Yet, undoubtedly, the most famous and stunning building in India is the Taj Mahal, one of the new seven wonders of the world. Found in Agra, it is a massive mausoleum complex built by the great emperor Shah Jahan as a symbol of his love for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died after giving birth to one of their children.<\/p>\n<p>The exquisite main building is made of white marble, with a long reflective pool in front of it. As you get closer, you can see the incredible detail with decorative flowers and verses from the holy Qu\u2019ran inscribed into the marble. It is surrounded by green gardens, flanked by two red sandstone buildings, and the entire area displays an impressive symmetry.<\/p>\n<p>The Taj Mahal may look stunning in pictures but is truly somewhere that you have to see with your own eyes. But be warned, you will have to share the site with the thousands of other people who come to see this magnificent structure every day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nature_and_Landscapes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nature_and_Landscapes\"><\/span>Nature and Landscapes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A country with vast amounts of land, India has nature and diversity of landscapes in abundance.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The famous Himalayas can be found in the North-East of India. These snow-capped, towering mountains are some of the most dramatic in the world and are home to many of the highest peaks.<\/p>\n<p>From one extreme to the other, Jaisalmer, in Rajasthan\u2019s state, is the home of the Thar desert. Golden sand dunes as far as the eye can see, people can explore this serene area by camping overnight and experience a very different side to India.<\/p>\n<p>Lush greenery can be found in national parks and jungles where there is a wealth of wildlife, including one-horned rhinos and Bengal tigers. Vivid green landscapes can also be found in many other parts of the country, such as the hill stations and backwaters of Kerala, as well as the waterfall and forest areas of Himachal Pradesh.<\/p>\n<p>For pure relaxation, Goa\u2019s golden and white sand beaches and the Andaman islands rival even the most famous beaches in the world.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever you are in the country, you can be sure to find beauty in the natural landscapes and enough diversity to leave you in awe.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India.jpg\" alt=\"Everything you should know about India\" class=\"wp-image-19167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India-768x515.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India.jpg\" alt=\"Everything you should know about India\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-19167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/varkala-kerala-in-India-768x515.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Varkala beach,  kerala in India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mahatma_Gandhi\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mahatma_Gandhi\"><\/span>Mahatma Gandhi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Gandhi was a world-renowned activist who is often mentioned in the same breath as other incredible historical figures such as Martin Luther King Jr and Nelson Mandela.<\/p>\n<p>For more than a century, India was under the rule of the British empire. At the forefront of the long and painful movement to gain independence, was a remarkable man called Mohandas Gandhi. He became known as \u201cMahatma\u201d, which means \u201cgreat soul\u201d, due to his incredible efforts and achievements.<\/p>\n<p>His powerful blend of intelligence (he was a qualified lawyer) and peaceful protesting, even in the face of violent retaliation from British troops, won people\u2019s admiration not just in India but across the world. In 1947, after years of rebellion and growing nationalism, India finally achieved independence.<\/p>\n<p>Together with other activists and freedom fighters at the time, Gandhi went through a lot for his country\u2019s cause. He went on hunger strikes, spent years in prison, and ultimately was assassinated for his actions and beliefs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But he will always be remembered for the great service he rendered to India and one of the most famous Indians.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Textiles_other_exports\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Textiles_other_exports\"><\/span>Textiles &amp; other exports<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The textile industry in India started thousands of years ago and has become famous worldwide ever since. The quality of the materials and the vibrancy and intricacy of the embroidery or print pattern really make it something special.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Today, many of the world\u2019s most famous brands selling fabrics source their products from India, from silk scarves to Kashmiri rugs. If you are in India, you can buy local and handmade products for a fraction of the price and even see the products being made with your own eyes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But it\u2019s not just textiles. India\u2019s craftsmanship is also very striking, whether its wood carvings or jewelry. Besides, they are large exporters of various products ranging from mangoes to spices to diamonds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The best way to see, touch, and feel all that India has to offer is to explore the famous bazaars. These buzzing local markets house thousands of small businesses and individual sellers providing everything you can think of \u2013 fruit &amp; vegetables, colorful bedding, old antiques, and extravagant wedding outfits. And you can haggle for every single item!\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"779\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles.jpg\" alt=\"What is India famous for\" class=\"wp-image-19158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles-768x584.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"779\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles.jpg\" alt=\"What is India famous for\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-19158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/IndianTextiles-768x584.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Local craftsman selling textiles in Amer Fort, Jaipur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bollywood\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bollywood\"><\/span>Bollywood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although Hollywood is the most famous in the world, the glitzy and glamorous Bollywood has long been another well-known movie industry based in Mumbai (formerly known as Bombay).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The movies are historically known for their cheesy singing and dancing, over-acting, and dramatic fight scenes. However, they often portray themes that reflect typical household life and traditional Indian values, which resonate with much of the country.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Bollywood is a big part of modern Indian culture where movie stars have become hugely influential and held in high regard. In fact, the industry is so popular and lucrative that some of the biggest stars were signed to Hollywood movies, including Aishwarya Rai, Anil Kapoor, and Priyanka Chopra.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays, many of the movies produced still maintain the heart-warming elements of older movies but also tackle some previously taboo issues. These include films about the oppression of women, lack of access to clean toilets, menstrual hygiene, and religious leaders\u2019 societal power.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_experience\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_experience\"><\/span>Travel experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For many visitors, traveling around India is an experience in itself.<\/p>\n<p>The first thing that you will notice on the roads is the sound of horns. There may not seem to be any rules to driving in India, but drivers actually use the horn to communicate with each other. It will come as a shock to most, but once you leave India, you will come to miss the noise.<\/p>\n<p>Next, what you find on the roads might be very different from what you\u2019re used to. Of course, you\u2019ll find cars, trucks, and buses. But you\u2019ll also find even more two-wheelers, and of course the infamous rickshaws. On top of that, every vehicle will be weaving in between each other as well as the cows, goats, and pigs strolling down the streets.<\/p>\n<p>The last form of transport India is famous for is its train network, one of the oldest and largest in the world. The <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/general\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"3\" title=\"General\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">general<\/a> class carriages are packed with so many people standing that you would wonder how they all fit, with people hanging out of the doors and sitting even on the roof. And amazingly, some people will not wait for the train to stop before joining or coming off \u2013 they will do it while it\u2019s moving, both onto the platform and even directly onto the train tracks.<\/p>\n<p>First-class carriages, on the other hand, are like luxury with every amenity you could want. In between, you have the sleeper carriages where there are three levels for people to lie down on overnight journeys. Throughout the train ride, there will be food and tea sellers walking down the aisles, offering delicious snacks.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>India\u2019s train network is immense, allowing people of all financial backgrounds to travel to every part of the country. Some journeys can even take well over 24 hours. All in all, going on a train journey is a memorable experience, to say the least.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India.jpg\" alt=\"What is India known for\" class=\"wp-image-19160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India.jpg\" alt=\"What is India known for\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-19160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.traveldrafts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Travel-in-India-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Rickshaw driving through the busy streets of Jaipur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_authors\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_authors\"><\/span>About the authors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We are Mukund and Riddhi, a British Indian couple sharing our travel tips and lifestyle lessons. We hope to inspire people to travel smart, be open, and live simply by learning, growing, and discovering new paths. 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