20 Reasons Why You Visit and Love India Travel

Hey!! Are you visiting India for the first time and want to know more? This article is for you only. Here are the reasons why I love traveling to India and what memories you bring back to your home.

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1. The warmth of the Indian hospitality customs

“Atithi Devo Bhava” – This is a Sanskrit line. The Quote is very true, and it has spread throughout the nation. That is, the guest is our god. We not only learned but believed it.

In India, people from your contact list may invite you to stay at their house. Almost everywhere, they will welcome you first with water and sweets.

Note: Remember, when you Travel to India, footwear and feet are treated like dirty matter. In most places, footwear is kept out of the main door, and one enters the house barefoot. Second, do not emulate someone or kiss on the cheek until it starts with another person.

India is still a conservative nation, and hugging and kissing is not a common practice, with a new familiar identity. A handshake will be the most appreciated, and you can start that.

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2. Experience people with different accents, religions, and cultures

What language did Indians speak the most

“Kos-kos par badlepaani, chaar kos par baani” – that means every few kilometres, the spoken accent is changing. Hindi is our national language. 41% of Indians speak ‘Hindi’ as their mother tongue.

India has 1600+ languages. We have 18 other main languages, such as Bengali (8.1%), Gujarati (4.5%), Oriya (3.2%), Tamil (5.9%), and Panjabi (2.8%).

Indian religion

India has Hindu 79.4%, Muslim 14.5%, Christians 2.4%, Sikh 1.8%, and other and unspecified 2%. India has the second-largest Muslim population in the world.

Importance of Indian culture

Family values are highly respected throughout India and are the basis of daily life. Arranged marriage is common here. 

3. Simple Indian clothes

Sari is the most traditional piece of clothing for women here. It comes in various colours, designs, and fabrics so that it can be worn on all occasions and at weddings.

Kurta-pajama or salwar-kameez is a traditional and simple two-piece tunic with pants worn by many Indian men and women.

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4. Study yoga in India for free

It is believed that around the 6th or 7th century BC, “yoga san” was studied in India. A yoga class did not become popular in the West until the 1980s, after a boom in the yoga industry. It has inspired many people to travel to India and is practising where it all started.

There are numerous beautiful places to enjoy in India, and enjoy the mystery behind meditation. Now, some different yoga classes are also trendy worldwide, and it’s a trend now that spiritual holidays in India are very popular.

Yoga Training in India 

• Mysore Krishnamachar Yoga Shala – Mysore, Karnataka
• Osho, Pune – Maharashtra
• Sivananda Yoga Ashram – Trivandrum, Kerala
• Rishikesh Yog Kendra, Rishikesh – Uttarakhand
• Tushita Meditation Centre, Dharamsala – Himachal Pradesh
• Ananda in the Himalayas, Narendra Nagar – Uttarakhand
• Isha Yoga Center – Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.

5.  History and ancient buildings in India

Takshshila was the first university in the world, followed closely by Nalanda, Bihar.

Varanasi, known as Kashi, is the world’s oldest city, dating back 4,200 years.

6. Instant friendship

We Indians are very talkative. We can make friends instantly anywhere in the world. And I believe everybody has a story to tell.

7. You can stay in any palace

You can stay in a tourist place like Darjeeling to relax and spend your holiday in lazy moments.

8. A smile

We welcome all kinds of people with open arms.

9. Terracotta India art

Terracotta artwork is famous worldwide. Visit Bishnupur in West Bengal, Rajasthan, Gujarat, etc. Terracotta crafts, jewellery, tiles, and pots are also popular in those places.

10. Holidays and traditions in India

Diwali is India’s largest Hindu festival of lights and is marked at the beginning of the Indian New Year. Diwali in Chicago is very popular in the US.

In addition to Diwali, the Holi spring and Rakhi festivals in India are popular festivals. Celebrating Holi is celebrating the celebration and the stealthy brother-sister relationship. The Durga festival of West Bengal is world-famous.

Festivals, such as the celebration of the Hindu god Ganesh Chaturthi, Onam, Navratri puja, Baisakhi—the Sikh festival, Lohri, etc., were performed in India, spreading love, peace, and happiness. Many Indians also celebrate Eid and Christmas.

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Important public holidays in India

15th August – Indian Independence Day, 26th January – Republic Day of India, 2nd October – Gandhi Jayanti (Gandhi’s Birthday). Government Holidays in India. A special school holiday was celebrated by the children of India’s former Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru (14th November).

11. Indian food

Food in India is often served on a ‘Thali’ – a tray or plate containing many dishes. In some places, meals are eaten with rice (chawal); in others, flatbreads (roti) are preferred.

