{"id":22328,"date":"2022-06-18T10:33:53","date_gmt":"2022-06-18T10:33:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/?p=22328"},"modified":"2022-06-18T12:01:23","modified_gmt":"2022-06-18T12:01:23","slug":"interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Interesting Facts about India and Indian Culture"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>India is the land of unity in diversity. Different parts of this country have their own culture and the amalgamated form of all those cultures and traditions makes the land of India pious. She has embraced the cultures of a foreign land, but never forgets her own. Being Indians, we feel proud to be a part of this cultural, traditional yet modern, and secular entity.<\/p>\n<p>India has seen the rise of several religions in different eras; being invaded by different intruders, she has also noticed the difference in food, apparel, languages, etc. With all those discriminations, she has woven a beautiful culture throughout her land so that we can live here peacefully.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#top-10-interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\" >Top 10 Interesting Facts about India and Indian Culture:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#1-cows-are-considered-holy\" >1. Cows Are Considered Holy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#2-india-is-the-home-of-almost-all-religions-around-the-world\" >2. India Is the Home of Almost All Religions around the World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#3-people-relate-fasting-with-religious-practice\" >3. People Relate Fasting with Religious Practice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#4-one-of-the-oldest-city-is-located-in-india\" >4. One of the Oldest City Is Located in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#5-indian-weddings-are-examples-of-extravaganza\" >5. Indian Weddings Are Examples of Extravaganza<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#6-the-food-culture-is-something-you-want-to-know\" >6. The Food Culture Is Something You Want to Know<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#7-the-apparel-culture-is-vivid-in-india\" >7. The Apparel Culture Is Vivid in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#8-india-is-a-country-of-22-recognized-languages\" >8. India Is a Country of 22 Recognized Languages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#9-india-is-the-country-of-sages\" >9. India Is the Country of Sages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\/#10-india-is-the-country-of-joint-families\" >10. India Is the Country of Joint Families<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"top-10-interesting-facts-about-india-and-indian-culture\"><\/span>Top 10 Interesting Facts about India and Indian Culture:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Today, we are going to discuss the top 10 interesting facts about India that we may not know even after living in this country for generations. Read on to know more-<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-cows-are-considered-holy\"><\/span><strong>1. Cows Are Considered Holy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From the ancient scriptures to today\u2019s beliefs, cows are considered holy animals in India. It is regarded as a mother figure as we get milk from it. As per legends, Rishi Vashisth had a cow <strong>\u2018Kaamdhenu\u2019<\/strong> that fulfilled all his wishes and the sage considered her a mother.<\/p>\n<p>The belief has hopefully come from such ideas and till now, in almost every part of the country, people show respect to the animal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-india-is-the-home-of-almost-all-religions-around-the-world\"><\/span><strong>2. India Is the Home of Almost All Religions around the World<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Our Constitution describes our country as <strong>\u2018Secular\u2019.<\/strong> It is so true that almost all types of religions are practiced over here. Though 80% of people of this country are Hindu, there are people of other religions who live happily here. You will find the Christians mainly in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/goa-tours\/\">Goa<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/kerala-tours\/\">Kerala<\/a>, while there is a Jewtown in Fort Kochi where Judaism is still practiced.<\/p>\n<p>The 14% of the Indian population is Muslim and you will find outstanding mosques, shrines, mausoleums, etc. in this country. If you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/mumbai-tours\/\">visit Mumbai<\/a>, you will find the Parsi Fire Temples and Towers of silence. So, this is an exclusive part of Indian culture where people of this country feel the brotherhood and live together.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Packages for a suggested trip to India:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/9-nights-10-days-india-nepal-tours-itinerary.html\">10 Days India Nepal Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-rajasthan-trip-itinerary.html\">10 Days Rajasthan Tour Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-north-india-trip.html\">North India Travel Itinerary for 10 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/18-days-rajasthan-kerala-tours-itinerary.html\">18 Days Rajasthan Kerala Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-south-india-tours-itinerary.html\">South India Tour Itinerary for 10 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-kerala-tour-itinerary.html\">10 Days Kerala Tour Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/golden-triangle-with-varanasi-trip.html\">Golden Triangle &amp; Varanasi Itinerary 10 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/best-of-rajasthan-nepal-tour.html\">18 Days Rajasthan Nepal Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-kashmir-leh-ladakh-itinerary.html\">Ladakh With Kashmir Package 10 Days<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/7-days-golden-triangle-tour.html\">7 Days Golden Triangle India Package<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-people-relate-fasting-with-religious-practice\"><\/span><strong>3. People Relate Fasting with Religious Practice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a part of Indian culture. Whether you are celebrating Navratri or it is the holy Ramzaan month, people keep fast to acquire salvation. It is a belief in restraining yourself from attaining your desire and worshipping the almighty with all your devotion.<\/p>\n<p>Not only the common people, but legends like Mahatma Gandhi used to consider fasting as one of the major methods to release oneself from bodily constraints. Fasting is not always about skipping food completely, but there are certain recipes in every religion that are cooked in homes during any fasting and people enjoy it together.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-one-of-the-oldest-city-is-located-in-india\"><\/span><strong>4. One of the Oldest City Is Located in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19042 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2.jpg\" alt=\"Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh\" width=\"1200\" height=\"797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Varanasi2-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Yes, we are talking about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/\">Varanasi<\/a>. It is believed that the city was created by Lord Shiva long ago before Lord Brahma created the universe. As per history, this city dates back to 11BC and is considered the home of Lord Shiva. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple has seen the changes in the world and it has also gone through several changes.