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Ever wondered at the cultural diversity of India? The enticing unity represented by the people of India display a wide range of religions, culture, customs and languages. The rich and varied cultural heritage happens to be one of the many sources of pride of the nation. The mysterious ways of the people, their lifestyles and their inseparable culture cannot be described in words but can surely be enjoyed with experience.
Tourists
often explore the cultural heritage of India. The diversity of the land is immense to make us realise the number of years that have gone into beautifying each aspect of its culture. The cultural holidays in India are an effort to pick up the best possible flavours of the land and offer them to the tourists in a package.
The land of the kings, Rajasthan, promises to be an experience of a lifetime with its wealth of culture and traditions. The arts and crafts, music and dance, architecture and people all are instances of the cultural rainbow of India. Trip to Rajasthan offers unique sights like the architectural magnificence of the forts and palaces. Joy rides on elephants cannot be compared to the ride in a BMW. Women from Rajasthan dressed in brightly coloured clothes, jewellery and the huge turbans adorned by the men are examples of the cultural diversity of India. The picturesque dunes, the enigma of the beautifully built palaces and the atmosphere of the cities of Rajasthan are but few features of the culturally astounding state.
The pure white elegy of love, Taj Mahal, if viewed on a full moon night leaves a mark in the memory. And so does the masterpiece in red sandstone, the Red Fort. The tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula is another spot to be visited by the tourists for its design.
Down south each city is associated with a speciality. The port city of Mahabalipuram is renowned for its rock-cut monuments, structures in a single stone and bas-reliefs besides its beaches. The Kamakshi Amman temple and the Varadaraja Perumal temples in Kanchipuram are a worth visit for the travellers to the cultural destination. The beauty and elegance of the silk saris available need no mention. The silk industry happens to be centuries old, and famed the world over. A trip to Trichy reveals the beauty of the ancient architecture in its temples and monuments. The Rock Fort temple, with exclusive rights of 'darshan' to the Hindus, and the temple complex of Ranganathar are amongst the many places of interest in the city. The view of the river Kaveri is another mesmerising experience.
The most happening cultural arena of the south happens to be the city of Madurai. The city situated on the banks of the river Vaigai is famed for the Meenakshi temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the destroyer of the Hindu trinity. Other places of the interest include the Thirumala Nayak Palace. Close by is Tanjore or Thanjavur, famous for its paintings and arts. A visit to the Brihadeshwara temple, marvel of the Chola architecture, will aptly complete the trip.
Besides the pious travellers and admirers of architectural beauty, the trip down South is unforgettable for the nature lovers too. The wildlife sanctuary at Periyar happens to be a tiger reserve too. It is a haven for the terrestrial, aquatic and arboreal animals besides the rare flora and fauna.
While experiencing the cultural diversity of the land, one cannot miss the port town of Cochin. It offers a range of tourist spots. Right from the island palace of Bolghatty and St. Francis Church to the Chinese fishing nets and the Jewish Synagogue. The fast-changing and happening city of Bangalore and the royal city of Mysore are other places that display the richness of Indian culture.
The potpourri of culture in India beckons one and all.
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