Size : 3,287,590 sq. km.
Population : 935.7 million
CapitalCity : New Delhi
Language : A wealth of Aryan and Dravidian languages are spoken with English as the universal medium.
Mystical and seductive, India continues to mesmerize travelers with its rich culture. It is a vibrant and colourful land that assaults the senses. India embraces an enormous variety of topography, from the snowy peaks of the Himalaya to desserts and a stunning coastline. It is a country touched by every religion and every culture, each of whom have left their marks on architecture as varied as the people who created it.
Indian cities reflect the blend of Mogul Muslim and Hindu civilizations and the grand vision of the emperors who built them, and the days of British colonialism. Kolkata (known to the British as Calcutta) is India’s third largest city. Founded over 300 years ago, the city has a wealth of historic and religious buildings. New Delhi is the essence of modern India. A sprawling city of over 14 million, it is the starting point for discovering the wonders of north India. Highlights include the ancient Qutub Minar mosque and the Humayuns Tomb. Once known as Bombay to the former colonial power, Mumbai is a glamorous modern metropolis and home to the huge Bollywood film industry. Visitors can shop till they drop in exclusive malls, explore markets, and enjoy the best nightlight in India. Formerly known as Madras, Chennai is located in the south and is major industrial base and port. The city is also known for its classical dance and wonderful Hindu temples. Known as India’s Silicon Valley, the southern city of Bangalore is the heart of the country’s IT industry. It is also India’s fastest growing city. With an agreeable temperate climate and green open spaces, it is also known as the Garden City.
