Discover India
5th largest economy globally, fastest growing major economy. IT services, pharmaceuticals, textiles, agriculture. Massive domestic consumer market.
About India
Geography
Area: 3,287,263 sq km
- • Varies from tropical monsoon south to temperate north
- • Monsoon season Jun-Sep brings 80% of annual rainfall
- • Himalayan regions: alpine
- • Western desert: arid
Government
Type: federal parliamentary republic
Capital: New Delhi
Economy
5th largest economy globally, fastest growing major economy. IT services, pharmaceuticals, textiles, agriculture. Massive domestic consumer market.
GDP: $3.18 trillion
Per Capita: $2,277
Demographics
Population: 1,399,179,585
Languages: Hindi, English (both official), 21 other officially recognized languages. 400+ languages spoken.
Religions: Hindu 79.8%, Muslim 14.2%, Christian 2.3%, Sikh 1.7%
Explore India's Regions
Discover 36 distinct regions, each with unique landscapes and culture.
Major Cities in India
Explore 50 cities with unique attractions and experiences.
Travel Essentials
📞 Contact & Emergency
Phone Code: +91
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
fire: 101
police: 100
ambulance: 102
universal: 112
women helpline: 1091
⚡ Practical Info
Electricity: 230V / 50Hz / Type C, D, M
Driving: Left
Water: ❌ Bottled only
💰 Tipping
- • 10% in restaurants (some add service charge)
- • 50-100 INR for hotel staff
- • Taxi/auto: round up or 10%
- • Tour guides: 200-500 INR per day
When to Visit India
✅ Best Months
October, November, December, January, February, March
🔥 Peak Season
Nov-Feb (cool, dry — best for most regions)
💎 Off Season
Jun-Sep (monsoon — hot, humid, heavy rain but lush greenery and fewer tourists)
Republic Day (Jan 26), Pongal, Makar Sankranti
Holi (festival of colors)
Independence Day (Aug 15), Janmashtami
Diwali (festival of lights), Durga Puja
Christmas in Goa and Kerala
Top Destinations in India
Cultural Tips
- 💡Remove shoes before entering temples and homes
- 💡Use right hand for eating (left is considered unclean)
- 💡Head wobble means yes/okay — not no
- 💡Dress modestly at religious sites
- 💡Cows are sacred — never harm or disrespect them
- 💡Namaste (palms together) is the universal greeting
- 💡Always ask before photographing people
- 💡Vegetarianism is widespread — many restaurants are purely veg
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