INDIA: LAND OF TIGERS
Usually referred to as the "Land of Tigers", India is the place that hosts more wild tigers than any other country, suggesting both environmental wealth and protectiveness. The majestic predator predominantly dwells in the various terrains of the country, right from the Sundarbans in the east to the Ranthambore in the west. National parks like Bandhavgarh and Kanha are famous for tigers; such places act as protective locations for them. Tiger conservationism is also present in India through its Project Tiger, initiated in 1973 to protect tiger environments and breed more tigers. It is rather interesting to mention that tigers are an essential element of Indian folklore and mythological conception, making them the key participants of the Indian story. People from across the globe visit India to glimpse these cats in their natural environment. India is very particular about wildlife conservation, and this is evident in the tiger, a symbol of strength and grace.
PEOPLE AND CULTURE
Just think of seeing the markets where spices make the air rich, women don traditional sarees, creating colourful images, and the flavour of traditional music penetrates through the crowd. The festivals of India, like Diwali, lighten up the face of the newfound country, Holi, with the full vigour of colours that symbolize the togetherness and harmony present in the country. Every corner of the country, be it the sandy lanes of Rajasthan or the boat houses of Kerala, has its cultural flavours – be it the choreographic delineation of Bharatanatyam, the mysticism of Sufi music or the geometrical beauty of Rangoli and the like. This is a view into the Indian hospitality system, where guests are referred to as God and are warmly welcomed into the community to listen and share their stories. All those who are fans of Indian cuisine are guaranteed to find something to taste as they travel through the country.
PLACES OF MIRACLES
Spiritual India is a hub of numerous blessed sites attracting millions of devotees and spiritual travellers from around the globe. The ancient city of Varanasi, recognized as one of the oldest, is a kind of free pass to liberation; the river – The Ganges, cleanses souls. How astonishing is the Shirdi Sai Baba Temple in Maharashtra, which recounts scores of miraculous healings and rescues from the almighty Sai Baba? Kedarnath is another popular destination in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand; fans say they can feel energy in this place, and some have healed from the disease. Velankanni, a small town in Tamil Nadu, has the Shrine of Our Lady of Velankanni; thousands of people who have recovered from various illnesses and ailments attribute their healing to the divine grace of the Virgin Mary. The Golden Temple at Amritsar – Punjab, pulls the eyes with its glistening gold and attracts millions of followers.
