India is among the fortunate countries in the world that are
ecstatic with the treasures of such an opulent and diverse melange of
culture. The Indian culture is apparent in each and every aspect of
congenial life extending back to an indiscrete stroke of over 5000 years.
The glorious Culture and Heritage of India have invariably ameliorated by
the consecutive billows of migration of the people from the near as well as
from distant countries. The numerous religions followed by the people of
India verily, is the essence of Indian culture. The rich and ancient
civilization of India has left myriad of traveler awestruck with its
variance and pungency.
The culture and the heritage of this ancient peninsula embrace the whole
shebang from diverse religions to rich artistry and literature, from clothes
to cuisine and glorified art and architecture. This prevalent culture has
made India most captivated destination for the die- hard tourists from all
over the world.
Religion and their Diverse Festivals
India is a country embellished with varied number of religions adopted by
people related to all faiths, living in complete amity and with an immense
tolerance for other's belief. India is a country with surfeit of people
following the religion of Hinduism in majority besides this India is an
abode of other religions like Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Jainism and
Sikhism. The festivals of India are associated deeply with different
religions, therefore celebrations never come to an end here, it is said that
as many festivals are there in India that many religions prevails in the
country. Diwali and Dusshera the most prestigious festivals of Hindus are
celebrated all over the country with much of esteem, on the other side the
Muslim festival Eid and Christmas festival of Christians are also equally
celebrated with same enthusiasm and excitement. Beside these festivals India
is embellished with number of fairs like Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh and
Pushkar fair in Rajasthan that reflect the divine shades of the Indian
Culture.
Art and Architecture
India is a perfect specimen of a rich architectural splendor that are
manifested in its diversified monuments, sculptures, fort and temples. The
erotic sculptures of Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh, Taj Mahal the 7th
wonder of the world in Agra, the magnificent Red Fort and the Qutab Minar in
Delhi depicting the beautiful work of Mughal architecture, the caves of
Ajanta Ellora and Elephanta in Maharashtra tunneled out of the massive rock
and the luxurious forts and palaces of Rajasthan are all the captivating
sights, delicately exhibiting Indian culture and heritage as noticeable in
India's rich art and architecture.
Literature and Languages
India's eminent culture lies in its rich literature and languages. Rightly
called as a paradise of diverse ethnicity, India enjoys a rich melange of
languages with Sanskrit ranking on the top, as the mother of all languages.
The Indian Constitution has recognized 19 languages as regional languages of
India. The manuscripts and the edifies written in various languages that are
unique specimen of India's diverse languages and rich literature.
Dress and Cuisine
India's rich culture and heritage is reflected in its sense of dressing and
a versatile cuisine. The traditional costumes like saree, ghagra-choli,
salwar-kameez and lehenga are typical of the Indian women dress where as the
dhoti-kurta and pyjama worn by the men are glowing exhibition of Indian
Culture in the every day life. As the time changed the country adopted
modernization that is equally manifested in its changed dress code, the
Indian ladies now equally enjoys western outfits like pant, shirts, skirts
where as men are seen in pant, shirt, coat and ties.
India
can also called as a wide kitchen, overflowing with the rich variety of
Indian delicacies. India offers diverse opportunities of cuisine like
Indian, Mughali and Continental Cuisine. The main course of rich Indian food
includes roti (bread), chawal (rice), vegetables, curd and compulsorily a
sweet dish. Other delicacies of India are tandoori chicken, kabab and
mughlai dishes of the north and dosa, idli, sambar etc of the south along
with a variety of other regional dishes are an essential component of the
Indian culture.
Ayurveda and Yoga
The diversified stance of yoga and transcendental meditation are natural
course of keeping the body and the mind into perfect harmony. The wealth of
Yoga and Ayurveda flows in the country since the time of rich vedic
civilization. Kerala the main Ayurvedic center that facilitates the herbal
cure for various sicknesses is throng by the tourist from all over the globe
to achieve mental rest and physical fitness. Ayurvada and Yoga are amazing
legacy of Indian culture to the whole world.
