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Location –In which continent is India located?

Official languages – What are the official languages spoken in India?

Home to best monuments in the world – Name some of the historical destinations those tourists can visit in India?

India offers tourists an excellent blend of food options. – What kind of food can tourists experience on their visit to India?

Medical tourism – What are some of the unique features of nature based tourism in India?

Bollywood movies – Provide details on the entertainment and theater experience for tourists?

Unique shopping experience – What shopping options do tourists have

Temples and Palaces - Describe about the cultural heritage and architecture?

Tourist destinations and hill stations - Name some of the tourist destinations in the country?

Folk dances and dialect-based music – provide details about cultural activities that the tourists can enjoy?

Destination: India

Located in the continent of Asia, India is a land of beliefs, love, emotions and a rich heritage. India has a large diversity of religion, languages and cultures. It is the second most populous nation in the world after China and the 7th largest country in the world by area. It is the largest democracy in the world by population. India got its name from the Greek word Indus, meaning the people living near the Indus River. India is a federal republic consisting of 29 states and 7 union territories. Besides English and Hindi, there are 21 other official languages. India is home to some of the finest historical monuments in the world. These include the Taj Mahal, India Gate, Gateway of India, Golden Temple, Red Fort and The Lotus Temple etc. India also has a number of Temples and palaces with great architecture. Every region in India can be identified with its handicrafts, folk dances and dialect-based music. There are also several tourist destinations like Srinagar, Kullu, Manali, Hardwar, Nainital etc. Different regions in India offer different type of eclectic and tasty authentic food options. Indian food is greatly influenced by the different cultures and traditions and the use of different spices and herbs make the food unique and tasty. Over the years India has become famous for its Medical tourism. People from all parts of the world can experience natural healing techniques that focus on Yoga, Ayurvedic and herbal medication. India also offers tourists with many options of shopping. Cities like Mumbai and New Delhi have some of the best shopping malls that offer the tourists a great experience in shopping for traditional and western clothing and merchandise. The Indian film industry Bollywood is known for producing some of the best Hindi movies that are watched by people from all parts of the world including Canada.