India - diversity brought to life

Home to over 1 billion people, diverse ethnic and religious groups, jaw-dropping scenery, untamed wildlife and some of the world's most iconic sights, it is easy to see how India casts a spell on those who visit. The world's largest democracy has seen its share of colonial rulers, but with its staggering economic growth, India now stands on the brink of joining the world's leading superpowers.

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Experience a rich and diverse culture More

India is made up of many peoples with differing socio-economic backgrounds, differing beliefs and a vast array of tribal groups with their own customs, culture, dress and rituals. With over one sixth of the world's population, 80% of whom are Hindus, India is also home to the world's third largest Muslim population after Indonesia and Pakistan as well as sizable populations of Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and numerous tribal religions.

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Rugged, natural & unspoilt beauty More

India's diversity is equally reflected in its varying terrains. The mountainous Himalayan chain forms a formidable barrier to the North, the barren deserts of Rajasthan are home to nomadic herdsmen and the windswept beaches of the Kerala coast are a paradise on Earth. India is also blessed with a staggering array of wildlife. Although almost poached to extinction, efforts are being made to protect India's number one predator, the tiger.

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Learn about origins of an ancient society More

Very few countries have as rich and complex a history as India. Some of the earliest signs of human civilisation have been found in India. Empires have risen and fallen, some Indian and others more recently external. Muslim invaders came in from Persia looking to assert Islam as a dominant religion and way of life, followed by the Europeans. The Portuguese arrived first taking over parts of the West coast, including the state of Goa. The French took a foothold in Pondicherry on the East coast. India's economy is rising fast and now combines traditional argiculture with vast high tech and IT sectors.

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