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:: India
:: A land
of stupendous dimensions - colorful, exotic,
traditional, modern India meets the expectations
of every type of tourist. With a varied topography,
picturesque valleys, high mountain peaks and
cascading rivers, India never ceases to surprise
tourists with its kaleidoscopic attractions.
The pomp and pageantry of India's festivals
and local fairs are matched by the warmth
and hospitality of its people who welcome
tourists with open hearts and warm smiles.
The shopping scene in India is a journey through
centuries embracing old traditional crafts
and artistic skills. A land for recreation,
adventure and business, India is an interesting
amalgamation of tradition and modernity. more
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| INDIA
AT A GLANCE |
| Population |
1, 027, 015, 247 (2001
Census) |
| Area |
3.3 million square kilometers |
| Geographical
location |
Lies between latitudes
8 ° 4' and 37 ° 6 ' north and longitudes 68
° 7 ' and 97° 25' east |
| Coastline Length |
7600 km |
| Languages |
17 major languages, 844 dialects |
| Major Religions |
Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Sikhism,
Jainism |
| National Anthem |
Jan gana mana written by Rabindranath Tagore
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| National Emblem |
Replica of the Lion Capital of Sarnath |
| National Flag |
Horizontal tricolor in
equal proportion of deep saffron on the top,
white in the middle and dark green at the bottom.
In the center of the white band is a wheel in
navy blue colour |
| National Animal |
Tiger ( Panthera tigris) |
| National Bird |
Peacock |
| National Flower |
Lotus |
| National Ttree |
Banyan |
| National Fruit |
Mango |
| National Currency |
Rupee (One Rupee=100 paise) |
| National Sport |
Hockey |
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