Article Written By: ercotravels
Travellers throughout the ages have written about the richness and expressions of India s culture. In fact historical documents are full of the writings of well-known travellers like Megasthenes, Hiuen Tsang and Marco Polo to name a few, who wrote in glorified terms about the country. Megasthenes, the Greek traveller even reported in awestruck wonder the sights he had come across in the third century. While Hiuen Tsang, the scholar-monk from China, spent almost twelve years studying at the 5th century Buddhist University at Nalanda, such was the attraction of country s offerings even in those days. It was the translations done by him of the Buddhist scriptures that introduced people of the Far East to the Buddhist religion; similarly inspired by the 13th century accounts of Venetian traveller Marco Polo, the Portuguese established trade links with India.What makes India such a rich cultural odyssey is the combined concoction of historical and religious aspects. It is a mosaic of diverse yet inter-linked faiths, customs, traditions and languages that makes it all the more alluring for every tourist. To add to this combination is the fact that India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world that has given many jewels like the concept of zero, yoga and meditation to the world. No wonder then that the tourist throng to the country to enjoy the many aspects of Indian s rich cultural heritage. Some of the must-see places of this aspect of India include:•The romantic Rajasthan: The colourful Rajasthan itinerary encapsulates the colour and vibrancy of the region. The destinations of this vibrant state of India has it all- the magic of sand dunes, romantic forts and palaces, camel and elephant rides reminding the traveller the era of Maharajas, temples and foot tapping dances and songs.•Ever favourite Golden Triangle: This magnificent itinerary encompasses glimpse of the new and old India in the two facets of Delhi, the romantic history as seen from the eyes of world s seventh wonder-the Taj Mahal and the ever vibrant Jaipur- the pink city of India.•Cultural diversity of Leh and Ladakh Tours: Enjoy the beauty of world s highest and harshest terrain when it unfolds mountains of unbelievable hues of purple, brown and red that stand in sharp contrast to the flat surface and the snow-capped peaks.This destination is never complete without a visit to the monasteries and the highest motorable road.•Backwaters of Kerala: Popularly known as God s own country, this destination is renowned for out of the world experience in the luxurious boats that are often made complete with herbal massages and the learnings of yoga and meditation.In fact, Indian culture has so much to offer that it is difficult to mention it all in one go. The deeper you go in the country, the more you explore every corner and that is what mesmerises the unsuspecting travellers; they never seem to have enough of India s culture. Any takers?
This Article Has Been Published on Fri, 29 Apr 2011 and Read 215 Times