<\/p>\n<p>With more than 2000 temples and numerous ghats, Varanasi is also considered one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/7-holiest-cities-in-india-of-hinduism\/\">holiest cities in India<\/a> where you can get salvation. Millions of people all over the world visit the city to get a touch of ancient Indian culture.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-indian-weddings-are-examples-of-extravaganza\"><\/span><strong>5. Indian Weddings Are Examples of Extravaganza<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, we Indians love to begin this new phase of our life with colors, festivities, guests, foods, dresses, flowers, and everything. No matter which religion you practice, if you are an Indian, you can\u2019t miss the vibrancy of the wedding season. Moreover, it is so fascinating that every religion has its style of wedding ceremonies.<\/p>\n<p>If the Muslims find togetherness in saying \u2018Qubool Hain\u2019, the \u2018Saat Phere\u2019 amongst the Hindus ties the bond between two body and soul. Even the tribal cultures also have their style of celebrating a wedding with unique stories behind it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-the-food-culture-is-something-you-want-to-know\"><\/span><strong>6. The Food Culture Is Something You Want to Know<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22334 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indian-Food-Dishes.jpg\" alt=\"Indian Food Dishes\" width=\"1200\" height=\"897\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indian-Food-Dishes.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indian-Food-Dishes-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indian-Food-Dishes-1024x765.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indian-Food-Dishes-768x574.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While talking about the interesting facts about Indian culture, you can\u2019t miss the wide variety of foods available here. From ancient times till today, India has embraced different cuisines from different cultures and altogether it became one. While the butter chicken from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/punjab-tours\/\">Punjab<\/a> will make your mouth water, the Chettinad chicken is for spice lovers.<\/p>\n<p>From snacks to savories, desserts to beverages, India has created milestones in inventing, modifying, and creating recipes to make people happy. When the coastal foods have the taste of salt and aroma of coconut, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/north-east-tours\/\">North-east India<\/a> believes in smoked items. It is the fragrance of cooking, the aroma of spices, and the different climates that make India a paradise for the foodies.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>There are several Special Interest trips available here:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/first-timers-tours\/\">First Timers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/family-tours\/\">Family Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/wildlife-tours\/\">Wildlife Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/honeymoon-tours\/\">Honeymoon Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/yoga-meditation-tours\/\">Yoga Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/pilgrimage-tours\/\">Spiritual Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/cultural-tours\/\">Cultural Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/beach-holidays\/\">Beaches Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-the-apparel-culture-is-vivid-in-india\"><\/span><strong>7. The Apparel Culture Is Vivid in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you forget about the modern clothing style, India can offer you huge distinctions in apparel from every part of it. Saree is quite common in every part of the country. But, the draping style will tell you a lot about the tradition and culture of each state.<\/p>\n<p>While the Bengali style is called the \u2018Nivi\u2019 style, Marathis will show you the spectacular \u2018Kaastha\u2019 style of wearing a saree. Apart from sarees, India will show you myriads of traditional dresses and wearing styles that will mesmerize you. If the Punjabis are popular for their sherwanis, you can locate a South Indian from his veshti.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-india-is-a-country-of-22-recognized-languages\"><\/span><strong>8. India Is a Country of 22 Recognized Languages<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Though India is considered as the second-largest population of English speakers, 22 languages are recognized officially. Each part of the country has its native language and each of them has its sweetness.<\/p>\n<p>While Bengali is like a soothing breeze to the ears, the roughness of the Rajasthani language is nothing but feels warm. The dialect, diction, and pronunciation of each Indian language are outstanding.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-india-is-the-country-of-sages\"><\/span><strong>9. India Is the Country of Sages<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We belong to a country where the two epics were created by two great sages of all time. While the Ramayana was written by Rishi Valmiki, it was Rishi Ved Vyas who created the Mahabharata.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from that, India has seen several sages and saints throughout its civilization, and till now, we have regard for the holy men. The simple clothes, deadlocks, and the peaceful eyes of the sages can revive you and show you the right path in life.<\/p>\n<p>[metaslider id=&#8221;5550&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-india-is-the-country-of-joint-families\"><\/span><strong>10. India Is the Country of Joint Families<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Finally, to state something interesting to say about Indian culture is the feeling of togetherness that it bestows upon generations after generations.<\/p>\n<p>No matter which part of the country you belong to, the thought of living under the same roof of a family still lingers everywhere. Though the families are getting nuclear, still the bonding remains the same in many families in this country.<\/p>\n<p>So, these are some of the amazing facts about Indian culture. Being a part of this country, we must make it richer and make the place better for our future generations. If you come from another country, it is the warm and welcoming culture that appeals to you the most.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Further reading about India:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-yoga-destinations-in-india\/\">10 Best Yoga Destinations in India for International Yoga Day 2022<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/honeymoon-destinations-in-north-india\/\">7 Most Romantic Honeymoon Places in North India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-honeymoon-destinations-in-south-india\/\">Top 12 South India Honeymoon Places for Romantic Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-north-east-india-in-october\/\">10 Famous Destinations to Visit in North East India in October<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-places-to-visit-south-india-in-october\/\">South India&#8217;s Top 10 Destination to Visit in October<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-north-india-in-october\/\">North India Tour in October for Famous Destinations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-golf-courses-in-india\/\">Top 10 Golf Courses in India to Play<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India is the land of unity in diversity. 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