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India
India is a mind bending country that is full of diversity, snow capped mountains and sun washed beaches. India has been labeled as the planet's most multidimensional country. There are chichi designers, tranquil temples, festivals, rural villages, urban hubs and so much more. There are more than a billion people in the subcontinent and there is such an electric mange of ethnic groups that visitors will be surprised. If visitors are looking for a spiritual adventure in India there are many sacrosanct sites and interesting philosophies. Of course there are history lovers that can find gems almost everywhere in India such as the grand vestiges of the British Raj, battle forts, and many others. The ones who love the outdoors are in for a treat as well with the palm fringed beaches of Goa, scouting for tigers, wildlife safaris, and much more. Then there is the food of India which has a great taste and is different but in a good way. There are rice dumplings, and a whole smorgasbord or amazing foods that will grab your taste buds with every bite.
India is all about surrendering yourself to the unknown and taking a chance. The country is a work in progress and for a lot of visitors that's what attracts them the most. Travelers can not prepare themselves for their trip to India due to its essence and its evasive soul that all lies within a mystery. No matter where you visit in India or even what you do in India, it will be an experience and vacation you will never forget. The weather in India is a vast change with the climate conditions in the north are not like the ones in the south. For the most part the country is known to have a three season year which consist of the hot, the wet and the cool. The weather is a major fact to consider when visiting India but the best time to go is during the cooler time between November and February.
India's history dates back to 3,200 BC and it was Hinduism that first founded the country. India's National Bird is a male bird species of the peacock called the cristatus, The national Animal of India is the Panthera Tiger, the National Tree of India is the Ficus Bengalensis, and India also has a national symbol for their flower, fruit, sport, song, anthem, emblem, and flag. India's flag has three different colored stripes going horizontal with a deep saffron on the top, white in the middle, and dark green on the bottom. Then in the middle on the white stripe there is a wheel that is navy blue to symbolize the Dharma Chakra. The deep saffron color stands for courage, sacrifice, and spirit, the white is for purity, and the dark green is for faith and fertility.
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Attractions in India
The Taj Mahal is a monument known to be one of the eight wonders of the world. It was built by the Mughals who were known as the Muslim rulers of India. The beauty of this monument can not be described by words, it is a must see in India. The building is made up of entirely all white marble and it is said to glow in the light of a full moon. Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal who was also the queen. There is a grave of Mumtaz Mahal in the lower chamber and Shah Jahan's grave was added to it later. The building sits on a raised platform that forms an unequal octagon. This is an attraction that should not be passed up.
The Lotus Temple in India is one of the most unique and picturesque temples in the country. The Lotus Temple is number seven in the international chain of Bahia House of Worship which is considered to be the Mother Temple in the Indian Continent. The construction for the temple took about 6 years to complete and it opened to the public in 1986. The structure of the temple came from the lotus flower which is the national flower of India. Just looking at the lotus temple it gives off a feeling of peace and serenity. The shape of the temple is in a half opened lotus flower and is surrounded by nine ponds. The number nine is said to be sacred for the Bahai faith and because of this there are nine doors that lead into the central hall. Anyone who enters the central hall is required to keep silent while inside due to the religion of the temple. This is one of the most visited attractions in the world.
The Golden Temple is known as the holiest shrine in Sikhism and is a main destination for pilgrimage for Sikhs that come from all over the world along with a popular tourist attraction. This attraction is still very much into its traditional religion and all visitors are welcome to join in on the experience. According to Frommers, the Gold Temple is "the most tangibly spiritual place in the country." The construction for the temple started in 1574 and was completed in 1601. The building was sacked in the 1760's and had to be rebuilt. There is a bridge that is connected to the temple which is the only way to get to it due to it being surrounded by water. At all times throughout the day the building beams with gold.
The National Museum is located in Delhi and holds over 200,000 artifacts and represents more than 5000 years of Indian history as well as prehistory. It was originally built as a home for the nation's treasures. The museum holds a collection of Indus River Valley Relics that come from Harrapa and Mohenjo Daro. There is also a collection of Silk Road treasures that come from Central Asia and is one of the finest in the world. There are a total of three floors in the museum and there are many special exhibitions every so often. The museum is always closed on Mondays and on public holidays. No large bags are allowed they have to be left at the luggage office.
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Things to do and see in India
The Flag Lowering Ceremony is located at the border of India and Pakistan and it is the only place that travelers can pass through into Pakistan and vice versa. This ceremony is located just 29km from Amritsar and a little further from Lahore which is right between the two villages of Attari from the Indian side and Wagah which is on the Pakistan side. This is a ceremony that happens every night just before sunset. Guards on either side of the border do the ceremony of lowering their flags. There are stands on both sides of the border for people to come and watch this ceremony and most people like to arrive two hours early so they can get a good seat. There are cafes and bars that are available to help pass the time of waiting for the ceremony to start.
The Red Fort of Agra is known to be one of the most spectacular parts of the Mughal architecture. The Mughal architecture is very creative and artistic which portrays the genius in the architects to their fullest. The credit of this magnificent building goes to three emperors that go by the name of Akbar, Jehangir, and Shahjehan. All three of them took part in the construction of the Red Fort but at different periods of time. The Red Fort was completed in 1648 by Shahjehan and was called "La Qila" in Hindi. The only way to get to the Red Fort is by going through the Delhi Gate on the west, this gate is decorated with tiles and ornaments. Every night at the Red Fort there is a light and sound show for visitors which is a must see.
Qutab Minar is a World Heritage site and is surrounded by other monuments that are on Delhi's top historic sights. The Qutab Minar is a red and buff sandstone tower which is the largest stone building still standing. This building dates back to 1199 AD, there are five stories total and the bottom three stories of the building were built by Qutubuddin Aibak. The fourth and fifth stories were built by Sultan Alauddin Khalji. It wasn't until later when the added features were built such as the railings and a "mock Mughal" cupola. The cupola is no longer attached to the building, it is now standing in a lawn nearby and was renamed Smith's Folly. This monument is also decorated with some of the most beautiful carvings that are Quranic verses.
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