Note: You may be invited to wash your hands before eating.

12. Indian culture gift-giving 

We exchange gifts on every occasion, and even if someone visits home for a long time, it happens. A wedding is a very popular way to exchange gifts.

Note: Avoid wrapping a gift in black or a black packet, which is considered unlucky.

13. Shopping in India for tourists

Shopping tourism is common in India. In West Bengal, the market starts from the footpath. Around 10 million Hawkers do business in India. Handicraft items are popular all over the globe. Visit Charida village in Purulia, and you will get a lovely souvenir for your home.

14. Indian railways

Indian Railways is one of the largest state-run initiatives globally, as it employs 1.4 million people and is the world’s largest civilian industrial employer. The total railway workforce is larger than in some European states, such as Monaco, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, and the Vatican.

15. Mountains in India

Enjoy the Famous mountain top view and the scenic beauty of India. Go Nubra Valley, Yumthang Valley, Kanchenjunga, Sikkim, Sandakphu etc.

Visit Kashmir

Kashmir is India’s pride. Everybody visits this place once in a lifetime. You will miss it if you do not see here. You will love Kashmir as well as Shimla, Manali, Ladakh, etc.

16. Visit the Taj Mahal in India

Taj Nahi Dekha to kya Dekha ?? The immense white marble mausoleum in Agra is one of the seven wonders of the world and is the best place in India to visit.

17. Experience the wildlife sanctuaries in India

Visit Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan, Bandipur National Park in Karnataka, Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka, etc.

18. Trek in the Himalayas

Trekking is very popular in India. Some are – Everest Base Camp Trek, Makalu Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Base Camp, Goecha La Trek, and Gangotri Glacier Trek.

“Chail” is the Himachal, the world’s highest cricket ground at 2441 meters above sea level. Now that our emotions are moving to a whole new level! Shimla Manali can be added to your tour.

19. Havelock – The Andaman Islands 

The most beautiful sandy beach in India. And the most populated island in the Andaman.

20. Trips to Goa, India

The most romantic seaside in India for couples. You can explore the casino, water sports, a night market, etc. This is a travel tip for every backpacker.

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Interesting facts about India

Besides the number of languages, India’s culture and heritage also distinguish it from the rest of the world. As I mentioned earlier, there are many religions in India, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism, which are known as the Indian religions.

India achieved its first development in architecture, mathematics, and medicine. As evidenced by the Taj Mahal, Zero and Ayurvedic medicine were discovered.

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Below are some interesting facts about Indian culture:

1. India is the only country that has spent the least money to reach Mars. India spent around $ 74 million, which is just part of the cost of the 2.5 billion spent on NASA’s latest Mars program in the United States.
2. Many modern pictures and descriptions show poverty in India. But before British colonization, India was one of the wealthiest countries in the early 17th century.
3. The largest fair, “Kumbh Mela,” had 75 million pilgrims, and the vast crowd was visible from space.
4. At 2444 meters (8018 feet), ‘Chail Cricket Ground’ in Himachal Pradesh is the world’s highest. It was built in 1893 and is part of the Chail Military School.
5. India’s largest vegetarian in the world.
6. India first started the chess competition.
7. 49% of Indians and Americans started Silicon Valley high-tech startups.
8. India is the world’s largest film industry. Most Indian films come from Bollywood, but most studios across the country also contribute to it.
9. India has the largest Montessori school in the world. It has 26 thousand students.
10. Red is the lucky colour in India. It is usually used for weddings, other celebrations, and festivals.
11. “Yogasan” has its origins in India, and it is 5,000 years old.
12. India has the largest postal network globally, with 1 lakh 50k post offices.
13. Mumbai (prior Bombay) is India’s largest city, with a population of 15 million. In 1661, British engineers built a causeway uniting all seven original islands of Mumbai into a single landmass.
14. The flower marigold is used for Hindu marriage rituals and is an emblem of the family’s good fortune and happiness.
15. Cricket is the most popular sport in India, and the British invented it. Hockey is the national sport, and the Indian field hockey team proudly won the Olympic gold in 1928.
16. India has the world’s third-largest road grid network, with 1.9 million miles, and the second-largest rail network. It is also the world’s largest civilian employer, with 16 million workers.
17. All of India is under a single time zone.
18. India experiences six cool seasons: summer, autumn, winter, spring, monsoon, and winter.
19. The name “India” comes from the Indus River. India is called ‘Bharat,’ where the earliest settlers made their homes. The Indus Valley is one of the world’s first urban civilizations.
20. India has the third-largest military force in the world. Although it is one of the strongest forces, India does not attack any other country.