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INDIA
Located in the Northern Hemisphere, the Himalayas separates the Indian peninsula from mainland Asia. India is surrounded by the Bay of Bengal in the east, the Arabian Sea in the west, and the Indian Ocean to the south. The country is the second most populous country with major cultural influence and a powerful and fast growing economy. India has its fair share of facing challenging social, economic and environmental problems. Its tourism sector however continues to grow as it has become popular destination with numerous interesting sites.
FACTS
Capital: New Delhi
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Population: 1.3 billion
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Area: 3.1 million sq km (1.2 million sq miles), excluding Kashmir
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Major languages: Hindi, English and more than 20 other official languages
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Major religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism
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Currency: Rupee
India is a land of geographic beauty and rich cultural heritage. Places of tourist interests draw travelers every year from different parts of the world to visit and explore the beauty of the country.
Museums/Monuments
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Ajmer Government Museum
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Fateh Prakash Palace/Museum
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The Palace Museum
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Udaipur Solar Observatory
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MadkuDweep & Malhar Treasures
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Ran Ki Vav Step Well
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Group of Monuments
Mountains/Caves/Islands
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Sonamarg
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Himalayas (National Park)
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Elephanta Caves
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Ellora Caves
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Temples
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Kumbha Shyam
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Jain Temple
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Kalika Mata
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Ratha Cave Temples
Palaces/Forts
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Ratan Singh Palace
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Rajasthan Palaces
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Alwar City Palace
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Chittorgarh Fort
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Neemrana Fort
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Hill Forts of Rajasthan
Gardens/Parks
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Purjan Vihar
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Hanging Garden in Rajasthan
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Sisodia Rani Palace & Garden
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Kanger Valley National Park/Falls
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Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
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Wildlife Parks, Reserves & Santuaries
Waterfalls/Lakes/Beaches
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Garbhaji Waterfalls
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Chitrakote Waterfall
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Kerala Waterfalls
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Silliserh Lake
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Several Beaches (Juju,Arjuna,Bangaram)
Attractions (things to See and Do)
There is much more to see and do in the many states in India. For more information on sites click here.
 Taj-Mahal-India |  Rani-Ki-Vav-step well-Gujarat-India |
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 Trivandrum-India |  Rajasthan -India |
 Palaces-India3962 |  Palace 2 - India |
 Aerial view of Hill Forts-Rajasthan-India |  Ellora-Caves-India |
 India site |  Island -India |
 Jantar-Mantar_India |  Monuments at Mahabalipuram-India |
 Champaner-Pavagadh-Archaeological-Park-India |  Elephants_India-4431 |
 Elephanta-Caves-India | Rani-Ki-Vav-step well-Gujarat-India |
Trivandrum-India | Rajasthan -India |
Palaces-India3962 | Palace 2 - India |
Monuments at Mahabalipuram-India | Jantar-Mantar_India |
Island -India | India site |
Ellora-Caves-India | Aerial view of Hill Forts-Rajasthan-India |
Champaner-Pavagadh-Archaeological-Park-India | Elephants_India-4431 |
Elephanta-Caves-India |  Umaid Bhawan Palace_india |
 Shilpgram_India |  Seven Wonder Park-India |
 Sardar Samand Lake and Palace_India |  Ratan Singh Palace_India |
 Rani Padmini Palace_India |  Rana Kumbha Palace ruin_India |
 Neemrana Fort_India |  Jal Mahal_India |
 Jantar Mantar_India |  Jaswant Thada_India |
 Kalika Mata Temple_India |  Kirti Stambh_Tower of Fame_India |
 Meerabai Temple_India |  Mehrangarh Fort_India |
 Moosi Maharani Chhatri_India |  Jaisamand Lake_INDIA |
 Jaipur City Palace-India |  Jain Temples_India |
 Jagmandir Palace_India |  Hawa Mahal_India |
 Ghanta Ghar_India |  Gaumukh Reservoir_India |
 Garadia Mahadev Temple-India |  Ajmer Jain Temple |
 Alwar City Museum_India |  Amber Palace_India |
 Anasagar Lake_India |  Chittorgarh Fort_India |
 Fateh Prakash Palace_Museum India |
Dos and Don'ts (culture)
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Do dress modestly if you are a female and men do not wear shorts
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Do greet people with big smile. Handshake with ladies should be avoided.
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Do bargain with half price from roadside sellers but not in shops with fixed price display.
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Do make sure to remove footwear when entering temple or mausoleum.
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Do cover with travel insurance and exchange money only at authorized banks or exchangers
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Do carry small hostess gifts when visiting homes
Don'ts
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Do not offer to shake the hand of a person of the opposite sex unless they offer first.
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Do not walk over books, papers/newspaper or touch with the feet as they are treated as the goddess of learning.
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Do not use the same hand for eating and taking food from a dish on the table. Use a spoon.
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Do not break temple rules when on a visit.
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Do not touch anyone or give/receive with ones left hand. It is used for toilet business.
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Do not drink alcohol or smoke in public.
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Do not hunt, kill wildlife or hit a cow. It can cause trouble.
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Do not discuss religion, make comments of ridicule or disrespect. People resent judgement.
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Do not do any public preaching or distributing tracts. That activity is prohibited.
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Do not try to explore Indian road yourself.
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Do not hire any transportation from unlicensed operators.
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Do not purchase any type of tickets from strangers or unauthorised agents. Avoid persistent touts.
India's Beauty
When planning to travel and visit other countries that you are not familiar with, it is good to learn a few things in addition to the attractions and activities that the country has to offer to make your visit just great. Why not learn a little of their culture and the Dos and Don'ts to help you understand whats acceptable and whats not to help you fit in the community.
Here is a small list below which should make interesting reading. Feast your eyes as well on the slide show gallery of photos depicting interesting places to look out for on your visit to India. Enjoy!