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India, the 7th largest country in the world, is the 2nd most populated with one billion people. This immense amount of the people coupled with India’s deep history, dating back to 3,500 BC, and the sophisticated Indus Valley Civilization makes it one of the most diverse countries in the world.

Its notable cities include the commercial hub, Mumbai (Bombay) on the coast of the Arabian Sea, the Tamil cultural center, Chennai (Madras) on the Indian Ocean coast, Bangalore with its rich technological industry to the south, Delhi (New Delhi), the political center to the north and the buzzing city of Kolkata (Calcutta) to the northeast.

Recommended attractions in India include the Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh, which was built in honor of an Emperor’s departed wife, the ancient city of Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, which contains 12th century Hindu and Jain temples and the sacred city of Varansi (Benares) which contains the holy River Ganga.

The diversity of landscape and population density in India is exemplified by contrasting the serenity of Ladakh, the former Buddhist kingdom in the Himalayas to the colorful hustle bustle in downtown Kolkata on any business day.

Indian traditional dance is an artistic expression which began as a form of celebration and worship, and whose moves have been refined throughout the ages. Classical dance performances can be seen at museums in most of India’s major cities, and also serve as an opportunity to view traditional forms of song and dress, including colorful jewelry, headwear and costumes.