Tourism in India
There are many factors that attract tourists to India, including the following:
- The area and size of India; India is characterized by its vast area, and its area is one-third larger than the area of the United States of America, and it also has many wonderful sites in various parts of it.
- Indian hospitality; Indians consider guests to be guests of God, so the guest is greatly honored and welcomed in Indian homes, and Indians are keen to please their guests in every way, as there is nothing like Indian hospitality.
- Cultural difference; Indian cultures are diverse, so that a visitor to this country finds it difficult to deal with the cultural shock that exists there, and this culture will change the visitor for the better, or for the worse.
- Yoga and meditation exercises; India is considered a distinctive and wonderful place to learn yoga and meditation exercises.
- History of Indian architecture; India is one of the most amazing and wonderful places in the world, as Indian architecture is completely different from other buildings.
- Indian food and cuisine.
- Indian markets; Indian markets are irresistible places, as each region of India specializes in handicrafts that attract visitors.
- Tourist places in India
- India is a country full of tourist places that cannot be mentioned; as it has many large, upscale cities, towns, villages, picturesque beaches, festivals, exhibitions, forts, monasteries, lakes, mosques, palaces, museums, monuments, temples, wild parks, shopping markets, and many sites listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites, but it is recommended to visit the Taj Mahal, which is one of the main destinations in the world that cannot be missed, as well as the Himalayas, and the beaches and churches of Goa.
Tourist tips Tourists in India are advised to pay attention to the following tips:
- Pay attention to wearing comfortable clothes, as India's summer is very hot, and its winter is very cold.
- Keep an English-Hindi dictionary, although most Indians speak English, the people of northern India speak Hindi a lot; it is the second most spoken language.
- Bargain while shopping, as local shopkeepers charge exorbitant prices to shoppers, but prices are the same for everyone in the showrooms.
- Women stay in groups instead of walking alone; this is from the perspective of enhancing women's safety.
- Travel in private taxis, or in tourist buses, and it is advisable to avoid local means of transportation because they are unsafe.
- Do not buy jewelry sold in various places on Goa's beaches, and before purchasing, it is advisable to ensure the quality, and it is preferable to buy gemstones and jewelry from reliable places.