Interesting facts about India
India. It seems that in this one word everything that we know about culture, religion and elephants fits. India has long been the center of Asia and set the pace for many Central Asian cultures. Despite the fact that the territory of this country has been traveled far and wide by thousands of researchers who looked literally under every bush in the hope of finding something new, even today this country is full of mysteries. Let's get to know the most entertaining facts about her together.
Religion and its features
India is considered one of those countries where there is a temple at almost every step. They start working early in the morning, which is accompanied by prayer songs that are carried throughout the district with the help of microphones standing everywhere.
Most of the indigenous population are passionate believers. That is why the temples are always crowded, even huge queues are created. Almost every such trip requires an offering from the pilgrim, which is common in the form of a set of flowers and fruits. Hindus are also anxious about protecting their households from all kinds of evil spirits. Therefore, in almost every house there is a special room for reading prayers.
Also, novice tourists should be aware that some temples are closed to visitors. But if desired, any foreigner will be able to receive a blessing from the rector of the local church, if only he had the treasured โpapersโ in his pocket.
If on the street you accidentally meet two men holding hands tightly, you should not look at them with prejudice. This is not at all what it might seem at first glance. It's just that you were lucky enough to meet the best friends who can not only hold hands, but also easily hug each other.
Driving in India is on the left side of the road. Although, sometimes it seems that the rules, as such, do not exist. The main and, perhaps, the most important thing is the beep. With its help, the Indians warn about maneuvers, the intention to stop or rebuild. And you don't even have to use turns.
If you collect the currency of those countries that you have visited at least once, you should know that, according to Indian laws, it is extremely forbidden to withdraw the local currency (rupees). However, it is also not allowed to bring this monetary unit with you. Apparently, in this way the Indians are trying to fight counterfeits, and prevent the outflow of โliveโ money outside the country.
According to official statistics, India has the largest number of murders every year. Over 32,000 Hindus have been killed in the last few years alone. The country has the same sad statistics in terms of the number of abortions. In many ways, these facts are explained by the low level of well-being. After all, even today more than a third of the entire population of this country lives below the poverty line.
Subtleties of tourism
There is certainly something to see in India. One of the most popular places among visitors are the temples of Khajuraho. It is here that for several centuries there have been erotic sculptures depicting various scenes of sexual overtones. Despite such a huge interest in these sculptures, scientists have not yet been able to unequivocally answer the question of their origin and purpose.
Local architecture borrowed a lot from its colonizers from Great Britain. The influence of Western civilization can be observed everywhere โ from city buildings to political structures and education systems. If you ever find yourself in India, be sure to take the time to visit the Lotus Temple. This is one of the most fantastic temples on the planet. Its size, unique shape will make you forget about even the most important things. The computer-aided design of the temple alone took more than two years!
